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Free Level 1 Sport Course in Bishop Auckland

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Sport Course in Bishop Auckland. Classes run at Bishop Auckland College, full-time during the day.

The course runs for one year. You'll learn how to coach a range of sports and how to plan and lead fitness sessions safely. You'll also get hands-on experience organising events for local primary schools. Topics cover coaching skills, fitness session planning, and sport and leisure industry knowledge.

You'll finish with an NCFE Certificate in Sport.

Who this course is for

If you are looking to improve your knowledge within the Sport & Leisure industry, then the Certificate in Sport Level 1 is the place to start.

This course can provide the skills required to give you a basic knowledge base for working in the Sports Industry. While on the course you are given the opportunity to learn how to coach a wide range of sports and / or safely prepare a fitness session within the College fitness suite.

You also get the chance to organise events for local Primary schools to come and visit the college and take part in various sports.

Entry requirements

Minimum 3 GCSE's at grades 2 - 1 (E - F) or equivalent, or entry level qualification. Alternative qualifications and experience will be considered.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to coach a range of sports.
  • You'll plan and lead safe fitness sessions in a gym environment.
  • You'll organise sporting events for primary school pupils.
  • You'll build a basic knowledge of the sport and leisure industry.
  • You'll develop practical skills for working in a sports setting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical activities at Bishop Auckland College. Assessment includes coursework, practical tasks, and observations of your coaching and fitness sessions. You'll be assessed on your ability to plan, deliver, and reflect on sport and fitness activities.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bishop Auckland College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, leads coaching sessions for community or school groups.
  • Fitness instructor, plans and delivers exercise sessions for clients.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports activities and customers at a sports facility.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport locally.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Sport, the natural next step after this qualification and broadens your coaching knowledge.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Sport, a more in-depth sport qualification that can open doors to further training.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, a route toward higher education or professional coaching roles.
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