2018-2019 For the future you want
SPORT & FITNESS Whether you are looking to build a career in fitness, sports coaching or health and exercise, our programmes will equip you with leadership, communication and teamwork skills to succeed in the multi million pound sport and fitness industry. We offer courses from entry level to HND, including high performance programmes in sports such as rugby, football and basketball. You will have the chance to participate in sporting events through Scottish Student Sport and British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS), with the possibility of qualifying for competitions via National Squads Selection. Our partnerships and associations with local schools, sports clubs and sport and fitness facilities can offer you fantastic work and voluntary experience. You will be taught by experienced coaches, personal trainers, and specialist consultants. The combination of professional teaching support with our gyms, sport halls and outdoor facilities ensure you are prepared for Higher Education, direct employment or to start your own business. FACILITIES We have three sport and fitness centres at our Granton, Milton Road and Sighthill campuses. Membership access to the gyms at Granton and Sighthill is available at limited times outside curriculum use and The Club at our Milton Road campus offers membership to a well-equipped fitness centre and spa. In addition, we have partnership access to the new World of Football centre at Marine drive which boasts state-of-the-art and next generation playing surfaces for indoor and outdoor football. Damien Hoyland, a Scottish union rugby player, is a graduate of Edinburgh College. Former students work at Edinburgh Leisure, Pure Gym, The Village, David Lloyd and Spartans FC Sally Conway, a former Edinburgh College student, won bronze in the Rio Olympics 2016. PARTNERSHIPS I delivered a children s race to 386 kids and their parents. I planned, organised, and executed the entire thing using the skills and confidence that I have gained from being at college. SARAH HORSBURGH, HEALTH AND EXERCISE HND STUDENT AND GRADUATION PRIZE WINNER, 2016-2017
SPOTLIGHT STUDENT HEROES TAKE HOME TOP TROPHY AT SCOTTISH STUDENT SPORT COLLEGE CUP FINALS EDINBURGH COLLEGE AND SPARTANS INSPIRE YOUNGSTERS WITH FOOTBALL Edinburgh College has teamed up with Spartans Community Football Academy to give students new skills and confidence through the power of sport. Students undertake a series of football-related challenges, projects and activities, including football training sessions and other practical tasks. Classes are delivered at the college and the Spartans Community Football Academy, where the students are enveloped in football culture and do their football training. Practical football sessions with Spartans coaches help them develop their teamwork and confidence. Edinburgh College students took home the top trophy at the Scottish Student Sport (SSS) College Cup Finals for the fourth year in a row. The annual event features the most talented college student athletes from across Scotland, who come together to compete to be national champions. Edinburgh College entered teams into six out of the eight events. The students put on an outstanding display and secured first place at five out of the six events: men s rugby 7s; men s basketball; men s volleyball; women s basketball; and mixed badminton. As winners of the most events, the college team was crowned the overall tournament champion and winner of the SSS College Cup. The students also had some individual success, collecting most-valuable-player awards in mixed badminton, women s volleyball and men s basketball and volleyball. One of the good things about the project with Spartans is that it makes studying more like real life. We covered working as a team, time management and making up training plans. FIN GRAY ENTRY TO SPORT STUDENT
Using our course guide Apply now: edinburghcollege.ac.uk This course guide gives you an overview of the courses available to study in 2018/19 MAKING YOUR COURSE CHOICE AS EASY AS POSSIBLE! Courses have clear progression routes onto other college courses, university or employment. Apply online or contact our course information advisors on 0131 660 1010 or courseinfo@edinburghcollege.ac.uk. Use Career Coach to find the right course to get to your perfect career. I: The course is open to applications from international students. Campus G: Granton MD: Midlothian Mode of attendance F: Full time P: Part time MR: Milton Road S: Sighthill E: Evening O: Open Learning Coaching and Developing Sport HND G F 8 Develop your confidence, interpersonal and leadership skills in two specialist sports, and enhance your knowledge and expertise in sports coaching, while gaining valuable real-life experience for your future career. 