Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Sport

What you'll be able to do

• Explore the knowledge and understanding of fundamental leadership theories and perspectives.
• Explore the organisations responsible for creating and supporting activity leaders.
• Investigate the importance of psychological factors in activity leadership.
• Investigate the importance of a principled and ethical approach to activity leadership.
• Plan a series of safe physical activity sessions.
• Deliver a series of safe, purposeful and effective physical activity sessions appropriate to the needs of a specified target group, applying leadership skills.
• Observe peer delivery of activity sessions.
• Provide developmental feedback to peers to support action plans to improve leadership and career potential.

What you'll be able to do

• Investigate the specific needs of a high-performance athlete or squad within their chosen sport, considering factors such as training history, current performance levels, and individual goals.
• Develop a comprehensive macro-cycle training programme for an athlete or squad in their chosen sport, incorporating associated meso-cycle medium-term units and considering appropriate sports science and technological support to optimise performance.
• Create a detailed micro-cycle plan for an athlete or squad in their chosen sport, outlining specific training sessions, exercises, and recovery strategies to achieve short-term objectives.
• Deliver a series of coaching sessions to address the aims of a micro-cycle plan, effectively targeting the specific needs of the chosen athlete or squad and providing constructive feedback to enhance their performance.

What you'll be able to do

• Explore the essential nutritional elements that play a crucial role in sustaining and maintaining physiological homeostasis within the human body, understanding their functions and interactions.
• Investigate the pathophysiological processes associated with various diseases, examining how nutritional imbalances and deficiencies can contribute to their development and progression.
• Examine the microbiome and associated terminology relating to gut health, understanding the composition and function of the gut microbiota and its impact on overall health and well-being.
• Investigate the field of nutrigenomics and discuss its potential impact on the future of diet prescription, exploring how individual genetic variations can influence responses to different nutrients and dietary patterns.

What you'll be able to do

• Investigate the underpinning philosophy of adventure programming, exploring its values, principles and historical context.
• Analyse the ethical issues related to adventure programming, considering risk management, informed consent and environmental responsibility.
• Explore the factors involved when planning to deliver different types of adventure programmes, including risk assessments, resource allocation and participant needs.
• Deliver a safe, effective and challenging adventure programme, demonstrating competence in leadership, communication and technical skills.

What you'll be able to do

• Consider the provision of adventure therapy.
• Consider associated theories of adventure therapy.
• Discuss the most common outcomes of an outdoor therapy program.
• Discuss the therapeutic benefits of an outdoor therapy program.
• Discuss how to achieve the most common outcomes and therapeutic benefits of an outdoor therapy program.
• Develop constructive adventure sessions in consultation with key organisations, with emphasis on quality.
• Develop constructive adventure sessions in consultation with key organisations, with emphasis on benefits to participants.
• Demonstrate effective debriefing methods to participants.
• Demonstrate effective debriefing methods to key workers/liaison officers.

