Overview
This topic will provide students with an opportunity to undertake a formalised placement in an exercise and/or sport setting. Upon successful completion of this topic, students can apply their knowledge and skills to operate effectively and in an ethically responsible manner.
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Aims
This topic aims to:
- Apply and refine current knowledge and skills in exercise science
- Develop new skills in areas such as communication and teamwork within an Exercise Science and inter-professional framework
- Develop an awareness of workplace culture and expectations in Exercise Science
- Develop specific technical competencies within an Exercise Science framework
- Attain competency in exercise assessment, prescription and delivery and other exercise science areas
- Meet the minimum number of 140 practical hours, context and knowledge to achieve professional accreditation
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- Students who undertake activities where interaction with patients/the public is required, such as in field or clinical placements/visits and in University clinics and gyms, must demonstrate that they have a current National Police Clearance and a current National Criminal History Record Check (Child-Related Clearance) from the Department for Communities and Social Inclusion (DCSI), which is valid for the duration of the placement
- Students must have a 'Provide First Aid Certificate', and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR) prior to the commencement of any field placement