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Overview
Coaching science applied to track, field and multi-sport performance: skill acquisition, periodisation, testing and long-term athlete development. Includes supervised coaching hours.
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Aims of the Course
- Apply skill acquisition principles to coaching
- Plan periodised training across a season
- Test and monitor athlete performance
- Coach individuals and squads effectively
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Course Structure
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Coaching Principles
- Coach philosophies and styles
- Observation and analysis
- Feedback and instruction
- Coaching ethics and safeguarding
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Skill Acquisition
- Motor learning stages
- Practice design and variability
- Demonstration and cueing
- Transfer to competition
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Physiology and Conditioning
- Strength, speed and endurance development
- Recovery and load management
- Injury prevention
- Nutrition fundamentals
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Periodisation
- Annual training plan
- Macro, meso and micro cycles
- Tapering and peaking
- Managing interruptions
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Testing and Analysis
- Field and laboratory testing
- Performance data interpretation
- Video analysis basics
- Tracking development
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Coaching Practice
- Session planning and delivery
- Squad management
- Working with parents and officials
- Supervised coaching portfolio
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Learning Outcomes
- 01Plan a season-long training programme
- 02Deliver a coached session with clear analysis
- 03Conduct a reliable performance test
- 04Interpret training data to adjust load
- 05Maintain a supervised coaching log
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Assessment
- Observed coaching assessment
- Season training plan
- Performance testing report
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Entry Requirements
- Open access; sport participation helpful
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Progression and Careers
- Sports coach
- Assistant coach in clubs and schools
- Strength and conditioning assistant