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Level 1 Sport Course in Doncaster

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

Level 1 Sport Course in Doncaster. Classes run at Doncaster College, full-time during the day. It may be free if you are 16 to 18 years old. If you are 19 or over, fees may apply depending on your prior qualifications and circumstances.

The course covers practical sport and theory across a range of subjects. You will take part in weekly gym sessions and play sports including football, volleyball, basketball, badminton, and cricket. It runs over one year and builds your skills for work in sports coaching, fitness, and teaching.

You will finish with an NCFE Certificate in Sport at Level 1.

Who this course is for

This course offers you a range of practical and theory based learning designed to improve your skills in a range of sport related subjects. The course will help to improve your employability within sporting areas such as sports coaching, fitness and teaching. You will participate in weekly fitness sessions in the onsite gym as well as weekly practical sports sessions where you will play range of sports such as football, volleyball, basketball, badminton and cricket. On successful complet

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills across a range of sports including football, volleyball, basketball, badminton, and cricket.
  • You'll build knowledge of sports coaching principles and techniques.
  • You'll take part in weekly fitness sessions to improve your physical conditioning.
  • You'll study the theory behind sport, fitness, and physical activity.
  • You'll explore employability skills relevant to the sport and fitness sector.
  • You'll learn how to support and lead others in sporting activities.

How you will learn

You will learn through a mix of classroom theory and practical sessions. Weekly gym sessions and sport sessions take place on site at Doncaster College. Assessment is through a combination of practical activities and theory-based work. There are no entry requirements for this course.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, works with individuals or teams to develop their skills.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise sessions in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport and physical activity.
  • Teaching assistant (PE), supports physical education in a school setting.
  • Leisure centre assistant, helps run activities and facilities for the public.
  • Community sport leader, organises sport and activity sessions locally.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 Certificate in Sport, a natural next step to deepen your sport qualification and improve your job prospects.
  • Level 2 Diploma in Sport, covers coaching and fitness in more depth.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Sport, suitable if you want to move into higher-level coaching or go on to university study in sport or physical education.
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