This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
Solihull College & University Centre has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The Level 4 Higher National Certificate provides a solid grounding in Community Coaching in England, on which students can build, should they decide to continue their studies beyond the Certificate stage. On successful completion of the Level 4 Higher National Certificate, you may consider joining the coaching work force in the local community, with schools, private business, or progress to a Level 5 programme such as the Higher National Diploma. Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Community Coaching for England offers:
- a dynamic, engaging, and challenging course which encapsulates the core units essential for effective coaching practice;
- the latest coaching practices and applications of fundamentals skills and knowledge to enhance athletes/participants performance;
- an understanding of the human body and its physiology; and
- insight into the underpinning theories related to Nutrition and Sports Psychology and their use for enhancing athletes’ and participants’ behaviours.
Modules
Nutrition Fundamentals of Sport & Exercises Psychology Anatomy & Physiology Professional Skills (Pearson Set) Coaching Practice & Skills Development Training, Fitness, Testing Lifestyle Coaching Community Coaching
Assessment method
The core units will be assessed by the combination of multiple assessment methods such as: Reports, Essays, Practical assessment, Case study, Research project, Presentations, Logbooks.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
25Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 006D
- Institution code:
- S26
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Solihull College & University Centre are not a licenced student sponsor institution for UK student visas; therefore, we are unable to accept applications from students that require a student visa to enter the UK.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma - D: 0 credits M: 0 credits P: 0 credits
Scottish Higher
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - P
Additional entry requirements
Admission tests
Interview
All applicants are required to attend an interview and will be notified of the date and time via email, a text reminder is also sent the day before the interview. Applicants applying from outside the West Midlands alternative interview arrangements can be made for you, but we strongly encourage all prospective applicants come along to view Solihull College and University Centre’s facilities and meet the teaching teams. As part of your interview and possibly your offer you will be required to provide your original certificates, including GCSE’s or equivalents.
Institutions Own Test (IOT)
Applicants who do not meet the standard entry criteria but have appropriate industry and life experiences will have their prior learning and skills taken into account and maybe required to complete an Aptitude assessment (this will be advised at interview).
English language requirements
Students who are non-native English speakers, or who have not studied the final two years of school in English, but can demonstrate capability in English at a standard commensurate to IELTS 5.5 , with a minimum of 5.5 being awarded on individual sections.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £6500 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £6500 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
Solihull College & University Centre offer a Higher Education Bursary.
Provider information
Solihull College & University Centre
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB