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Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Chesterfield

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Chesterfield. Classes run at Chesterfield FC Community Trust, SMH Group Stadium, full-time over one year. The course is free if you are 16 to 18 years old. Learners aged 19 or over may be eligible for funding if they hold an Education, Health and Care Plan.

This sport and exercise science qualification covers coaching principles, anatomy and physiology, sports psychology, fitness testing, and physical activity leadership. You will develop practical coaching skills alongside the underpinning theory. The course also earns UCAS points, which can count toward university entry.

You will finish with an NCFE Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity.

Who this course is for

The NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity (Sports Coaching) is intended for learners aged 16 and over and provides the knowledge, skills and understanding required within the sport and physical activity sector. It will also allow learners to gain transferable skills that can be applied to the workplace or further study.

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, where possible, including English Language and Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll explore anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll study sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll develop practical coaching and leadership skills in sport and physical activity settings.
  • You'll learn how to plan, deliver, and evaluate coaching sessions.
  • You'll investigate fitness testing methods and how to analyse results.
  • You'll examine career and progression routes within the sport and physical activity sector.
  • You'll build transferable skills applicable to employment, apprenticeships, or further study.

How you will learn

The course blends face-to-face classroom sessions with online study. You will be assessed through a combination of coursework assignments, practical observations, and portfolio evidence. Assessment is ongoing throughout the year rather than through a single end exam. Practical sessions give you the chance to apply coaching and fitness skills in real settings.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit is likely to be required for practical sessions. Chesterfield FC Community Trust, SMH Group Stadium will confirm exactly what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for clubs or community groups.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes or supports gym members.
  • Community sports development officer, promotes physical activity in local communities.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of sports clubs or leisure facilities.
  • Personal trainer, requires additional fitness industry registration alongside this Diploma.

What you could study next

  • NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity, an additional year of study that strengthens your UCAS points for university entry.
  • Foundation Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching (Level 5 or Level 6), the typical route into graduate-level coaching or sports science roles.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Coaching, for those wanting to specialise further in a specific sport or coaching context.
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