What you'll be able to do

• Define the nature of adventure tourism, identifying different types of adventure tourism activities and explaining the relationships formed within the sector between providers, participants, and destinations.
• Analyse the adventure tourism experience, discussing the emergence of trends and developments in the sector, including the characteristics that apply to a participant in this industry and their motivations.
• Investigate the impacts that adventure tourism has on its destinations, including environmental, social-cultural, economic, and political impacts, considering both positive and negative consequences.
• Prepare and present a reasoned proposal for an adventure tourism product/concept, outlining a strategy towards developing a successful and sustainable approach in the industry, considering ethical and environmental factors.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the key structures of the skeletal system, including bones, joints, and ligaments.
• Describe the structure and function of different types of muscles, including skeletal, smooth, and cardiac muscle.
• Explore the structure and function of the cardiovascular system, including the heart, blood vessels, and blood.
• Discuss the structure and function of the respiratory system, including the lungs, airways, and respiratory muscles.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe biomechanical principles in sporting contexts, explaining how these principles influence movement and performance.
• Develop biomechanical techniques to record sport performances, utilising appropriate equipment and software for data collection and analysis.
• Carry out notational analysis of performance, identifying key performance indicators and patterns of movement.
• Explore sport performances against biomechanical models, comparing actual performance data with theoretical models to identify areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Explain the key principles of coaching practice and the environmental factors that impact on skill development, considering ethical considerations and safety protocols.
• Compare coaching practice requirements to enhance athlete performance for a range of participants, adapting strategies to meet individual needs and abilities.
• Investigate the coaching, teaching and learning styles that are used to develop a range of participants within an effective learning environment, considering different pedagogical approaches.
• Evaluate delivered coaching sessions that demonstrate appropriate skill development for a range of participants, reflecting on the effectiveness of the session and identifying areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Discuss special populations within sport and physical activity.
• Investigate planning requirements when coaching special populations.
• Investigate barriers when coaching special populations.
• Investigate considerations when coaching special populations.
• Review sports coaching programmes for special populations.
• Produce a sports coaching session for a special population.

What you'll be able to do

• Explore the key characteristics of entrepreneurs.
• Explore the key skills of entrepreneurs.
• Examine the factors that have contributed to the growth of entrepreneurships.
• Examine the factors that have contributed to the development of entrepreneurships.
• Investigate the development of a business idea suitable for the sports industry.
• Produce a business start-up plan, suitable for a new entrepreneurship within the sports industry.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the origins of the environmental movement
• Describe the impact of outdoor activities on the environment
• Investigate the importance of the outdoor environment
• Analyse whether outdoor activities can operate alongside conservation
• Analyse whether outdoor activities can operate alongside preservation
• Undertake an environmental sustainability project that addresses the impact of outdoor activities on the natural environment
• Examine the effectiveness of environmental policies in achieving sustainable use of the countryside for outdoor activities
• Examine the effectiveness of environmental guidance in achieving sustainable use of the countryside for outdoor activities

What you'll be able to do

• Explore the growth and development of events and the event industry, considering historical trends and future projections
• Examine the importance of crowd management in the successful management of sports events, including risk assessment and safety protocols
• Plan a sports event, considering all logistical and operational aspects
• Stage a sports event, ensuring smooth execution and participant satisfaction
• Manage a sports event, addressing any challenges or issues that arise
• Review the planning and implementation of a sports event, identifying areas of success and areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Communicate the physiological basis of exercise, explaining the key physiological systems involved in physical activity.
• Discuss the acute changes and chronic adaptations that occur as a result of aerobic and anaerobic exercise, considering the impact on different physiological parameters.
• Investigate factors that can impact upon acute and chronic adaptations to exercise and training, such as age, sex, genetics, and environmental conditions.
• Examine the physiological demands of specific sport and exercise activities, analysing the energy systems, muscle actions, and cardiovascular responses required for optimal performance.

What you'll be able to do

• Investigate significant historical or contemporary expeditions.
• Describe the challenges to overcome when undertaking expeditions.
• Outline the costs, benefits and impacts of expeditions.
• Plan and undertake a multi-day expedition, demonstrating appropriate leadership, decision making and risk assessment skills.

What you'll be able to do

• Provide an overview of the history of Experiential Learning.
• Explain the underpinning philosophies of Experiential Learning.
• Investigate the benefits of individual participation in Experiential Learning based experiences.
• Investigate the benefits of group participation in Experiential Learning based experiences.
• Analyse the possible outcomes of individual participation in Experiential Learning based experiences.
• Analyse the possible outcomes of group participation in Experiential Learning based experiences.
• Compare different learning styles.
• Compare appropriate leadership strategies for the facilitation of meaningful outdoor experiences.
• Compare appropriate leadership strategies for the facilitation of positive outdoor experiences.
• Demonstrate basic facilitation techniques to a group within an outdoor context.
• Explain how to promote change through facilitation techniques.
• Explain how to promote learning opportunities through facilitation techniques.

