Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Placement
Course Code
LSPA_550
Branch of Science
Health sciences; Sport Pedagogy
ECTS
24.00
Target Audience
Sports Trainer
LQF
Level 5
Study Type And Form
Full-Time; Part-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Inese Ļubinska
Structure Unit Manager
Diāna Laipniece
Structural Unit
Latvian Academy of Sport Education (LASE)
Contacts
Riga, Cigoriņu street 3, suuk@rsu.lv, +371 67611559
About Study Course
Objective
Applying the knowledge and skills learned during theoretical courses and practical lessons in practical work in strengthening and promoting health, improving physical fitness, interacting with visitors to fitness clubs (institutions).
Preliminary Knowledge
All courses previously taught in the study programme.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.On completion of the study course the student acquires basic knowledge and is able to: • describe the content of the classes and the training process in accordance with the set objective; • draw up training programmes and lesson plans for people of all ages and backgrounds; • evaluate the effectiveness and results of the classes; • explain and give instructions and recommendations on various physical exercises; • assess the level of physical fitness of the client; • apply necessary professional habits in communication with clients.
Skills
1.As a result of the placement completion the student will be able to: • apply appropriate training methods to clients of different ages and backgrounds; • choose appropriate physical exercises according to the goal set; • perform various physical fitness tests; • present various types of fitness classes by independently planning classes and curriculum development; • use appropriate skills in communication with clients.
Competences
1.During the study programme acquisition students will develop competencies and will be able to: develop recommendations for physical activity and an exercises plan for clients of different ages, depending on their state of health, physical fitness and goals, using the knowledge gained. Explain and argue to clients about the need for physical exercise and its role in today's society.
Assessment
Individual work
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Grade
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Individual work |
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Prepare presentations about the place of the placement. Noting the course, benefits and minuses of the placement. Prepare a specific abridged specialisation lesson in semester 5 and present it to. Perform the independent work assignments assigned by the placement supervisor.
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Examination
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Examination |
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Assesses the student's ability to present the internship, the location of the internship and the experience gained during the internship. The prepared placement feedback documents, video files on the conduct of the spring placement. Autumn practice - assess the student's ability to conduct a specialisation lesson for 20 minutes, according to the specific nature of the lesson, using correct terminology and exercise equipment. Preparation of a specific situational assignment, stating the goal that the client wants to achieve by going to a fitness club, preparation and presentation of an exercise programme for a month and for the long term. Preparation of practice reference documents, video files on conducting practice sessions during the autumn practice.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Placement places, their specifics. Contract terms with new placement places.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Information on the purpose, content and requirements of the internship in the spring semester.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Students' presentation about their internship place, advantages and disadvantages of the placement.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Information about internships, entry requirements in the autumn semester.
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Placement
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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1
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Topics
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Presentation of practical lessons, guided by a suggested type of lesson with a task, situational exercises.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
4.00
Contact hours:
8 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 2
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 3
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
8.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Part 4
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
9.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Defence (Placement)
PART-TIME
Part 3
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Placement places, their specifics. Contract terms with new placement places.
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-
Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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2
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Topics
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Information on the purpose, content and requirements of the internship in the spring semester.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study trip
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2
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Topics
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Students' presentation about their internship place, advantages and disadvantages of the placement.
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Class/Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study trip
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2
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Topics
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Information about internships, entry requirements in the autumn semester.
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Placement
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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On site
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Study room
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1
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Topics
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Presentation of practical lessons, guided by a suggested type of lesson with a task, situational exercises.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
7.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Defence (Placement)
Part 2
Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
9.00
Contact hours:
0 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Test (Semester)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Walton-Fisette, Jennifer L. 2021. Foundations of physical education, exercise science, and sport. NY: McGraw-Hill Education.
2.
Yoke, Mary M. 2020. Methods of group exercise instruction. Champaign, Illinois : Human Kinetics
3.
Bompa, Tuodor O. 2019. Periodization: therory and methodology of training. Champing, IL: Human Kinentics
4.
Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee Scientific Report. 2018. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
5.
Dzenis A., u.c. 2022. Trenera rokasgrāmata. Rīga, Jumava.
6.
Līcis R., u.c. 2022. Vispusīgās fiziskās sagatavotības trenera rokasgrāmata. LTTC.
7.
Norris, Christopher M. 2015. The complete guide to stretching. London.
Additional Reading
1.
Myers, Thomas W. 2017. Body Reading: visual assessment and the anatomy trains. Walpole, Maine: Anatomy Trains,
2.
Contreras, Bret. 2014. Bodyweight Strength Training Anatomy. Human Kinetic.
3.
Coulson, M. 2018. The Complete Guide to Personal Training. London.
4.
Bess H. Marcus, Leighann Forsyth. 2025. Motivating People to be Physically Active. Human Kinetics.
5.
Ungaro, Alycea 2019. 15-minute Pilates: four 15-minute workouts for strength, stretch, and control. New York : DK Publishing
6.
EuropeActive. EuropeActive's Essentials for Personal Trainers / EuropeActive ; Thomas Rieger, Ben Jones, Alfonso Jimenez, editors. Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2016. 1 tiešsaistes resurss (x, 310 lpp.)
7.
Gavin, James. Lifestyle Wellness Coaching / James Gavin, PhD, Madeleine Mcbrearty, PhD, Concordia University. Second edition. Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2013. 1 tiešsaistes resurss (xii, 261 lpp.)
8.
Santana, Juan Carlos. Functional Training / Juan Carlos Santana. Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2016. 1 tiešsaistes resurss (xiv, 274 lpp.)
9.
Bompa, Tudor O. Conditioning Young Athletes / Tudor O. Bompa, Michael Carrera. Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2015. 1 tiešsaistes resurss (viii, 296 lpp.)
10.
Grasis N., u.c. 2006. Trenera rokasgrāmata-2. Rīga, Lttc.
11.
Žīdens J., u.c. 2008. Bērnu un pusaudžu trenera rokasgrāmata. Rīga, Lttc.
Other Information Sources
1.
Fizisko aktivitāšu ieteikumi Latvijas iedzīvotājiem.
2.
Rekomendācijas fizisko aktivitāšu veicināšanai Latvijas iedzīvotājiem. VM, PVO, 2020.