HNC Physical Activity and Health

This new course gives you the knowledge to work in the ever-expanding physical activity and health industry. It includes recognised industry qualifications.

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Glasgow Clyde College, Glasgow
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This course is available on the Glasgow Clyde College website.

Description

What will I learn?

HNC Physical Activity and Health, which is a Next Generation pilot course, comprises of a range of practical sessions, lectures and group workshops delivered by vastly experienced health and fitness professionals and instructors. 

During the course you'll cover the following units: 

  • Training principles of exercise 
  • Preparing to work in the physical activity and health industry 
  • Anatomy and physiology for exercise and human movement 
  • Health promotion, behaviour change and nutrition 
  • Exercise practitioner 
  • Strength and conditioning 

Work is assessed throughout the year and assessments may be in the form of assignments, project work, case studies, oral and poster presentations, open and closed book assessments and tutor observations of practical performance.  Ongoing tutor support ensures that you're provided with support and feedback to meet the demands of this innovative course. 

The award is jointly certificated with Sportscotland and the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).  This partnership will allow you to gain employment in a variety of roles and gain a better understanding of how you can support people becoming more active and leading a healthy lifestyle.

About Glasgow Clyde College

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Glasgow Clyde College is a further and higher education college, located in Glasgow.

The college offers a broad range of courses across many subject areas, and has three easily accessible campuses in Glasgow at Langside, Cardronald and Anniesland.

With award winning teaching staff, the college is the largest further education provider in Glasgow and has the highest achievement rates in further and education in the area.

Glasgow Clyde College also has excellent links to universities to allow you to progress to degree level.

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