What you'll be able to do

• Investigate the potential barriers individuals may face when participating in physical activity and sport.
• Demonstrate knowledge of methods of inclusion which allow all individuals to participate in physical activity and sport.
• Conduct activities designed to allow all individuals to participate.
• Assess the suitability of physical activity and sport programmes designed to increase participation.

What you'll be able to do

• Review the principles of managing organisations and people within a range of contexts, considering different organisational structures and management styles.
• Develop knowledge of leadership styles and how they are used within organisations, evaluating their effectiveness in different situations.
• Investigate how facilities and organisations function effectively, analysing operational processes, resource management and customer service.
• Apply knowledge of management theory in practical contexts, demonstrating the ability to solve problems and make informed decisions.

What you'll be able to do

• Assess the objectives of sports development programmes, considering their alignment with community needs and strategic goals
• Evaluate the partnerships involved in sports development programmes, analysing their effectiveness and contribution to programme success
• Analyse the funding sources for sports development programmes, considering sustainability and impact
• Analyse contemporary issues affecting sports development programmes, such as inclusivity, accessibility, and ethical considerations
• Identify barriers to participation in sports development programmes, and propose strategies to overcome them
• Plan and conduct a six-week community sports development programme, incorporating appropriate activities and resources
• Review the six-week community sports development programme, evaluating its impact and identifying areas for improvement

What you'll be able to do

• Identify the main components of nutrition, including macronutrients and micronutrients, for optimal health and sports performance.
• Explain the main components of the digestive system and analyse the factors that affect its optimal function.
• Investigate the connection between food consumption and the development of various diseases.
• Explore a range of specific diets, with particular focus on their dietary principles, benefits, and potential risks.

What you'll be able to do

• Explore basic procedures used in the management of the leisure industry
• Explore basic techniques used in the management of the leisure industry
• Discuss financial frameworks used within the leisure sector
• Describe the initiative planning process
• Apply leadership practices in individual and group projects
• Apply management practices in individual and group projects

What you'll be able to do

• Investigate the qualities of different materials used in outdoor activities.
• Investigate the uses of different materials used in outdoor activities.
• Investigate the qualities of equipment used in outdoor activities.
• Investigate the uses of equipment used in outdoor activities.
• Identify the recommended safety precautions associated with outdoor activities.
• Identify the emergency procedures associated with outdoor activities.
• Develop a “minimum impact” approach while partaking in outdoor activities.
• Carry out outdoor activities safely and independently.

What you'll be able to do

• Discuss the diverse roles of a manager within an outdoor facility, including operational, strategic, and interpersonal responsibilities
• Evaluate a range of management styles, such as autocratic, democratic, and laissez-faire, and their effectiveness in various outdoor facility circumstances
• Explore the organisational considerations for successful programming in an outdoor facility, including resource allocation, risk management, and staff training
• Demonstrate managerial skills in planning and delivering a safe and positive programme within an outdoor facility context, ensuring participant well-being and enjoyment

What you'll be able to do

• Identify leadership roles in relation to working with groups in the outdoors.
• Identify leadership responsibilities in relation to working with groups in the outdoors.
• Compare leadership styles adopted for the facilitation of outdoor activities to diverse groups.
• Compare leadership styles adopted for the facilitation of outdoor activities to diverse scenarios.
• Develop fundamental leadership competencies for the safe facilitation of meaningful outdoor experiences.
• Develop fundamental leadership competencies for the professional facilitation of meaningful outdoor experiences.
• Develop soft skills for the safe facilitation of meaningful outdoor experiences.
• Develop soft skills for the professional facilitation of meaningful outdoor experiences.
• Facilitate safe outdoor activity sessions for a group.
• Facilitate engaging outdoor activity sessions for a group.

