Workshops
Careers in Sport and Leisure Workshop
An insight into the careers available in sports coaching, sports science, sports media and sports management. What is on offer, what experience and qualifications are required and how can I develop a successful career in this area?
COURSE LEADER: Harvey Grout
Harvey Grout is the founder of www.careers-in-sport.co.uk and is the PGCE PE tutor at The University of Southampton. He has an MSc in Sports Psychology and is also the editor for Sport IQ Magazine, the unique learning resource for GCSE, BTEC and A Level PE.
Having worked in sports management, sports media and sports coaching/teaching Harvey is able to offer first hand advice and guidance on a variety of professions within the sport and leisure industry. Harvey also interviews prospective students aiming to enrol on a Higher Education degree and offers helpful advice and guidance for students applying for university.
RESOURCES AND MATERIALS
On arrival at this course students will receive a specially prepared file containing detailed notes, teaching materials and resources.
- Full set of course notes
- PowerPoint slides used on the day
- Useful tips and guidance
- A range of sources of further information
COURSE AIMS
The course is designed to assist careers advisors, teachers and students who are either responsible for careers advice or are looking to develop a career in sport themselves. The course will provide information on the diverse options available to students and advice on the experience and qualifications required.
The course will include presentations, practical activities and tasks and a Question and Answer session.
COST
All workshops and presentations are bespoke to meet your objectives.
Full Day Workshop – £295 Half Day Workshop – £195
Travel Costs are not included in the price and are an additional cost.
An example of one of our workshops is highlighted below;
TITLE: Careers in Sport and Leisure Workshop
9.30 – 10.30: WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS?
- Exploring the options available
- Sports Coaching, Sports Management, Sports Science, Sports Media
- Qualifications and experience required
10.30 – 11.30: SPORTS COACHING/TEACHING
- Attributes of a good coach/teacher
- Work experience home and abroad available
- Practical task
11.30 – 11.45: BREAK
11.45 – 12.45: SPORTS MEDIA
- Roles in the sports media
- Keep in the editors good books
- Final whistle match report
12.45 – 1.00pm: QUESTION & ANSWER
- An opportunity to ask the course leader your questions
1.00 – 2.00: LUNCH AND INFORMAL DISCUSSION
2.00 – 2.50: SPORTS SCIENCE
- Physiotherapy, Sports Psychology, Strength and Conditioning, Performance Lifestyle
- Sports Science tasks
2.50 – 3.00: BREAK
3.00 – 3.30: CHOOSING THE RIGHT QUALIFICATIONS
- Choosing the right qualifications/degree for you
- Planning and implementing an effective strategy to achieve your desired career
- Applying for University – application form and interviews
Optional Extras
- 2012 Olympic Athlete keynote speech
- Question and Answer session with a sports physiotherapist
- What are the Universities looking for? Head of Admissions, Local University
BOOKING or MORE INFORMATION
To discuss designing a bespoke workshop/presentation for your school/college please email harvey@careers-in-sport.co.uk with your contact details and he will contact you.