Orael Institute, London

Diploma in Sport – Athletics Academy

About The Course

Our Athletics Academy launched in 2017, partnered with the Scholastic Sports Network. Joining the academy will provide you with elite training, support, guidance, coaching and allow you to enter athletics competitions. 

Our sport diploma courses are specifically tailored to athletics and provide you with the education and skills to further develop your career opportunities and gain access to employment or higher level qualifications.

The sport diploma courses range from Level 1 to Level 3. Your initial application will be for a Level 1 sport course, however this will change when you attend an interview, depending on your predicted grades/qualifications.

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Start Date: 4 September 2023
Attendance: Full Time
Location: London
Suitable for: School Leavers
Duration: 1 Year
Level: Level 1

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

All athletes in our Athletics Academy will receive:

  • A bespoke Level 1 to Level 3 Sport Diploma course tailored to athletics
  • Free training kit, tracksuit and kit bag
  • Professional athletics coaching for 4-6 hours per week in our Enfield Centre sports facility, and the world-class Lea Valley Athletics Centre, by professional athletics coaches with international experience
  • Opportunities to compete in organised college track & field events
  • On-site medical support for injury prevention and rehabilitation
  • Free access to the college gym and fitness suite under coach supervision
  • Free fitness, strength and conditioning, exercise and nutrition programmes designed and monitored for you

In addition to the above, Elite Academy players will receive:

  • Opportunity to become a college-sponsored athlete – value of up to £2500 per year

WHAT WILL I NEED?

To be considered for the Athletics Academy, you must be:

  • Aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you start your course
  • Enrolled onto either a full-time or part-time course at Orael institute
  • Successful in a athletics academy trial

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

To be considered for the athletics academy you should attend one of our trials (more information and registration on our website). In regards to your diploma qualification, this will be assessed through a number of practical, theory and presentation activities.

WHAT WILL IT COST?

There is no cost to being part of the athletics academy. Both the sport diploma course and athletics academy are free for all 16-18 year olds.

WHAT CAN I DO AFTER?

You could progress to employment in the Sport and Active Leisure sector or progress to higher level qualifications.

APPLICATION PROCESS

WHEN SHOULD I APPLY?
We recommend you apply at least three months before the programme starts to guarantee your place. The application form will take approximately 15 to 30 minutes to complete.

WHEN WILL I HEAR BACK FROM YOU?
We’ll acknowledge receipt of your application by email within 48 hours, if it’s received during normal working hours (Mon-Fri – 09:00-18:00 GMT). We will review and respond to your application within two working days. We do this in order of receipt and acceptance is not automatic.

CAN I RESERVE A PLACE?
Yes. We can hold a provisional place for you for up to two weeks, but be aware that completed applications take priority and programmes often fill up several months in advance. You can reserve a place online, by phone or by email. Tel: +44 749 199 3874 Email: admin@oraelinstitute.com

WHAT ARE YOUR LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS?
The programme is taught in English, so a good working knowledge of the language is essential. If English is not your first language, we may ask you for evidence of your proficiency.

WHAT IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
If you have any more questions, please read our FAQs here.
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