The Certificate Course in Sports Anthropometry (CCSA) is a short-term professional programme that focuses on the scientific measurement and analysis of human body composition, structure, and physical characteristics related to athletic performance. The course aims to train students and sports professionals in the techniques and applications of anthropometric assessment for talent identification, performance enhancement, and health evaluation in sports and fitness settings.
The programme covers subjects such as human anatomy and physiology, principles of anthropometry, body composition analysis, somatotyping, growth and development, nutrition assessment, and data interpretation. Students gain hands-on experience through practical sessions involving body measurements, skinfold assessment, and the use of anthropometric instruments under expert guidance.
Career opportunities for graduates of the Certificate Course in Sports Anthropometry include roles as sports anthropometrists, fitness assessors, performance analysts, sports scientists, and physical trainers in sports academies, fitness centres, research institutions, and healthcare organizations. The course equips learners with the scientific and technical skills to assess and optimize athletes’ physical potential, contributing to evidence-based training and performance management in sports science.