2 Higher passes at A-C level or equivalent. Adult learners with relevant employment/ life experience will be considered. You must attend an information session. Places are conditional until a PVG check has been Fitness Health and Exercise HND MR S G F 8 If you are looking to work in the sport and fitness industry, this course is for you. You will develop an in-depth understanding of the industry and gain valuable experience working with local groups. This course will prepare you for employment in fitness, health and allied occupations or articulation to university. 2 Higher passes in relevant subjects at B and C are required. Other relevant qualifications/ experience will be considered. Adult learners with relevant life experience/skills will be considered for entry to this course. You must attend an information session. Sports Therapy HND S G F 8 SCQF level What level the course is listed as on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework. This practical course includes a strong theoretical component, providing you with the knowledge and skills required to work as a soft tissue therapist and provide clinical sports massage treatments. This course will prepare you for employment or articulation to university. 2 Highers at B or above, one in English and the second in a Science such as Human Biology. Relevant qualifications will be taken into account. Adult learners with relevant life experience/skills will be considered for entry to this course. You must attend an information session. Places are conditional until a PVG check has been Access to Coaching and Developing Sport HND G F 6 Course Name: As it appears on the website I G F 8 Course Description: Brief outline of the course. Visit our website for more information. Course entry requirements: Entry requirements stated are minimum requirements and may be subject to alteration. Please check the website for full entry requirements. IELTS = The International English Language Testing System If you are looking for a course to enhance your knowledge of coaching and developing sport to assist progression onto further study at HNC/D level, then this course is for you. subject. National 4 Biology would also be advantageous. You should currently be participating regularly in exercise and fitness activities. You must attend an information session. Places are conditional until a PVG check has been
Apply now: edinburghcollege.ac.uk Access to Sports Therapy and Fitness I G S F 6 This course will help you to develop confidence, personal leadership qualities and skills in planning, implementing and evaluating aspects of Sports Therapy and Fitness. This course could lead you on to study HNC/ HND Sports Therapy or Fitness, Health and Exercise. subject. National 4 Biology would also be advantageous. You must attend an information session. Places are conditional until a PVG check has been Advanced Adventure Leadership Studies G F 6 This course will help you develop a deeper understanding and an increased skillset in the theory and practical elements required to work in the outdoor pursuits industry. It is a practical, full-time course designed to equip you for further study or employment. You will take part in climbing, paddle sports, mountain biking, snow sports and more. Progression from completed training/ assessments covered in Adventure Leadership Studies. Interest/understanding of outdoor pursuits activities. You should be over 18. You Developing Sporting Performance G F 6 If you are currently participating in sport at a competitive level and looking to improve your skills and performance to potentially make a career out of your sport, this course is for you. subject. National 4 Biology would also be advantageous. You must attend an application session. Developing Sporting Performance - Football G F 6 If you are currently participating in football at a competitive level/junior league and looking to improve your skills and performance, then this course is for you. You may aspire to make a career in the sport, or to enhance your knowledge and understanding of sports performance and excellence in order to move onto further study at HNC/HND level. This course is part-taught at the Meadowmill Sports Centre. subject. National 4 Biology would also be advantageous. You must attend an application session. Developing Sporting Performance - Rugby G F 6 This one year course is aimed at those who have played age grade rugby at district or national level and who wish to continue their rugby development within a full-time structured programme. The course is suitable for you as a player if you wish to take a year out and concentrate on your rugby before seeking full-time employment or continuing on your education at college or university. subject. National 4 Biology would also be advantageous. You must attend an application session. Exercise and Fitness Instructors Course SVQ Level 2 MR F 6 Gain industry-specific exercise and fitness skills on this work-based, physically intensive course which will equip you with the