Tuesday 13 May 2008
uk athletics
in partnership with
norwich union
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Professional Development Courses

 
Certificate in Teaching Primary Athletics

 

The aim of this course is to give teachers and others working in primary schools the knowledge skills and confidence to deliver enjoyable and engaging “run, jump, throw” lessons that focus on increasing understanding, skill acquisition, maximum participation and fun.

 

Based upon the Elevating Athletics Primary resource, the course demonstrates progression across all age groups in generic running, jumping and throwing activities.  It is based upon safe and inclusive teaching methodology, which focuses on developing competency in the fundamental movements of athletics events.  The additional programmes and resources available to support delivery, measurement and assessment are signposted and inclusion of all children and first steps into competition are highlighted.

 

Length 6 hours

 

Certificate in Teaching Secondary Athletics

 

The aim of this course is to provide teachers and others working in secondary schools with the knowledge skills and confidence to deliver enjoyable and engaging running, jumping and throwing lessons that focus on maximum participation, increasing understanding and skill acquisition based upon high quality technical models.

 

Based upon the Elevating Athletics Secondary resource, the course demonstrates progression across all age groups in generic running, jumping and throwing activities.  It is based upon safe and inclusive teaching methodology, which focuses on developing competency in the execution of athletics specific skills.  The additional programmes and resources available to support delivery, measurement and assessment, citizenship and problem solving are signposted and inclusion of all children and ongoing steps into competition are highlighted.

 

Length 6 hours

 

To find out more about these courses, please contact your Home Country or regional contact.