Sport and Fitness

Unlock your potential in the sports, exercise, or leisure industry with our HNC Sports Coaching and Development course. Tailored for sports and fitness enthusiasts, this one-year program equips you with the knowledge and skills to confidently develop participant talent across a range of sports.

• genuine interest in sport and fitness
• two Graded Highers (A-C) OR a pass in a relevant NC course at SCQF Level 6
• interview with us
• membership in the PVG scheme  – the College will arrange this.

If you have no formal qualifications, but life experience, we'll consider you.

Experience a dynamic blend of practical and theoretical learning:

• sports development: investigate building sustainable sport projects within communities
• human anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics in sport: gain essential understanding of how the body functions and performs, along with how it can be trained
• developing professional practice: tailor your coaching role for the best participant experience
• sports coaching practitioner: develop a broad understanding of being a sports coach

 Upon successful completion, explore various paths, including:

• progress to HND Year 2 Sports Coaching and Development

• you may have the opportunity to pursue these career options: Active Schools Coordinator, Sport Development Officer, Sports Coach, Sport/Health Promotion Roles, or Primary/Secondary Teaching (following progression to degree and postgraduate study)

• gain hands-on, industry-led experience through weekly placements with community partners
• coaching skills in real-life sporting environments, developing young athletes
• learn success tips from industry experts at Kilmarnock FC, Nil by Mouth, and Colours of our Scarves