sporting equipment usage
The correct operation, safe usage and maintenance of sporting equipment.
Physical education vocational teachers instruct students in their specialised field of study, physical education, which is predominantly practical in nature. They provide theoretical instruction in service of the practical skills and techniques the students must subsequently master for a physical education-related profession, such as health specialist or outdoor activities organiser. They induce students in the convenient social frameworks of their field of study and teach the appropriate attitudes and values. Physical education vocational teachers monitor the students' progress, assist individually when necessary, and evaluate their knowledge and performance on the subject of physical education through assignments, tests and examinations.
Competences and skills
51 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 7 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
6 competencesassessment processes
Various evaluation techniques, theories, and tools applicable in the assessment of students, participants in a programme, and employees. Different assessment strategies such as initial, formative, summative and self- assessment are used for varying purposes.
curriculum objectives
The goals identified in curricula and defined learning outcomes.
learning difficulties
The learning disorders some students face in an academic context, especially Specific Learning Difficulties such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, and concentration deficit disorders.
sport games rules
The rules and regulations of sport games such as football, soccer, tennis, and others.
sports competition information
The information regarding latest results, competitions and events in the sporting industry.
teamwork principles
The cooperation between people characterised by a unified commitment to achieving a given goal, participating equally, maintaining open communication, facilitating effective usage of ideas etc.
Essential skills and competences 19 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
7 competencesassign homework
Provide additional exercises and assignments that the students will prepare at home, explain them in a clear way, and determine the deadline and evaluation method.
correct potentially harmful movements
Recognise when a particpant performs a movement that could cause short or long term damage to the body. Respond with verbal instructions and/or physical demonstration to ensure competence is achieved.
facilitate teamwork between students
Encourage students to cooperate with others in their learning by working in teams, for example through group activities.
instruct in sport
Provide appropriate technical and tactical instruction related to the given sport using varied and sound pedagogical approaches to meet the needs of the participants and achieve the desired objectives. This requires skills such as communication, explanation, demonstration, modelling, feedback, questioning and correction.
motivate in sports
Positively foster athletes and participants' intrinsic desire to carry out the required tasks to fulfill their goals and to push themselves beyond their current levels of skill and understanding.
personalise sports programme
Observe and evaluate individual performance and determine personal needs and motivation to tailor programmes accordingly and in conjunction with the participant
work in vocational school
Work in a vocational school that instructs students in practical courses.
Cross-sector
12 competencesadapt training to labour market
Identify developments in the labour market and recognise their relevance to the training of students.
apply intercultural teaching strategies
Ensure that the content, methods, materials and the general learning experience is inclusive for all students and takes into account the expectations and experiences of learners from diverse cultural backgrounds. Explore individual and social stereotypes and develop cross-cultural teaching strategies.
apply teaching strategies
Employ various approaches, learning styles, and channels to instruct students, such as communicating content in terms they can understand, organising talking points for clarity, and repeating arguments when necessary. Use a wide range of teaching devices and methodologies appropriate to the class content, the learners' level, goals, and priorities.
- Scope note
- This includes the use of teaching devices such as diagrams and other visual aids.
assess students
Evaluate the students' (academic) progress, achievements, course knowledge and skills through assignments, tests, and examinations. Diagnose their needs and track their progress, strengths, and weaknesses. Formulate a summative statement of the goals the student achieved.
- Scope note
- The skill applies to all educational levels such as primary, secondary, post-secondary and tertiary education.
assist students in their learning
Support and coach students in their work, give learners practical support and encouragement.
assist students with equipment
Provide assistance to students when working with (technical) equipment used in practice-based lessons and solve operational problems when necessary.
develop course outline
Research and establish an outline of the course to be taught and calculate a time frame for the instructional plan in accordance with school regulations and curriculum objectives.
give constructive feedback
Provide founded feedback through both criticism and praise in a respectful, clear, and consistent manner. Highlight achievements as well as mistakes and set up methods of formative assessment to evaluate work.
guarantee students' safety
Ensure all students falling under an instructor or other person’s supervision are safe and accounted for. Follow safety precautions in the learning situation.
maintain students' discipline
Make sure students follow the rules and code of behaviour established in the school and take the appropriate measures in case of violation or misbehaviour.
manage student relationships
Manage the relations between students and between student and teacher. Act as a just authority and create an environment of trust and stability.
prepare lesson content
Prepare content to be taught in class in accordance with curriculum objectives by drafting exercises, researching up-to-date examples etc.
