SPORT DEVELOPMENT & LEADERSHIP
SCQF LEVEL 6 - NPA + SQA AWARD
Next session, pupils will have the opportunity to complete a combined qualification made up of:
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NPA Level 6 Sport Development
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SQA Leadership Award (Level 6)
This combined course is ideal for pupils who enjoy sport and physical activity and who want to develop high-level leadership, communication, organisation and teamwork skills in both practical and community-based environments.
Candidates will lead sessions, work with groups, deliver practical activities, manage projects, and reflect on their personal development as leaders.
QUALIFICATION
NPA Level 6 Sport Development & SQA Leadership Award Level 6
(Both awards can be achieved within the same timetabled course)
DURATION
1 Year full time/
5 periods per week
COURSEWORK
Unit 1: Activity and Participation Opportunities in the Community.
Unit 2: Investigate Activity Development Opportunities in an Organisation
EXAM
There is no external exam.
Assessment is portfolio and project-based across four units (two from each award).
COST
NA
TEACHERS
Mrs Craig
Mrs May
Mr Robertson
Mr Carder
Mrs Simpson
Miss Duff
WHY TAKE THIS COURSE?
wHAT WILL YOU EXPERIENCE?
This combined programme gives pupils the chance to:
- Lead real sessions in a sport-based environment
You will deliver a minimum of 10 practical sessions as part of the Sports Development award and a further leadership project for the SQA Leadership Award.
- Develop essential life and employability skills
Communication • Organisation • Problem Solving • Coaching Skills • Self-Management • Initiative
- Grow your confidence
You will gain experience leading groups, delivering activities, planning sessions, making decisions, and evaluating your own performance.
- Build a portfolio for employment, coaching or university
Both awards are recognised by colleges, universities and employers as strong evidence of leadership and responsibility.
- Learn through practical participation
This course is active, practical, and hands-on—ideal for anyone who enjoys being involved in sport.
- The combined course consists of four units (two from Sports Development and two from Leadership). All must be passed to obtain both awards.
SPORTS DEVELOPMENT (NPA Level 6)
Unit 1 – Activity and Participation Opportunities in the Community
You will complete a logbook portfolio showing:
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Participation in 10 community or school-based sessions
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Time spent as a volunteer leader and participant
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Evaluations of your performance
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Understanding the benefits of physical activity to individuals and communities
Unit 2 – Investigate Activity Development Opportunities in an Organisation
You will create a sports development proposal, including:
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Analysis of current provision
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Data collection and interpretation
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Identification of potential development opportunities
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Evaluation of the viability of a proposed project
LEADERSHIP AWARD (SQA Level 6)
The SQA Leadership Award consists of two units:
Unit 1 – Leadership: An Introduction
You will learn about:
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Different leadership styles
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Effective communication
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Qualities and behaviours of successful leaders
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Your own strengths and development needs as a leader
You will also produce evidence demonstrating your understanding of leadership principles and personal leadership qualities.
Unit 2 – Leadership in Practice
You will:
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Plan, organise and lead a leadership task or project
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Work with a group over a period of time
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Demonstrate problem solving, decision making and responsibility
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Reflect on your leadership performance
This culminates in a practical leadership assignment delivered to a group in school or the community.
KEY FACTS
Everything you need to know before selecting this course
entry requirements
what will you get?
There are no formal entry requirements, however:
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National 5 Physical Education
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National 5 English
…would both be beneficial.
A strong interest in sport, physical activity, and working with others is essential.
In order to obtain the full award, you must pass both units:
Unit 1:
Activity and Participation Opportunities in the Community.
SCQF credit points: 6
SCQF level: 6
SQA credit value: 1
Unit 2:
Investigate Activity Development Opportunities in an Organisation.
SCQF credit points: 12
SCQF level: 6
SQA credit value: 2
progress
Everything you need to know about future pathways from this course
EMPLOYMENT
The blended nature of this course means it supports future study and careers in:
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Sports Coaching
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Sports Development
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PE Teaching
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Active Schools
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Physiotherapy
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Sports Science
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Sports Media / Journalism
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Fitness, Health & Wellbeing
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Outdoor Education
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Management and Leadership Roles
Key Employability Skills Gained
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Leadership
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Organisation & Time Management
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Communication
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Teamwork
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Adaptability
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Initiative
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Project Management
my world of work
This link will take you to an excellent resource on MyWOW which looks at potential career routes when you select a combination of subjects.
STUDENT STORIES
Information from pupils who have studied this course as to how they feel it was.
Saif - S6
“Sports Development helped me build my confidence and communication when coaching the S1/2 basketball team. It was a great way to escape exam stress while developing real leadership skills
Connor - S5
This course is active, enjoyable and brilliant for improving your coaching and communication skills.
Connor - S6
I enjoy PE and coaching, so this was the perfect course. Time management is important, but the experience you get is worth it.
