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Study Course Description

State Examination in 1st Qualification

Main Study Course Information

Course Code
LSPA_432
Branch of Science
Health sciences; Sport Pedagogy
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Business Management; Pedagogy; Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 6
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time

Study Course Implementer

Course Supervisor
Structure Unit Manager
Structural Unit
Latvian Academy of Sport Education (LASE)
Contacts

LSPA, Brīvības gatve 333, Riga, LV-1006

About Study Course

Objective

To comprehensively and differentially assess the student's professional competence in the qualification, creating prerequisites for obtaining a professional bachelor's degree in sports science and a professional qualification.

Preliminary Knowledge

Successful completion of all mandatory qualification elective courses, successful completion of study courses Placement I, II and III

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

1.Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology, explaining the structure and functions of the human body, as well as their impact on physical activity and sports load, linking this to the chosen qualification.

Individual work and tests

Integrated theoretical state exam

2.Understands the psychological aspects of sports, addressing motivation, stress management, team dynamics, and individual development in the sports context.

Individual work and tests

Integrated theoretical state exam

Skills

1.Applies knowledge in the field of school sports by analyzing pedagogical approaches, teaching methods, and the organization of sports activities in schools, utilizing cross-curricular skills, while considering the development of children and adolescents.

Individual work and tests

Integrated theoretical state exam

2.Performs theoretical analysis and evaluates the sports sector using scientific methods to develop effective solutions for the training process and sports organization management

Individual work and tests

Integrated theoretical state exam

3.Demonstrates the ability to understand and apply the fundamentals of statistics in analyzing sports performance and health indicators, as well as evaluating research results and conclusions in both qualitative and quantitative studies.

Individual work and tests

Integrated theoretical state exam

Competences

1.Demonstrates professional competence in qualification by applying comprehensive and differentiated knowledge and skills in practice

Individual work and tests

Practical state exam

2.Plans, organizes, and conducts sports activities in accordance with the fundamental principles of sports science and pedagogy

Individual work and tests

Practical state exam

3.Capable of effectively conducting sports and health education lessons in schools, adhering to educational standards and health-promoting principles.

Individual work and tests

Practical state exam

4.Develops and presents a sports organization project, demonstrating an understanding of sports management principles and innovative approaches.

Individual work and tests

Practical state exam

5.Analyzes and reflects on their professional practice, identifying opportunities for improvement and developing critical thinking skills.

Individual work and tests

Practical state exam

6.Adheres to ethical and legal standards in the sports sector, applying appropriate solutions in professional contexts.

Individual work and tests

Practical state exam

Assessment

Examination

Title
% from total grade
Grade
1.

Practical state exam

50.00% from total grade
10 points

The content of the national practical examination varies across qualifications:

  • Senior Coach in a specific sport – a state-approved training session based on a pre-approved topic.
  • Sports and Health Teacher – a sports lesson conducted in a randomly assigned school and class group.
  • Sports Business Manager – a sports enterprise development project.
  • Recreation Specialist – the organization of a recreational event.

The content of the national practical examination for each qualification is regulated by the Methodological Guidelines and Assessment Criteria for the National Practical Examination within the bachelor's level program Sports Science.

2.

Integrated theoretical state exam

50.00% from total grade
10 points

The integrated theoretical examination is taken in each qualification after the successful completion of the practical examination. The content of the integrated examination is regulated by the methodological tool of the professional bachelor's degree program, Content and Assessment of the Integrated Examination.

Study Course Theme Plan

FULL-TIME
Part 1
  1. Test

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Practical state examination
  1. Test

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Integrated theoretical state exam
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
National degree examination
PART-TIME
Part 1
  1. Test

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Practical state examination
  1. Test

Modality
Location
Contact hours
On site
Study room
2

Topics

Integrated theoretical state exam
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
National degree examination

Bibliography

Required Reading

1.

Metodiskie norādījumi un vērtēšana praktiskajam pārbaudījumam kvalifikācijā

2.

Integrētā pārbauudījuma saturs un vērtēšana