Course Overview
This course runs a partnership with Newtown FC and Briton Ferry FC, parallel with the football Academy. All sessions will be delivered by professional qualified coaches and concentrates on the range of training needs of the footballer, from practical skills to nutritional and psychological guidance. It also provides the player opportunities to represent NPTC Group and Newtown FC or Briton Ferry FC in a competitive league against fellow colleges. The course concentrates on the development of the Elite athlete and is equivalent to 3 A levels which could eventually lead into Higher Education or a football-related career pathway.
This two year course covers the following units; Exercise, Health & Lifestyle, Sports Coaching, Fitness Testing, Nutrition and Practical studies.
There are no exams in this 3 A level equivalent qualification, however learners are required to complete all specified assessments by the required deadlines.