The purpose of Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the UK Coaching sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The aims of the Pearson BTEC Higher National in Community Coaching for England are- To equip students with community coaching skills, knowledge and the understanding necessary to achieve high performance in the UK community coaching environment - To provide insight and understanding into the diversity of roles within Sport & Exercise Science and community coaching, recognising the importance of collaboration at all levels - To equip students with knowledge and understanding of culturally diverse organisations, cross-cultural issues, diversity and values - To provide opportunities for students to enter or progress in employment in community coaching, or progress to higher education qualifications such as an Honours degree in Sport & Exercise Science or a related area - To provide opportunities for students to develop the skills, techniques and personal attributes essential for successful working lives - To provide students with opportunities to address contemporary issues facing the industry, and society at large; with particular emphasis on sustainability and the environment, recognising the role that Sport & Exercise Science plays in addressing these issues - To provide opportunities for students to achieve a nationally-recognised professional qualification within their chosen area of specialisation - To provide opportunities for students to achieve vendor accredited certifications - To offer students the chance of career progression in their chosen field, with particular emphasis on achieving management-level positions, professional recognition and beyond - To allow flexibility of study and to meet local or specialist needs - To offer a balance between employability skills and the knowledge essential for students with entrepreneurial, employment or academic aspirations - To provide students with opportunities to engage in an industry-recognised apprenticeship scheme that aligns with their employer’s needs and their own career aspirations What could these qualifications lead to? The Level 4 Higher National Certificate provides a solid grounding, which students can build on if they decide to continue their studies. Once students have achieved the Level 4 Higher National Certificate, they can develop their careers in the respective sector by - Progression onto the Higher National Diploma Sport - Progression onto Higher National Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science - Entering employment - Continuing existing employment - Linking with the appropriate professional body - Committing to continuing professional development, or - Going to university