Sport, Fitness and Management The Open University UK

Overview

Within this Education in Sport, Fitness and Management CertHE from The Open University UK, you’ll explore training, nutrition, motivation and leadership; and increase your effectiveness and skills in these areas. As you study, you’ll always come back to what matters most: applying theory to practice.

Key facts:

• Offers flexible learning that fits around your sport, fitness and work commitments

• Demonstrates a strong applied focus through the extensive use of audiovisual case studies

• Uses innovative technology such as augmented reality to enhance your learning

• Enables you to gain Register of Exercise Professions CPD points throughout your study

• Builds a solid foundation for further study

Skills for career development

This qualification has been developed directly with employers to ensure that it provides the skills they need. For example, in addition to theoretical knowledge of fitness training, you’ll gain an understanding of sector organisation, customer care, business strategies, safety frameworks, and effective instruction and communication. These skills will help to increase your career opportunities and earning potential.

Career opportunities:

If you’re aiming to access graduate level careers, this certificate is your first step on the way. After successfully completing the course, you’ll be able to build on your study to gain further professional qualifications – such as a foundation degree or full honours degree.