qualities you need to work in the fitness industry. This course involves a work placement where you are assessed. subject. National 4 Biology would also be advantageous. You must attend an information session. Places are conditional until a PVG check has been Diploma in Exercise and Fitness Instruction YMCA S G F 6 This qualification is aimed at learners who want to work in the health and fitness industry. You will learn anatomy and physiology, health and safety, gym instructing, kettlebell training, circuit training, communicating with and motivating clients, and other options. subject. National 4 Biology would also be advantageous. You must attend an information session. Places are conditional until a PVG check has been Adventure Leadership Studies G F 5 This course will help you develop knowledge and skills in a whole range of outdoor pursuits as well as learning about coaching and leadership. You will take part in climbing, paddle sports, mountain biking, snow sports and more. Progression from completed training/ assessments covered in Adventure Leadership Studies. Interest/understanding of outdoor pursuits activities. You should be over 18. You
SPORT & FITNESS COURSE PROGRESSION Indirect Progression Direct Progression Articulation to University Level 3 National 3 Level 4 National 4 Level 5 National 5 Level 6 Highers Level 7 Advanced Higher Level 8 Articulation (Aligned uni courses) Sports Activity Leadership Fitness SVQ2 Access to Coaching and Developing Sport Coaching and Developing Sport HND Year 1 Coaching and Developing Sport HND Year 2 Sports Activity Leadership Coaching: Edinburgh SVQ2 Adventure Leadership Studies Advanced Adventure Leadership Studies Edinburgh Napier University Direct articulation to Year 2 (HNC) or Year 3 (HND) or BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science BSc (Hons) Physical Activity and Health BSc (Hons) Sport and Coaching Developing Sporting Performance: Rugby Developing Sporting Performance Sport and Fitness Entry Sport and Fitness NC Sport and Exercise Studies Exercise and Fitness Studies Developing Sporting Performance: Football Exercise and Fitness Instructors Course SVQ Fitness, Health and Exercise HND Year 1 Fitness, Health and Exercise HND Year 2 Edinburgh Napier University Direct articulation to Year 2 (HNC) or Year 3 (HND) or BSc (Hons) Sport and Fitness BSc (Hons) Sport Science BSc (Hons) Physical Activity and Health BSc (Hons) Physical Activity, Health and Wellbeing Diploma in Exercise and Fitness Instruction Army Preparation Gym Instructor Level 2 Personal Trainer Level 3 YMCA Exercise to Music Level 2 YMCA Access to Sports Therapy and Fitness Sports Therapy (inc HNC Soft Tissue Therapy) HND Year 1 Sports Therapy HND Year 2 Queen Margaret University Physiotherapy Podiatry
Apply now: edinburghcollege.ac.uk Exercise and Fitness Studies MR F 5 If you have ambition to work in the leisure industry as a fitness instructor, this intensive, practical course will give you the skills required to progress to further study on the SVQ level 2 Instructor course. 3 passes at National 4, English and/or a science subject would be advantageous. You must attend an information session. Sport and Exercise Studies S F 5 If you have ambition to work in the sport and leisure industry this course is ideal. You will gain formal qualifications allowing you to progress to further study on a fitness instructor or access to sports therapy course, or to begin a career in the industry. 3 passes at National 4, English and/or a science subject would be advantageous. You Sports Activity Leadership SVQ Level 2 G F 5 Develop the knowledge and practical skills to lead sports activities. Each week you will spend three days at college and two half-days in the workplace putting your leadership skills into practice. It is particularly useful to school leavers who are interested in sports coaching as a career. 3 passes at National 4, English and/or a science subject would be advantageous. You Sports Activity Leadership SVQ Level 2 (Fitness) G F 5 You will study a wide range of topics and develop practical skills to lead fitness activities through participating in a coaching placement, one day per week working in local primary schools. It is particularly useful to school leavers who are interested in fitness instruction as a career. 3 passes at National 4, English and/or a science subject would be advantageous. You Army Career Preparation Course G F 4 This fast-paced 18-week course will prepare you for the Army recruitment selection process at the Army Development Selection Centre and a career in the British Army. You will work on developing a good level of fitness with periodic assessments to establish personal progression towards the selection/ entry criteria. No formal qualifications are required however you will be expected to meet the eligibility criteria for entry into the British Armed Forces. Sport and Fitness NC G F 4 This is a practical based course where you will learn about a wide range of sports alongside theory for progression to further study or employment in sport and fitness roles. It s ideal if you are returning to education or starting a new career. No formal qualifications are required, however an active interest in sport and fitness is desirable. You must attend an information session. Places are conditional until a PVG check has been Entry to Sport & Fitness G F 3 This course is ideal if you have completed a level 1 or 2 course and want to continue to a level 3 course on a full-time basis. This course will enable you to improve your confidence, your employability skills and your team working skills. No formal qualifications required, however relevant experience will be taken into account. Places are conditional until a PVG check has been Personal Trainer Level 3 YMCA S P 7 This course will give you the practical skills, knowledge and competence required to work unsupervised as a personal trainer. It is helpful to those who are looking to set up their own business as a personal trainer but are not yet employed in the industry. Please note that a fee-waiver option is not available for this course, details for costs can be found on the website. Provide evidence of the minimum entry qualifications. Accredited at REPS level 2 in Fitness Instruction or Gym Based Exercise.
Apply now: edinburghcollege.ac.uk Gym Instructor Level 2 YMCA S P 5 Designed to provide you with a nationally recognised qualification in gym instructing, you will be prepared for employment in the industry as well as progression onto the YMCA Level 3 course. This course is essential if you are working on the gym floor. Please note that a fee-waiver option is not available for this course, details for costs can be found on the website. 2 passes at SCQF Level 5 preferably in relevant subjects. Other relevant qualifications/experience will be considered. You may be expected to submit a brief written assignment/essay before interview to provide some indication of academic standing and communication skills. You should currently be participating regularly in exercise and fitness activities. Experience of working in the health and fitness industry would be an advantage. Exercise to Music Level 2 YMCA G P 5 Designed for students aiming for a career as an Exercise to Music Instructor. You will gain a nationally recognised qualification that will prepare you for employment in the health and fitness industry. This is a preferred qualification if you are looking to set up your own business or work in a large branded gym. Please note that a fee-waiver option is not available for this course, details for costs can be found on the website. 2 passes at SCQF Level 5 preferably in relevant subjects. Other relevant qualifications/experience will be considered. You may be expected to submit a brief written assignment/essay before interview to provide some indication of academic standing and communication skills. You should currently be participating regularly in exercise and fitness activities. Experience of working in the health and fitness industry would be an advantage. An Introduction to Sports And Outdoor Pursuits G P 2 If you have got additional support needs, this course will allow you to develop techniques and personal skills used in outdoor pursuits and sports and improve your health, fitness and wellbeing. Suitable for those with additional support and learning needs but will include some physical tasks (with some support if required). You must attend an information session. Introduction to Games And Sports Edinburgh G P 2 Designed to allow students with additional support needs to develop skills in a variety of both team and individual games and sports, this course will improve your health, fitness and wellbeing. No formal qualification but ideally have an interest in improving their personal fitness, health and well-being, teamwork, and personal organisation. You must attend an information session. Introduction to Pathways Fitness Club G P 2 This course is designed to allow students with additional support or learning needs to develop your own personal fitness programme to improve your health and general wellbeing. No formal qualification but ideally have an interest in improving their personal fitness, health and well-being. You must attend an information session.
2018-2019 For more information please visit: edinburghcollege.ac.uk/courses or call 0131 660 1010 edinburghcollege edinburghcollege #edinburghcoll EdinburghCollege For the future you want Visit our website for details on open days. edinburghcollege.ac.uk/opendays Edinburgh College is a registered charity in Scotland. Charity number SCO21213 For up-to-date information on our course selection or to speak to an advisor please call 0131 660 1010. Our course portfolio, mode of attendance and campus allocation may be subject to alteration.