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What is CPPD?
- Certificate in Personal and Professional Development
- University Level Certification
- Academic and professional advancement through short courses over a wide range of modules delivered by the School of Sports Studies
- Constantly new and improved courses to meet the ever changing demands within the sporting environment
Who is it aimed at?
- Courses are aimed at anyone from 16+ years of age. There is no upper age limit
- Courses are open to all adults regardless of prior qualifications or experience
- Anyone who wants to develop their knowledge and understanding of up to date best practice in sport
- Course places are also available to current University of Ulster students.
What are the Benefits?
- Progression at your own pace through short courses to attain your Certificate for Personal and Professional Development (CPPD)
- University of Ulster certification for all completed modules
- Academic and professional advancement through short courses over a wide range of modules delivered by the School of Sports Studies
- All courses recognised at levels 3 or 4 on the National Qualifications and Credit Framework
- Opportunity to benefit from Higher Education
- Gain the skills and competencies that employers require
- Access to the University of Ulster Resource Centre
Courses
- All courses are designed and delivered by the University of Ulster’s, School of Sport Studies, based on the Jordanstown Campus.
- All courses involve contact hours with expert tutors and also an element of self directed learning.
- Weekend courses will normally run Saturday 10-5pm & Sunday 12-5pm.
- Pleased note the majority of courses will only run on the request of external organisations.
They include:-
Sport Psychology for Coaches:
Course Dates:
Module Code PPD111
This course runs over four days. Through a combination of lectures and practical's, the course uses both sport and mainstream psychology to increase the understanding of human behaviour in a sport setting. Examining the contribution of the mental aspect in sport including motivation, anxiety and stress, attention and concentration, mental imagery and working with teams.Credit Points: 10 Cost: Venue:
Developing Children's Basic Sport Skills:
Course Dates:
Module Code PPD109
Focuses on the teaching and coaching of children’s fundamental movement patterns, core athletic skills and how these impact upon performance in a range of sporting activities. Students will learn the role of the coach/teacher in this development whilst learning how to help children progress.Credit Points: 10 Cost:Venue:
Good Practice in Children’s Sport:
Course Dates:
Module Code PPD114
Provides a fundamental understanding of good practice in the management and organisation of children’s sport. The Sport NI course ‘Safe Guarding Children and Young People in Sport’ will run as part of this module.Credit Points: 5 Cost:Venue:
Officiating in Athletics:
Course Dates: This course will now not be running within the University's PPD programme. If you'd like more information on Officiating in Athletics courses please contact Davy Reid
Sports Event Management:
Course Dates:
Module Code PPD113
The events industry has the potential to attract very large audiences and interest from across the community. This module introduces students to the discipline, examines the nature and scope of events, revises the business of planning and provides practical training in conjunction with a major local sporting event.Credit Points: 10 Cost:Venue:
Sports Coaching:
Course Dates:
Module Code PPD112
Students engage in specific activities to improve their coaching abilities. The module examines techniques, tactics and skills whilst relating theoretical knowledge to practical situations.Credit Points: 5 Cost: Venue:
Sports Leadership:
Course Dates:
Module Code PPD110
Individuals seeking to work in a community setting will develop the skills and competencies needed to lead sport and physical activity. The course will enhance the ability to lead sport specific activities and the planning and implementation of events, contributing to the social and physical development of people of all ages.Credit Points: 10 Cost: Venue:
Introduction to Strength and Conditioning for Coaches:
Course Dates:
Module Code PPD007
The practical nature of strength and conditioning with its supporting scientific theory provide an exciting and varied area of study. The module, both theoretical and practical, provides an introduction to the knowledge, skills and abilities required by strength and conditioning coaches.Credit Points: 5 Cost: Venue:
Introduction to Applied Performance Analysis
Course Dates: Feb/March 2011 (County Donegal)
Module Code PPD128
Effective coaching and service support requires an understanding of performance analysis which can help improve all levels of performance. This course will develop an understanding of the basic performance analysis and recording systems. It will also develop a capacity to recognise and measure key performance indicators and present data in an appropriate and assessable manner.Credit Points: 10 Cost: £52.50 Venue: University of Ulster, Jordanstown Campus
Event Management for Volunteers
Course Dates: 22nd January 10am-6pm & 23th January 10am-3pm, 2011.
Module Code PPD025
This module introduces students to event management for volunteers. It will provide an awareness and fundamental understanding of the disciplines involved in event management, including the importance of good practice. Learning will be enhanced through a combination of lectures, practical sessions and self learning.The University of Ulster and Volunteer Now are working in conjunction to develop Northern Ireland’s Volunteers in preparation for London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games and the 2013 World Police and Fire Games, being hosted in Belfast.
To gain your accreditation full course attendance is compulsory and all participants must complete a 15hr logbook detailing their volunteer involvement.
Credit Points: 5 (Level 3) Cost: £26.25 Venue: University of Ulster, Jordanstown
Integration and Good Relations through Sport and Physical Activity
Course Dates:
Module Code PPD044
This course will focus on the student gaining an understanding of how sport can act as a medium to improve integration and establish positive relations. The aim of the module is to develop knowledge and understanding of issues that prevent integration and inclusion in sport and physical activity. The content shall focus on culture and attitudes, equality and diversity, conflict identification and resolution, sports leadership, coaching skills, communication skills.Credit Points: 5 (Level 3) Cost: Venue:
Modules are being added to all the time and can be specifically designed to suit any sport or Governing Bodies requirements.
Other areas of study within the University of Ulster’s PPD framework include:– Computing and Engineering; Arts; Social Sciences; Business and Management; Art, Design and the Built Environment. For further information contact the Lifelong Learning Department
Price
This will vary depending on the course and venue. For prices please contact Chris Galway
How to Enrol
There are currently 2 parts to this process for applicants.
Initially you must go to the online application form Here and choose the application form with the programme CPPD UG Modules (L&HS) PT and in the course choice list the module name and code (for example, PPD025 Event Management for Volunteers).
Full instructions on how to complete the forms can be found Here
On submission of the application students will be contacted to tell them if they have been accepted, and then given instructions for online enrolment. It is during online enrolment that the fee must be paid by the student.
After enrolment students will be contacted five days prior to the course commencing to confirm arrangements.
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