Holistic Athlete Development 2 (5cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Schedule

Spring

Implementation methods, demonstration and Work&Study

CONTACT / CONTACT BLENDED

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

You can complete the course unit by demonstrating or by Work&Study even if the course unit doesn't have DEMO or WORKSTUDY implementations. More information about recognition of learning at Haaga-Helia's website: https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/career-planning/recognition-learning

Intro

Do you want to master the non-training factors that unlock an athlete's full potential? In this essential course, you will gain deep knowledge of the elements that support holistic athlete development and peak sporting performance. You will learn the underpinning science of sport nutrition, recovery, and monitoring principles. This course equips you to demonstrate the application of this scientific theory directly to the coaching process, ensuring your athletes can achieve sustained success and increased performance.

Materials

Recommended reading:
Hausswirth, C., Mujika, I., & Institut National du Sport, de l'Expertise et de la Performance INSEP (Eds.). (2018). Recovery for Performance in Sport. Human Kinetics.
McGuigan, M. (2017). Monitoring Training and Performance in Athletes. Human Kinetics.
French, D. N., & Torres Ronda, L. (Eds.). (2022). NSCA’s Essentials of Sport Science. Human Kinetics.
Jeukendrup, A., & Gleeson, M. (2019). Sport Nutrition (3rd ed.). Human Kinetics.
Kellmann, M., & Beckmann, J. (Eds.). (2018). Sport, Recovery, and Performance: Interdisciplinary Insights. Routledge.
Kellmann, M., & Beckmann, J. (Eds.). (2022). Recovery and Well-being in Sport and Exercise. Routledge.

Teaching methods and instruction

The studies are conducted through face-to-face teaching. In Moodle, there are mandatory assignments that must be completed successfully with a sufficient number of points, and supplementary assignments that can improve one's assessment. Completing the assignments requires familiarization with the learning materials and literature relevant to one's field. Through various assignments, students are expected to plan and execute a comprehensive coaching process for two athletes, applying the theoretical concepts studied. The teacher guides the progress of the assignments during face-to-face classes and using the assessment criteria and evaluation matrix available on Moodle.

Working life connections

The student applies the theory they have learned in their coaching environment.

Exam dates and re-exam possibilities

No exam

Internationality

Teaching language English. The class includes international students.

Completion alternatives

You can negotiate optional learning methods separately with the teachers.

Learning assignments

Work-life-oriented task on nutrition or recovery.
Task on reflecting on one's coaching practice.

Assessment methods

Teacher assessment, self-assessment, and peer assessment.