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STUDENT HANDBOOK

Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence

2011/2012

CONTENTS

Section 1 Welcome and Introduction

Section 2 Course Model – Where to?

Section 3 NVQ Qualification Pages 1 & 2

Section 4 BTEC Qualifications Page 3

Section 5 Functional Skills Page 3

Section 6 Progress Tutor Page 4

Section 7 Careers Information Pages 5 to 8

Section 8 The elite sport team Page 9

Section 9 Course policy and procedures Pages 11 to 20

WELCOME TO LOUGHBOROUGH COLLEGE

The flexible learning programmes at Loughborough College have been uniquely designed to allow you to perform at an elite level in your sport whilst continuing an education programme.

This handbook aims to explain some basic facts about your course, and I hope that you regard it as one of your resources whilst studying at Loughborough College.

Over the duration of the course we will give you the support and opportunities you need to gain an impressive portfolio of achievements. However, you will get out of the course what you put in. Success requires hard work and commitment. We hope you will demonstrate these qualities, make the most of the opportunities you are offered and become another of the Loughborough College success stories.

If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact me us via the contact details provided below.

I hope that you will have an enjoyable and worthwhile experience with us.

Matt O’Dowd Kerry HearseyMatt O’DowdAASE BTEC Programmer LeaderRoom: A308(m): 07717782495(e): matthew.o’[email protected]

Kerry HearseyAASE NVQ Programme LeaderRoom: A308(m): 07584 519 486(e): [email protected]

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COURSE MODEL – WHERE TO?

We offer a variety of course models at Loughborough College and work closely with you and your National Governing Body to decide on the best options for you as an athlete. Look at the questions below to direct you to your specific course model:

Q1.

Are you studying an NVQ and BTEC qualification at Loughborough College as part of the AASE programme?

Yes Go to pages 1 & 2No Go to Q2.

Q2.

Are you studying an NVQ only at Loughborough College as part of the AASE Programme?

Yes Go to page 1No Go to Q3.

Q3.

Are you studying for a BTEC only qualification at Loughborough College as part of the AASE Programme?

Yes Go to page 2No Please ask your progress tutor for assistance.

NVQ QUALIFICATION

As part of the Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (AASE) programme, you will be expected to complete a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3 in Achieving Sporting Excellence.

The NVQ is delivered over a one year period and had been designed specifically with your National Governing Body in order to meet your requirements as an athlete. The NVQ will be a series of workshops that will include the following sections:

- Technical, Tactical and Physical Fitness- Nutrition and Performance- Mental Skills and Performance- Career Planning and Finance- Communication and the Media- Health and Safety

You will also complete a minimum of three 1:1 sessions with your coach, psychologist and nutritionist.

During the workshops you will gather and complete work, also known as evidence, that will build a portfolio of your knowledge and experiences. The evidence will show how you are developing as an elite athlete and how your performance has improved or changed over the one year period.

As part of the NVQ you will also be expected to complete 1:1 progress reviews over a one to two year period. These will be carried out with your tutor either face-to-face or over the phone every 8 to 10 weeks and look at all aspects of the course including your athletic developments, NVQ and technical certificate (BTEC/A Levels).

The 1:1 progress reviews are essential in order to complete the course and you will need to take responsibility in completing these with your tutor in order to remain on the programme.

Unit certificationOnce your assessor has decided that you have produced enough evidence to prove your competence in a unit, they will sign the unit off and you will not need to collect any more evidence for that unit. A unit certification can be claimed from the awarding body at this point. This also means that if you drop out of your qualification and have already completed a unit you will gain this certification.

ConfidentialityIn some situations parts of your evidence may involve confidential information, where possible you can remove names, addresses. You can always ask your assessor if you are unsure.

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Internal and external verifiersThroughout your course you may come across both internal and external verifiers. Internal verifiers make sure that all assessors judge evidence in the same way and to the same Assessor standard (this is called internal verification). The external verifier is employed by OCR to monitor the quality of assessment and internal verification decision’s at a centre

BTEC QUALIFICATIONS

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To study Loughborough Colleges Elite Sport BTEC qualifications, learners do not need to be based close to Loughborough as the vast majority of work can be completed via distance learning using our online resources and assignments. The main benefits of these programmes are that they can be scheduled around key training and competition periods and normal completion dates extended, from normal expected completion dates used with more traditional delivery at colleges, to allow learners to succeed both in sport and education. The BTEC sport qualifications best suit elite sport performers as there vocational nature compliment and aid learning that takes place in sport. So as well as providing a spring board on to higher education and second careers they also can provide underpinning knowledge to aid sporting performance.

