Holistic Athlete Development 1Laajuus (5 cr)

Learning objectives

After having completed this course of attained an equivalent competence level, the student:
- Is able to set up vision and relevant strategy that supports the fulfillment of the vision created for the athlete or team.
- Is able to conduct holistic athlete profiling and goal setting for individuals and/or teams
- Is able to design and construct an integrated evidence-based periodised training programme, demonstrating an appreciation of the individual, relevant sporting demands and integration of all development areas to support the personal development and performance improvement.

Implementation methods, demonstration and Work&Study

Descriptions of implementation methods can be found in Haaga-Helia's website: https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/implementation-types

Assessment criteria - grade 1

When the implementation type of the course is CONTACT, ONLINE or BLENDED it is required that the student is present during those teaching hours that are marked in the study schedule. If you are absent more than 25 %, your grade will be lowered by one. If you are absent more than 50 %, the course is failed.

The student is able to:
Construct an evidence-based annual plan including physical, psychological, technical & tactical development areas to develop athletes with following up student’s vision. To create an athlete profile and set goals.

Assessment criteria - grade 3

The student is able to:
Construct an evidence-based annual plan including physical, psychological, technical & tactical development areas to develop athletes with following up student’s vision. Select and justify the approach to profiling, goal setting and annual planning. Demonstrates an understanding of integration of all development areas in the plan.

Assessment criteria - grade 5

The student is able to:
Construct an evidence-based annual plan including physical, psychological, technical & tactical development areas to develop athletes with following up student’s vision. Select and justify the approach to profiling, goal setting and annual planning. Demonstrates an understanding of integration of all development areas in the plan with multiple research sources.