Optional knowledge 10 competences
Occupation specific
1 competencebadminton
The techniques, theory, and rules of badminton. The performance of a serve, forehand and backhand grips or jumping skills are some of these sport techniques. Knowledge of the basic equipment needed to play badminton such as the racket and the shuttlecock or birdie used as projectile.
Sector-specific
4 competencesbiomechanics of sport performance
The biomechanical aspects of sport practice, typical movements, and terminology of technical movements.
features of sporting equipment
Types of sporting, fitness and recreational equipment and sporting supplies and their characteristics.
instructional strategies
The techniques that instructors use to deliver lessons. The aim of these strategies is to make students become more involved in the learning process.
sporting events
Possess an understanding of different sporting events and conditions that can affect a result.
Cross-sector
5 competencesdisability types
The nature and types of disabilities affecting the human beings such as physical, cognitive, mental, sensory, emotional or developmental and the specific needs and access requirements of disabled people.
human anatomy
The dynamic relationship of human structure and function and the muscosceletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, reproductive, integumentary and nervous systems; normal and altered anatomy and physiology throughout the human lifespan.
sport and exercise medicine
Prevention and treatement of injuries or conditions resulted from a physical activity or sport.
sport history
The background history of players and athletes and the history of sport events and games.
sports nutrition
Nutritional information such as vitamins and energy pills related to a specific sporting activity.
Optional skills and competences 15 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
11 competencesapply latest sport science findings
Identify and apply the latest findings of sport science in the area.
apply risk management in sports
Manage the environment and athletes or participants to minimise their chances of suffering any harm. This includes checking appropriateness of venue and equipment and gathering relevant sport and health history from athletes or participants. It also includes ensuring appropriate insurance cover is in place at all times
assess performance in sport events
Assess performance following sport events and competitions, identify strengths and weaknesses, provide feedback to the coaching and supporting team, and make suggestions or adjustments to improve future performance.
develop competitive strategies in sport
Create adequate competitive strategies to maximise chances of success in sport.
follow trends in sporting equipment
Follow material developments and trends within a specific sport. Keep up-to-date about athletes, gear and equipment manufacturers.
identify talent
Identify talents and involve them in a particular sport.
manage resources for educational purposes
Identify the necessary resources needed for learning purposes, such as materials in class or arranged transportation for a field trip. Apply for the corresponding budget and follow up on the orders.
promote balance between rest and activity
Provide information about the role of rest and regeneration in the development of sport performance. Foster rest and regeneration by providing appropriate ratios of training, competition and rest.
support athletes with the maintenance of their condition
Instruct and support athletes within the context of their general and sport-specific condition and fitness.
support sport activities in education
Support sport and physical activity in an education context. Analyse the educational community in which the sport organisation will be working, establish effective working relationships with key stakeholders in that community and enable the educational community, through professional advice and expertise, to establish and sustain opportunities for participation and progression for children and young people.
work with different target groups
Work with a variety of target groups based on age, gender and disability.
Cross-sector
4 competencesmonitor children's physical development
Recognise and describe the development of children, observing the following criteria: weight, length, and head size, nutritional requirements, renal function, hormonal influences on development, response to stress, and infection.
perform classroom management
Maintain discipline and engage students during instruction.
provide lesson materials
Ensure that the necessary materials for teaching a class, such as visual aids, are prepared, up-to-date, and present in the instruction space.
work with virtual learning environments
Incorporate the use of online learning environments and platforms into the process of instruction.
digital