The BTEC qualification will take between 18 months and 36 months to complete dependent on the level and course in which you are taking. There are various BTEC qualifications that we offer, the time frame for completion given is a guide only and may be adjusted to suit a learners requirements:

- Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma 30-36 months

- Level 3 BTEC Diploma 24-30 months

- Level 3 BTEC Subsidiary Diploma 12-18 months

- Level 2 BTEC Diploma 12-18 months

Your progress tutor will arrange an individual induction day with you at the start of the year to cover all the key issues required for successful completion of a BTEC qualification.

As part of this day you will discuss with your Progress Tutor the best methods for you to complete this qualification. However, in general, learners need to be available to study work for at least 2 hours per week, with the exception of periods of important competitions that may prevent this

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

Integrated into the Level 2 BTEC Diploma are a range of Functional Skills which will enable you to develop your skills in Numeracy and Literacy. These are essential in the workplace and are required by all Universities as they represent the equivalent of a GCSE Grade C in Mathematics and English Language.

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Students who are working on functional skills will undertake a series of lessons in order to complete a final exam.

Those who already possess a GCSE Grade C or above in English or Mathematics, or hold any other equivalent Functional Skills Qualification (Level 2 Key Skills, Function Skills or Adult Literacy/Numeracy) will be exempt from the tests.

PROGRESS TUTOR

Your Progress Tutor is there to help you pass the course and give you advice and guidance on your progression into Higher Education or a career.

If you are struggling with your work, need help with an assignment or have personal problems you should see your Progress Tutor.

Interim reports will be sent to your parents/guardians and NGBs, with any progress problems being reported as and if required.

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CAREERS INFORMATION

Your qualifications studied are designed to enable you to improve your sporting knowledge and performance. In addition to this they are springboards in to secondary careers, whenever these may be required. The basic information below gives some ideas on typical career routes.

Your Progress Tutor will frequently discuss with you potential career routes that you may be interested in so that they can guide you as effectively as possible.

If you are unsure of which career route you wish to go down then your Progress Tutor will be able to advise you and give you options, including issues such as UK and US university applications. The college also has various careers services that you can utilise.

A CAREER AS A PE TEACHER?

RECOMMENDED PACKAGE OF QUALIFICATIONS:

a) BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport

b) The following additional qualifications:

Sports Leadership and Officiating Awards, eg Football, Hockey, Basketball, Cricket

ASA Swimming Teachers Certificate CSLA YMCA Assistant Fitness Instructor Hanson Higher Leadership Award Sports First Aid National Pool Lifeguard

Routes into PE Teaching:

After completing the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sports Science you have 3 options:

1) You can do a degree at university in Sports Science or Sports Studies then do a one-year teacher training course.

2) You can do a combined degree/teacher training course at university (BEd).

3) You can do a HND or FD at Loughborough College followed by a top-up degree year (or in some cases two years) then a one-year teacher-training course.

Note: You must have English and Maths GCSE at Grade C or above.Universities will ask for a profile of Merits and Distinctions.

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A CAREER AS A FITNESS INSTRUCTOR OR PERSONAL TRAINER?





ASA Swimming Teachers Certificate CSLA YMCA Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification YMCA Level 3 Personal Trainer Award Hanson Higher Leadership Award Sports First Aid

Routes into Fitness Instruction/Personal Training:

There are many openings for fitness instructors in private health clubs, corporate fitness centres, educational establishments and leisure centre fitness centres.

If you intend to work your way up to management level in a fitness centre, a degree in Sports Science is recommended.

Personal trainers can work at fitness centres or privately from home. You need an outgoing personality. A degree/HND in Sports Science would enhance your credibility.

A professional qualification is essential if you want to work in fitness. The Central YMCA Qualifications Personal Trainer Award can be taken at Loughborough College but you need to be 18 and review the costs involved to enrol onto the course.

Note: Universities will ask for a profile of Merits and Distinctions.

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A CAREER AS A SPORTS COACH?





ASA Swimming Teachers Certificate CSLA YMCA Level 2 Gym Instructor Qualification YMCA Level 3 Personal Trainer Qualification Hanson Higher Leadership Award Sports First Aid

Routes into Sports Coaching:

In order to be a sports coach you would need to take the full range of coaching qualifications offered by the relevant National Government Body.

A degree/HND in Sports Science/Sports Coaching would be an advantage.

