Module Details

Module Code: SPRT6015
Title: Adapted Physical Activity
Long Title: Adapted Physical Activity
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2023/24 ( September 2023 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 8130 - Sports and Recreation
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module aims to build on the students knowledge and to introduce the area of adapted physical activity. Students will gain knowledge and skills to enable them to collaborate with other professionals in the planning and delivery of physical activity sessions for individuals with adaptation needs. This module incorporates a practical element where students will gain experience working in a physical activity setting where they will apply and build on their knowledge of biological sciences, human development, social and behavioural sciences with their knowledge of health and wellbeing, disease and dysfunction to deliver quality sessions for individuals from the community. A minimum of 80% attendance in lectures and tutorials and separately in practicals is required to pass this module.
This module maps to the Standards of Proficiency for Social Care Workers from within the following domains:

• Domain1: Professional Autonomy and Accountability

• Domain 2: Communication, Collaborative Practice and Teamworking

• Domain 3: Safety & Quality

• Domain 4: Professional Development

• Domain 5: Professional Knowledge and Skills
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Identify the safety considerations relevant to the role of a social care worker for a variety of conditions in a physical activity setting. (Domains: 2.6, 3.7, 5.1, 5.4, 5.10 and 5.11)
LO2 Apply professional knowledge to deliver a safe adapted physical activity programme in collaboration with a service user and other professionals in line with the code of professional conduct for social care workers. (Domains: 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.10, 1.11, 1.12, 1.21, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.9, 2.12, 2.13, 2.14, 2.15, 3.7, 3.14, 5.1, 5.3, 5.10, 5.11, 5.12 and 5.16)
LO3 Apply relevant knowledge, theories and practices in line with the code of professional conduct and ethics for social care workers to advocate for the best service for service users as part of an interdisciplinary team. (Domains: 1.3,1.5, 1.10, 1.11, 1.12, 2.3, 2.9, 2.14, 2.15, 4.3, 5.1 and 5.15)
LO4 Critically examine their personal values and professional contribution as a social care worker to the delivery of a physical activity programme which empowers service users towards reaching their full potential. (Domains: 1.2, 1.17, 1.22, 2.12, 2.13, 5.1 and 5.13)
LO5 Critically examine their personal values and professional contribution as a social care worker to the delivery of a physical activity programme which empowers service users towards reaching their full potential. (Domains: 1.2, 1.17, 1.22, 2.12, 2.13, 5.1 and 5.13)
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Core principles of exercise delivery & its relationship with health &
Benefits or physical activity. Barriers and facilitators to activity and participation. Components of fitness, and principles of training. Safety and risk management in physical activity settings. Domains (3.7; 5.4; 5.11; 5.16)
Human motor development
Human motor development throughout the lifespan and links with social and cognitive development. Factors that affect development. Developmental motor delays. Critical analysis of interventions which aim to address developmental delays. Domains (5.4)
Implications of limitations on exercise programme design
Implications of structure and function limitations on exercise programme design and delivery (ACSM's guidelines for exercise testing and prescription). This will include knowledge of biological sciences (basic pathophysiology of certain conditions). Domains (3.7; 5.4).
Adapted Physical Activity philosophy, theory and opportunities.
Human rights approach to sport and physical activity participation. Reasons for adaptations and understanding of types of adaptations ranging from communication to equipment. Physical activity options and organisations in Ireland. Promoting and facilitating participation in sport and physical activity as part of the role of a social care professional (Domains:1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.10; 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.9, 5.3, 5.11).
Programme delivery, assessment and recording
Individualised plans, person centred practice, least restrictive environment. Working as part of an interdisciplinary team as a social care professional in a physical activity setting. Team meetings to plan and evaluate delivery and advocate for service users. Personal and professional challenges when working with service users in a physical activity setting. Recording and sharing assessment, participation and progress in physical activity settings. (Domains:1.3; 1.5; 1.6; 1.10; 1.11;1.12; 1.17; 1.21; 1.22; 2.6; 2.12; 2.13; 2.14, 2.15, 3.14; 4.3; 5.1; 5.10; 5.12; 5.13; 5.15; 5.16).
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%
Special Regulation
Students are required to achieve a mark of 40 % or greater in each assessment component to pass the module.

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Practical instruction & participation: the learner will be observed participating in a range of practical activities.
The learner will be assessed leading a group of peers or individuals with disabilities. (Domains:1.2, 1.3 1.5, 1.6, 1.10, 1.11, 1.12, 1.21, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.9, 2.12, 2.14, 2.15, 3.7, 3.14, 4.3, 5.1, 5.3, 5.4, 5.10, 5.11 5.12 and 5.16)
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 1,3,4,5
Assessment Description
Written project assignment: the learner will submit a project based on research on adapted physical activity within the social care sector (Domains: 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.10, 1.11, 1.12, 1.17, 1.22, 2.3, 2.6, 2.9, 2.12, 2.13, 2.14, 2.15, 3.7, 4.3, 5.1, 5.3, 5.4, 5.10, 5.13 and 5.15)
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 30
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 3,4,5
Assessment Description
The learner will partake in a written exam paper incorporating multiple choice and short answers (Domains:1.2, 1.3 1.5, 1.6, 1.10, 1.11, 1.12, 1.21, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.9, 2.12, 2.14, 2.15, 3.7, 3.14, 4.3, 5.1, 5.3, 5.4, 5.10, 5.11 5.12 and 5.16)
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Classroom based Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Practical in sports hall Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Library & home study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Classroom based Every Week 1.00 1
Lab Contact Practical in sports hall Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Library & home study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Winnick,J.P.. (2011), Adapted Physical Education and Sport, 5th. Human kinetics, Champaign, IL, [ISBN: 9780736089180].
  • Durstine,J.L., Moore,G.E., Painter, P., and Roberts, S.. (2009), American College of Sports Medicines Exercise management for persons with Chronic Diseases & Disabilities, 3rd. Human Kinetics, Champaign,IL, [ISBN: 9780736084666].
  • Jones,C.J & Rose,D.J. (2005), Physical Activity Instruction of Older Adults, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, [ISBN: 0736045139].
  • Lieberman, L. and Houston - Wilson, C. (2009), Strategies for Inclusion: A Handbook for Physical Educators, 2nd. Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL,, [ISBN: 9780736062473].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Sherrill, C.. (2004), Adapted Physical Activity, Recreation and Sport: Crossdisciplinary & Lifespan, 6th. McGraw-Hill, New York, [ISBN: 0697295133].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
Supplementary Article/Paper Resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_HSOCC_7 Bachelor of Arts in Social Care Work 4 Mandatory