USING TECHNOLOGY AND PHYSICAL PREPARATION IN GAELIC SPORTS Level 3 Unit

Level 3
Further Education
Newry Campus
OCN NI

Overview

The Using Technology and Physical Preparation in Gaelic Sports Level 3 Unit will assist individuals involved in coaching, training, or playing Gaelic sports who want to enhance their knowledge and skills in utilising technology and physical preparation techniques. This course is ideal for coaches, trainers, and athletes who strive to optimise performance, improve training methods, and leverage technological advancements in Gaelic sports.

Throughout the course, participants will delve into the intersection of technology and physical preparation in Gaelic sports. They will explore how cutting-edge technologies and evidence-based physical preparation strategies can be integrated to maximise performance, minimise injuries, and enhance overall athletic development.

This unit has been set up as a single module from the OCN NI Level 3 Diploma in Performance Coaching for Gaelic Sports. This unit will enable learners to identify components of physical fitness, to compare demands of different team positions and analyse the training implications. Learners will compare the use of technology and the impact of subsequent results on training programmes.

: There are no formal entry requirements for this course. However, it is expected that learners will receive appropriate advice and guidance regarding the suitability of the qualification and the pathway through the qualification suite in order to achieve their expected outcomes.
: The course topics such as including sports technology, data analysis, strength and conditioning principles and injury prevention. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest technologies and tools used in Gaelic sports, such as wearable devices, GPS tracking systems, and video analysis software.
: Individuals will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence and practical demonstration.
: The long-term vision for the Ulster GAA is to have a number of mandatory units/modules that can be offered to volunteers. These will build into certificates in respective areas. If the volunteer over time takes a number of these they can begin to build a qualification at level 3/4 by taking these mandatory units and then by accessing further optional units that exist within the Qualifications Credit Framework.
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