Note: Universities will ask for a profile of Merits and Distinctions.

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INTERESTED IN SPORT BUT NOT SURE WHAT CAREER?

If you are interested in sport but do not know what you want to do by way of a career we recommend that you:

a) Arrange a 1:1 meeting with your progress tutor as quickly as possible to review your career plans and options.

b) Research potential jobs that you think you would enjoy doing and bring this information to your 1:1 session.

c) Complete your AASE or BTEC to the best of your ability to give you as many options as possible for your future career.

d) The following additional qualifications are always useful and will help you to seek part time and full time employment for the future:


ASA Swimming Teachers Certificate CSLA YMCA Assistant Fitness Instructor Hanson Higher Leadership Award Sports First Aid National Pool Lifeguard

The AASE or BTEC qualification in sport and the above range of additional qualifications will equip you with the skills necessary to gain employment both within and outside the sports area.

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The Elite Sport Team – Contact Details

Michelle FavierAASE Team Leader

Loughborough CollegeRadmoor RoadLoughboroughLeicestershireLE11 3BT

[email protected]

Kerry HearseyAASE NVQ Programme Leader


07584 519 486

[email protected]

Matt O’DowdAASE BTEC Programme Leader


07717 782495

matthew.o’[email protected]

Chris McGeorgeElite Athlete Welfare Officer


07814 490032

[email protected]

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The Elite Sport Team – Contact Details

Tom GayleElite Sport Tutor


07825 060572

[email protected]

Rob PayneElite Sport Tutor


07775 826499

[email protected]

Lisa ThorpeElite Sport Tutor


[email protected]

Anthony MorrisElite Sport Tutor


[email protected]

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COURSE POLICY AND PROCEDURES

1. Key Dates

Please ensure that you check your welcome pack for key dates or speak directly to your tutor for your scheme of work.

2. Communication

Communication is via e-mail and telephone.

If you are studying the NVQ only: You will receive lots of information during the monthly workshops and these will give you opportunity to discuss how you are progressing.

If you are studying BTEC at the college: You will receive weekly emails and telephone calls from your tutor to plan your weekly actions and tutorials. This will give you opportunity to discuss how you are progressing.

3. Progress Reviews

As part of this qualification you will be expected to complete progress reviews with your tutor every 8 to 10 weeks for the duration of the programme (one, two or three years). These are essential to meeting the criteria of the qualification, and if you fail to complete your progress reviews, you will be withdrawn from the programme.

4. Attendance / Sickness

If you are ill and cannot attend any of the workshops, tutorials or progress reviews - please contact your tutor as soon as possible. It is expected that you will attend all of the workshops, tutorials and progress reviews. Failure to do so may result in you being withdrawn from the programme.

5. Dates and Times

You will be provided a list of dates in which you are expected to attend or communicate with your tutor. There maybe some date changes, predominately due to facility availability or staffing issues. You will be notified immediately of any changes.

Please ensure that you arrive on time to all of the sessions – workshops, tutorials and progress reviews. If you are running late, please ensure that you contact your tutor to update them of your situation.

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5. Student feedback

Your views are very important to us. You will be asked to evaluate each module or workshop. You will also be asked to complete a questionnaire on the College provision twice per year.

6. Group reps

Each group will have a group rep. Group reps will meet with the programme leader twice a year. A response to all points raised will be e-mailed to all students.

7. Student complaints / Appeals

If you are unhappy about something to do with your course you should follow the following procedures:

1. Speak to your Tutor or Personal Tutor2. If the situation is not resolved or you don’t want to speak to your Module

Leader or Personal Tutor speak to the Course Leader or Team Leader3. If you are still unhappy speak to the Elite Sport Co-ordinator – Michelle Favier.

Appointments may be necessary.

ACADEMIC APPEALS PROCEDURE

This procedure applies specifically to those learners who undertake an examination or assessment that is within the control of Loughborough College. Where the assessment is set and assessed by an external awarding body, the College will be able to advise learners how an appeal to the awarding body can be made.

As part of the assessment procedure, learners will be asked to sign that they accept and understand their assessment outcomes/grades. If a learner believes that they have a justified grievance related to an assessment process or decision, then:

1 They should discuss the matter with the tutor concerned in the first instance.

2 If the matter is unresolved, the issue should be discussed with the Course Leader and formally logged as a grievance.

3 If no satisfactory conclusion is reached the learner should make an appeal in writing to the learner’s Team Leader within 5 working days of registering concern with the tutor.

