Why study SfW Sport and Recreation?

Interest in sport in Scotland is growing. Some jobs are seasonal – skiing or work in holiday centres, for instance, and do not offer permanent employment. Leisure facilities offer a fairly steady source of jobs.

This course will give you the opportunity to find out more about the Sport and Recreation industry and the practical tasks involved in being a sports centre worker.

Sport and Recreation offers good opportunities for those who enjoy:

• physical exercise
• competitive sport
• working with the public.

Career Pathways

To see what career areas this subject could lead to and the routes to get there, download and view these career pathways:

Sport

Uniformed and Security Services

What do I need to get in?

Entry is at the discretion of the school or college.

What will I study?

The course is made up of five compulsory units, three taking 40 hours each and two taking 20 hours:

• Skills for Employment (40 hours) (6 SCQF credit points)
• Assist with Activity Sessions (40 hours) (6 SCQF credit points)
• Dealing with Facilities and Equipment (40 hours) (6 SCQF credit points)
• Dealing with Accidents and Emergencies (20 hours) (3 SCQF credit points)
• Personal Fitness (20 hours) (3 SCQF credit points)

You will learn about

• planning, setting up and delivering activity sessions
• setting up, taking down and checking equipment
• helping to plan and review a personal physical training programme, setting short- and long-term goals
• dealing effectively with customers
• health and safety legislation
• helping with accident and emergency procedures.

Where will I take the course?

You will usually train at a local college. Training sessions will take place for a set number of hours and weeks during term time. You will have to wear appropriate sports clothing and footwear on the course.

Work experience/placements

You may be able to arrange a related work experience placement by speaking to your pastoral care or guidance teacher in school.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment will be based on a range of practical activities in real or simulated workplace settings. Tutors will observe and keep records of your work.

What can I go on to next?

Employment/Training

• A Modern Apprenticeship leading to a Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) at SCQF Level 5/6 in Active Leisure, Learning and Wellbeing.

Further/Higher Education

• A one year full time NC or NQ in a sport subject such as Sport and Recreation, Sport and Fitness or Sport Studies at a local college of further education.

You may be able to progress to:

• National 5 SfW Sport and Recreation

Further study, training or employment in:

• Sport
• Uniformed and Security Services

Which jobs are related to this subject?

• SfW Sport and Recreation - Related Careers