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SPX215: Introduction to Physical Activity Referral Schemes

Module Title	Introduction to Physical Activity Referral Schemes
Module Code	SPX215
Module Tutor	Diane Crone
School	Sport and Exercise
CAT Points	15
Level of Study	5
Pre-requisites	None
Co-requisites	None
Restrictions	None
Brief Description	Physical Activity Referral Schemes (PARS) are the most prevalent physical activity intervention in primary care, with over 800 schemes in operation in the UK. Such schemes operate within a National Quality Assurance Framework. Through this module students will experience a physical activity referral scheme housed within the Faculty. Students will develop awareness of how the scheme is developed, managed and delivered from a client and quality assurance perspective. Students will work with clients on the University of Gloucestershire's physical activity referral scheme at Oxstalls campus under the supervision of exercise professionals on the Register of Exercise Professionals.
Indicative Syllabus	Development of PARS in the UK National Quality Assurance Framework (NQAF) Best practice in PARS Patient experiences in PARS Design, management and delivery of PARS Scheme factors influencing attendance at, and completion of, PARS PARS Referral categories and minimising risk
Learning Outcomes	i. Knowledge and understanding On successful completion of the module the student should be able to: a) Describe the development of PARS in the UK b) Appreciate the importance of the NQAF c) Identify areas of best practice within the UK PARS context d) Empathise with the challenges and opportunities for the client e) Establish key scheme factors likely to influence attendance at PARS ii. Skills The learning activities associated with this module are intended to develop the following: Transferable skills: a) Communication & literacy b) Working with others Subject specific skills: a) Exercise risk assessment and minimisation
Learning and Teaching Activities	Staff/student contact: 20% (lectures, practical work in fitness suite) Student private study: 80%
Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide)	001: 50% Practical Assessment: In-class: Group presentation (1500 word equivalent) 002: 50% Coursework: Portfolio (1500 words)
Special Assessment Requirements	None
Indicative Resources	The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide.

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