4 The Team Leader will then arrange for an Appeals Panel to meet within 10 working days to consider the appeal and will give the learner 5 days notice. The Appeals Panel will include:

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An independent Chair (Manager unrelated to the curriculum area) The Team Leader An academic member of staff not involved in the curriculum area

5 The following should be made available to the Appeals Panel at least 2 working days before the meeting: The written appeal from the learner Supporting documentation from the curriculum area Complete results for the cohort of the assessment in question Copy of the assessment

6 At the Appeal Hearing, the Appeals Panel will:

Hear the appeal by the learner who may be accompanied by parents, employers or a representative. This may not be a legal or other professional adviser unless the college agrees, having been given notice before the hearing.

Have representation from the curriculum team concerned Request the attendance of any party who may be relevant to the case Inform the learner and the curriculum team of the Appeal Decision within 2

working days of the Appeal Hearing Report the decision to the Quality Manager and keep records on file for a

period of two years.

The decision of the Appeal Committee is final.

8. Submission of work

Work should be submitted by the college turn it in system or email by 5.00pm on the hand in date.

You must receive a receipt from the tutor, this is to acknowledge your work has arrived safely.

For those athletes who are travelling in competition: Work can be submitted via post, your work must arrive on or before the hand in date.

The address to send work to is:

A308; Elite Sport (insert tutors name)Sports ScienceLoughborough CollegeRadmoor RoadLoughboroughLeicestershireLE11 3BT

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9. Student discipline

There are 4 stages to the student disciplinary procedure:

Stage 1: Informal warningStage 2: Recorded verbal warningStage 3: First written warningStage 4: Second written warningStage 5: Withdrawal

Module Leaders can issue informal warnings and recorded verbal warnings. In this case the progress tutor will be informed

All stages of the disciplinary procedure will be recorded on your personal file

Warning will be issued in the following circumstances:

Informal First late piece of coursework Attendance issue (arising from attendance monitoring session). Less than

80% with no explanation. Absences not notified Minor behavioural problem (e.g. persistent lateness, persistently unprepared

for lecture, disruptive behaviour, verbal abuse)

Recorded verbal Second incident constituting an informal warning (Third mobile phone incident) Major behavioural problem

First written Third incident constituting an informal warning

Second written Fourth incident constituting an informal warning

Withdrawal No improvement following second written warning

In the case of physical abuse the incident should be discussed with the team leader and manager

10. Practical Sessions

Appropriate clothing should be worn for all practical sessions unless otherwise advised. Please ensure that you check with your tutor for the requirements of the each session so that you have the correct equipment and clothing.

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Equal OpportunitiesCode of Practice

Equal Opportunities Policy Statement

Loughborough College is committed to the active promotion of Equal Opportunities and positive regard for all learners. Everyone within the College will be expected to work to these principles and promote its philosophy.

All Learners will respect Equal Opportunities and help to create an environment free from discrimination and prejudice.

We expect all learners to:

1 Help create an environment which provides equality of opportunity and freedom from discrimination and harassment on the grounds of race, gender, class, sexual orientation, marital status, age, religion and belief, culture, mental health, learning difficulty, disability, ex-offending and any other factors.

2 Treat all members of the college community with respect and understanding.

3 Be considerate of the rights and diversities of other College users, e.g. learners, staff, visitors, etc.

4 Bring to the College’s attention any issues relating to discrimination, prejudice, harassment and bullying.

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ADDITIONAL SUPPORT

Additional Support services are available to students who have a disability, a learning difficulty (including Dyslexia), a medical condition, mental health difficulties or English as an Additional Language. A wide variety of assistance is available, including:

Specific equipment/ software Large print/ Braille transcription BSL interpretation/ note taking Help with reading/ spelling/ math’s Extra time and support to get used to the College Other support according to individual needs

If you would like to know more, please get in touch with Matt O’Dowd, E-mail: matt.o’[email protected]

COUNSELLING SERVICE

If you are stressed about your college or personal life, you can make a confidential appointment with a college counselor. This will give you an opportunity to talk your problems over and clarify your feelings. With the support and understanding of a trained counselor, you will be encouraged to identify and make the changes that are right for you.

You can contact the Counseling Service in any of the following ways: book an appointment at Reception, telephone (01509) 215831 or E-mail [email protected] A member of staff, or friend can also make an appointment on your behalf with your permission.

