OTAGO Exercise Programme Leader

OTAGO Exercise Programme Leader


Cowdenbeath- March 2017

General Information

Cost
£410 (+VAT)
Course Status
Archived
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Course Dates


Online Learning Date:
Enrolment: N/A

Four weeks prior to the first face to face training day we will send, by post, the course manuals. We will also email you an enrolment key (password) to access the training portal. A minimum of 8 to 12 hours will be required to carry out pre-course work, which include reading manuals, watching PPTs and completing online tasks. LLT tutors will monitor and support completion of these tasks. Timelines for completion will be set and must be adhered to. Please note that completion of all online tasks is mandatory and form part of the assessment requirements. Please check that you are able to meet the requirements of the blended learning approach with regard to access to suitable internet connections and software requirements. The minimum browser version that can be used is: Google Chrome (30+), Mozilla Firefox (25+), Safari 6 and Internet Explorer 9 or 10.


Training Days Date:
Day 1: Monday 6th March 2017
Day 2:Tuesday 7th March 2017

All course days will run from 8:55 am to 5.15pm and best endeavour will be made to close on time. However, with the Venue’s and Candidates’ agreement some short time over-runs may occur.


Assessment Dates

Students will sign up for, and attend one assessment day only.

Assessment Date:
Option 1:Wednesday 29th March 2017
Option 2:Thursday 30th March 2017

Venue Details

Cowdenbeath Leisure Centre
7 Pit Road
Cowdenbeath, KY4 9NN

Further Information

Please meet in the reception area where you will be directed to the training room.
There is free on-site parking available.
There are no facilities on site to purchase lunch, therefore we recommend that you bring a packed lunch. Alternatively there are a few shops close by. Refreshments will be provided at break times.

You will receive, by post, your full course resource set which must be brought on all face to face training days. The course resources will consist of a copy of the original Otago Manual that was used for the trial in New Zealand, a manual on “How To Lead the OEP” written by Later Life Training and an Assessment Manual which contains information for the assessments on Day 3/4 of the course. A set of OHPs used on the course will also be enclosed.

You will be provided with a pair of 1kg ankle weights for your use on the course. You will need to bring writing material and paper for any additional note taking and you are advised to wear warm, comfortable exercise clothing and trainers.