Reaseheath Football Academy - Reaseheath College

Sports Performance and Excellence

Reaseheath Ladies’ and Men’s Football Academies

Leading to a Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma

Based at Reaseheath College, you’ll train for up to 8 hours a week with coaches developing your technical and physical skills through strength and conditioning sessions.

You’ll explore industry specific theory modules and undertake invaluable industry based work experience.

This course is supported by NAR Sports.

Level 3 Diplomas

What will I study?

Depending on your level of study (Extended Diploma, Diploma or Subsidiary) you will study all or some of the following modules:

Principles of anatomy and physiology (1/2 unit)
The physiology of fitness (1/2 unit)
Assessing risk in sport
Fitness training and programming
Fitness testing for sport and exercise
Sports nutrition
Psychology for sports performance
Technical and tactical skills in sport
The athlete’s lifestyle
Sports coaching
Exercise, health and lifestyle
Instructing physical activity and exercise
Sports injuries
Analysis of sports performance
Sport and exercise massage
Organising sports events
Sport as a business
Work experience in sport
Research investigation in sport and exercise sciences
You will have the opportunity to work towards additional qualifications
Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications

How long will it take?

2 years (Extended or Diploma), full-time

What qualifications do I need to start?

Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development Diploma

At least 6 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English, Maths and preferably Science or PE, or
Level 2 Diploma in Sport at Merit or Distinction grade or equivalent Level 2 Diploma

Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development Extended Diploma

At least 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English, Maths and preferably Science or PE, or
Level 2 Diploma in Sport at Merit or Distinction grade or equivalent Level 2 Diploma

Level 3 Sports and Exercise Science

At least 5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including English, Maths and preferably Science or PE, or
Level 2 Diploma in Sport at Merit or Distinction grade or equivalent Level 2 Diploma

What qualifications will I gain?

Level 3 in relevant course above
Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications
You will have the opportunity to work towards additional qualifications

Course options after this programme

Degree in a sports related area (Extended Diploma and Diploma)

Career options

Level 2 Diploma

What will I study?

Fitness for sport and exercise
Practical sports performance
The mind and sports performance
The sports performer in action
Training for personal fitness
Leading sports activities
Anatomy and physiology
Injury and the sports performer
Running a sports event
Carrying out a sports related project
Designing exercise programmes
Work experience in sport
You will have the opportunity to work towards additional qualifications
Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications

How long will it take?

1 year, full-time

What qualifications do I need to start?

4 GCSEs at grades 3 or above including English and Maths, or
Foundation Level 1 in Sport and Active Leisure
You must be able to demonstrate a good level of football playing ability, this will be assessed if needed through a trial or reference

What qualifications will I gain?

Level 2 Diploma in Sports Performance
Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications

Course options after this programme

Level 3 course in Sports

Career options

Working in sports shops, leisure centres and gyms

Additional qualifications

Team sports and the gym

Sports teams at Reaseheath

As a member of the Reaseheath Football Academy you will represent the college throughout the year in the Association of Colleges (AoC) Sports Leagues. This year our ladies football team finished 2nd in the league, just missing out on the title by 1 point.

There will also be opportunities for you to trial with the Crewe Alexandra Football Club.

The college also offers recreational sports including Tough Rugby, Indoor 24 crickets and badminton. To find out more about these sports and our college teams visit the sports teams pages on our website.

The College gym

This state-of-the-art facility is fully equipped with top specification machines including an Olympic lifting platform, free weights area and Technogym cardiovascular and resistance machines.

To find out more about our gym and how to become a member visit the College gym pages on our website.

Duke of Edinburgh

We are now offering the Gold Duke of Edinburgh award across college to all students. So if you are between the ages of 16-25 you can sign up to Duke of Edinburgh here at Reaseheath.

Useful information

How much will this course cost?

If you are under 19 on 31st August 2019 the tuition fees and exam costs are free for our courses. If you are aged 19 or over you may have to pay a fee.

You may also be required to pay costs associated with study tours or additional qualifications.

For more information on fees and to find out about what financial support may be available to you visit the student finance pages on our website.

Transport

Our college bus service collects over 1,400 students every day from far and wide. What’s more, getting to Reaseheath is FREE* on all college bus routes. To find a bus route near you visit the transport pages on our website.

Accommodation

At Reaseheath we have on-site residential accommodation for up to 1,000 students. If you are aged over 16 and studying on a full-time course you may apply for a residential place. Visit the accommodation pages on our website for more information.

How do I apply?

If you have found a course you are interested in and are in Year 11 or above you can apply now online. For a step by step guide on the application process visit the how to apply pages on our website.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can find out more information about this course on our FAQs page.

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