| Abstrakt: |
Physical and sporting activities in the natural environment have experienced a boom and have taken on a touristic, environmental, economic, and political dimension of great relevance. Previous research points to the need for the training of qualified personnel for the exercise of the related professional activity, in order to preserve the well-being, health, and safety of its practitioners and the general population. This article aims to evaluate the adequacy of the curricula of sports technician and advanced sports technician qualifications in winter, mountaineering and climbing sports to the needs of the professional activity, through the perception of key actors: technical staff and employers. A quantitative methodology has been used by means of a questionnaire designed ad hoc validated by expert judgement. The total number of valid questionnaires was 405, of which 372 were answered by technicians and 33 by employers. The results show data that become the basis for the optimisation of these degrees, seeking a better connection between education and the needs of professional activity and taking into account the agents involved. The comprehensive analysis provides information for decision-making in possible future curriculum developments. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