What you'll be able to do

• Describe the origin of outdoor learning
• Describe the purpose of outdoor learning
• Explain the current structure of the outdoor sector
• Describe the benefits of outdoor learning to individuals
• Describe the benefits of outdoor learning to society
• Describe the impact of outdoor learning to individuals
• Describe the impact of outdoor learning to society
• Create a profile of an existing organisation responsible for leadership in outdoor learning
• Create a profile of an existing organisation responsible for governance in outdoor learning

What you'll be able to do

• Evaluate the methods used to analyse sports performance, considering their strengths and limitations.
• Create a performance profiling system to indicate the key requirements of a selected sport, identifying critical performance indicators.
• Analyse the sports performance of individuals, using appropriate techniques and tools.
• Carry out a post-event analysis to provide feedback to aid the development of sports performance, identifying areas for improvement and strategies for enhancement.

What you'll be able to do

• Explore the specific skill and experience requirements of various careers within the sports industry, researching different roles and identifying the necessary qualifications and competencies.
• Discuss and critically evaluate your own personal and professional skills, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and areas for development in relation to your career aspirations within the sports industry.
• Produce a detailed personal and professional development plan, outlining specific goals, objectives, and strategies for enhancing your skills and experience to achieve your career aspirations.
• Carry out your personal and professional development plan, actively engaging in activities such as training courses, work experience, and networking events to enhance your skills and progress towards your career goals.

What you'll be able to do

• Examine the role of physical activity in the maintenance of a healthy lifestyle.
• Investigate the impact of lifestyle factors and physical inactivity on health and well-being.
• Plan lifestyle enhancement programmes for selected individuals.
• Review lifestyle enhancement programmes for selected individuals.

What you'll be able to do

• Analyse the constituent components that underpin the definition of physical literacy.
• Plan an effective coaching session, underpinned by relevant theoretical frameworks, aimed at developing physical literacy characteristics in a specific population.
• Deliver an effective practical coaching session addressing the physical literacy needs of a specific population.
• Discuss how the implementation of Physical Literacy could influence models of athlete development.
• Discuss how the implementation of Physical Literacy could influence physical education programs.

What you'll be able to do

• Establish project aims based on the chosen theme
• Establish project objectives based on the chosen theme
• Establish project timeframes based on the chosen theme
• Conduct small-scale research to support the project
• Gather information to support the project
• Collect data to support the project
• Present the project findings
• Communicate appropriate recommendations based on meaningful conclusions drawn from the evidence findings and/or analysis
• Reflect on the value gained from conducting the project
• Reflect on the usefulness of the project to support sustainable organisational performance

What you'll be able to do

• Examine appropriate research methodologies and approaches relevant to the research process.
• Conduct and analyse research relevant to a specified sports research project, using appropriate methods.
• Communicate the outcomes of a research project effectively to identified stakeholders, using suitable formats.
• Reflect on the application of research methodologies and concepts throughout the research project, identifying areas for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Investigate the key concepts of good practice in an outdoor residential centre.
• Plan a residential program experience for a selected cohort, applying the principles of good practice.
• Facilitate the delivery of a residential learning experience for a selected cohort.
• Analyse the evidence for residential outdoor learning.
• Critically evaluate the impacts of residential outdoor learning.

What you'll be able to do

• Investigate theories, current policies and legislations in relation to promoting proactive safety procedures in adventurous activities.
• Develop risk assessments, safety statements and standard operating procedures for operating in the outdoors.
• Demonstrate effective application of safety procedures in changing situations while participating in or delivering outdoor activities.
• Discuss the concept of a “standard of care” that is reasonable and prudent.