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Health and Safety Information for all Students

General Safety Rules

1) It is the duty of every person to take reasonable care of themselves when at work and of others who may be affected by their work activities

2) No person shall carelessly or intentionally interfere or tamper with anything provided for the purposes of health, safety or welfare that the law requires

3) All staff, students and visitors must co-operate with Loughborough College on all health and safety matters as required by law

4) All persons on Loughborough College premises have a duty to report to a manager or other responsible person, any equipment, conditions or behaviour that are deemed to be unsafe, faulty or breaching relevant health and safety requirements.

5) No persons must operate equipment or machinery unless authorised and trained to do so.

6) All Personal Protective Equipment and clothing must be worn as required in workshops, on track and other designated areas.

7) Eating and drinking are only allowed in designated areas i.e. cafeteria/outside

Emergency Evacuation

If the fire alarm sounds, leave the building via the nearest fire exit and make your way to your fire assembly point, await further instructions from your tutor or from the fire marshals. Do not go back into the building to collect belongings. Always stand back from the road, as this must be kept clear for emergency services vehicles. For safety, remain in the car park area of your assembly point.You will only be allowed back into the buildings when the fire brigade have given the all clear.

If you discover a fire, leave the building immediately; closing doors and windows local to where the fire is if possible and sounding the fire alarm via the red call point boxes situated on all escape routes. Pass on any information about the fire to Estates staff at central control, reception staff or directly to the fire brigade. Activation of the fire alarm will automatically call the fire brigade.

Do not attempt to tackle a fire with an extinguisher unless it is safe to so and you are not putting yourself at any risk.

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Remember:

Know the emergency evacuation procedure

Learn where all your fire exit routes are.

Learn where your fire assembly points are (a plan is located in this leaflet). Read the fire action notices located in classrooms and corridors.

Do not use lifts during a fire evacuation

The fire alarm is of the continuous siren type

If you are disabled or unable to use the stairs, both A Block and B Block have fire refuges for persons with disabilities. The refuges are situated at the end of the corridor behind fire resisting doors and are located on each floor of A Block and B Block. Ask your tutor or another person to inform central control of your location.

Emergency Assembly Points

FIRE ASSEMBLY POINT 1 – Car Park 1 (Left Side) is designated for-All persons on the Ground Floor of the Main Block, Floors 1,2,3 of A Block, and 1st & 2nd floors of L block.

FIRE ASSEMBLY POINT 2 – Car Park 1 (Right Side) is designated for-All persons on floors 4,5,6 of A block.

FIRE ASSEMBLY POINT 3 – Car Park 2 (Foden/Laser Centre) is designated for-All persons from B Block, plus the Radmoor Centre and The Foden Building

FIRE ASSEMBLY POINT 4 – Community Workshop Car Park is designated for- All persons from Workshop 1, plus the Cafeteria and the Boiler House

FIRE ASSEMBLY POINT 5 – Car Park 5 (Workshop 2) is designated for-All persons from Workshop 2 and C Block

FIRE ASSEMBLY POINT 6 – (Loughborough Sport Car Park) is designated for- All persons from Loughborough Sport

If you have an accident

If you require medical treatment as a result of accident or illness, either go to reception or contact them on Ext: 555, they will arrange for first aid assistance. Alternatively, inform a member of staff who will organise a first aider to attend.

All accidents, however minor must be reported immediately to your tutor or to your course team leader, and an accident report form completed (available from reception or on the intranet). Completed forms must be returned to reception.

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First aid kits are located around the college within the vicinity of a first aider.The medical room is next to the lecture theatre and can be accessed by contacting reception.

Near misses and dangerous occurrences must also be reported using the relevant college forms, available from reception or on the intranet.

Smoking

Smoking is only permitted outside of college buildings. Please dispose of used cigarette butts safely in the metal bins provided.

Personal Safety & Security

To help ensure your personal safety when on (and off) campus, we recommend you follow these guidelines:

Always secure your vehicle and hide valuables from view. Look after your personal belongings and valuables when in college Always consider your personal safety when walking alone (particularly at

night), always try to carry a mobile phone or consider a personal attack alarm. Report any suspicious persons or activities to reception

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College Mobile Phone Policy

The use of mobile phones is prohibited in all areas of the College with the exception of:

Mobile Phone Go Areas:

Staff Rooms Staff Lounge Student Common Room Cafeteria Exterior of the College B Block Student Entrance

Mobile Phones must be switched off in all other areas

Persistent use of mobile phones in ‘no-go’ areas will result in the college disciplinary system being invoked.

Mobile phones will not be permitted in workshops or teaching sessions and therefore we would ask that you switch your phone off during these sessions.

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