What you'll be able to do

• Demonstrate the principles involved in small boat navigation in estuaries
• Demonstrate the principles involved in small boat navigation in familiar coastal waters
• Develop small boat handling skills in a variety of weather conditions as crew
• Develop small boat handling skills in a variety of weather conditions as helm
• Identify the seamanship implications of day sailing involving short passages
• Produce a pilot plan for a “daylight hours” sailing journey in familiar waters

What you'll be able to do

• Explore the role of marketing within a sports organisation.
• Investigate the core principles of the marketing mix.
• Explain the role of digital marketing within the sports industry.
• Create a marketing communications campaign for a sports organisation.

What you'll be able to do

• Discuss the relationship between sport, health and society, considering various perspectives and influences.
• Investigate the impact that society has on sport participation, analysing the factors that influence involvement and accessibility.
• Investigate the impact that society has on health, analysing the factors that influence health and wellbeing.
• Assess the role that sport participation can play in addressing social issues, evaluating its potential for positive change.
• Produce sport strategies to address social issues, developing practical plans for implementation and evaluation.

What you'll be able to do

• Discuss nutritional theories in sport and exercise, explaining the principles and applications of different approaches.
• Investigate current nutritional research for a range of sports or events, analysing the evidence base and its implications for performance.
• Deliver a nutritional programme for a specific athlete, implementing a tailored plan based on individual needs and goals.
• Review a nutritional programme for a specific athlete, evaluating its effectiveness and making recommendations for improvement.

What you'll be able to do

• Explore a range of techniques for teaching physical education, considering different learning styles and pedagogical approaches.
• Plan a sequence of lessons for a specific area of physical education, outlining learning objectives, activities, and assessment methods.
• Undertake a sequence of lessons in an educational setting, implementing your lesson plans and adapting your teaching style to meet the needs of the learners.
• Examine the effectiveness of chosen teaching approaches, evaluating student progress and identifying areas for improvement in your own practice.

What you'll be able to do

• Interpret the influence technological developments have had on sport and exercise performance.
• Investigate technologies that support participants in performance and the ethical implications of their use.
• Review the factors that affect technology use in a practical setting.
• Demonstrate the effective use of technology in a practical setting.

What you'll be able to do

• Identify key policy stages in sport development.
• Identify priority shifts in sport development.
• Examine the structure of current sport policy.
• Examine the partnerships involved in current sport policy.
• Examine the funding of current sport policy.
• Illustrate the significance of sport as a political tool.
• Illustrate the significance of sport as a social tool.
• Illustrate the significance of sport as a cultural tool.
• Review mass participation sport models.
• Review mass participation sport strategies.
• Review mass participation sport policies.
• Review elite sport models.
• Review elite sport strategies.
• Review elite sport policies.

What you'll be able to do

• Investigate different types of initiatives within the sport industry, exploring their aims, target groups and funding models.
• Explore contemporary issues and key factors when creating sport initiatives, considering social trends, policy changes and community needs.
• Discuss monitoring and evaluating techniques for sport initiatives, explaining how to measure impact and demonstrate value.
• Plan a sport initiative in your locality, developing a proposal that addresses a specific need and outlines a clear implementation strategy.

What you'll be able to do

• Investigate different work experience opportunities available within the sport industry, considering various roles and organisations.
• Develop a work experience placement plan, outlining objectives, responsibilities, and learning opportunities.
• Undertake a work experience placement, actively participating in relevant tasks and activities.
• Evaluate the work experience placement, reflecting on achievements, challenges, and personal development.

What you'll be able to do

• Outline the structure of organisations within the sports industry.
• Examine employability skills relevant to the sports industry.
• Observe employability skills in action through work exposure.
• Review the use of employability skills through work exposure.

What you'll be able to do

• Investigate the value of participation in outdoor activities for young people in terms of recreation.
• Investigate the value of participation in outdoor activities for young people in terms of education.
• Investigate the value of participation in outdoor activities for young people in terms of personal development.
• Identify areas of good practice while working with children.
• Identify areas of good practice while working with vulnerable adults.
• Explore the elements that contribute to a successful outdoor activity session.
• Deliver adventure games or activity sessions to a group of young people.