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Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Skelmersdale

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 Skelmersdale. Classes run at Greenhill Community Hub, full-time during the day.

The course is free for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. You'll study the science behind sport and physical activity, covering anatomy and physiology, coaching principles, fitness testing, and sports psychology. The course takes one year full-time and includes a blend of classroom and online learning. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths, to join.

You'll finish with an NCFE Level 3 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 the principles of sports coaching and how to apply them in practice.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver physical activity sessions.
  • You'll investigate fitness testing methods and how to analyse results.
  • You'll examine sports psychology and its role in performance.
  • You'll develop an understanding of health, wellbeing, and physical activity promotion.
  • You'll gain transferable skills relevant to employment, apprenticeships, or further study.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a blend of classroom sessions and online study. Assessment includes assignments, practical tasks, and coursework completed throughout the year. There are no formal written exams. Your progress is assessed continuously against the qualification criteria set by NCFE.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit may be required depending on the activities you take part in. Greenhill Community Hub will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for clubs or schools.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise classes or gym-floor sessions.
  • Community sports development officer, promotes physical activity in local communities.
  • Personal trainer, works with individual clients on fitness goals, though additional certification is usually needed.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of a sports club or organisation.
  • Physical activity coordinator, organises activity programmes for health or leisure providers.

What you could study next

  • NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity, an extra year of study that opens a route to university and earns additional UCAS points.
  • Higher National Certificate (Level 4) in Sport, a step into higher education for those not going straight to a degree.
  • Bachelor's degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching (Level 6), for those aiming at graduate-level roles in coaching, performance analysis, or sport development.
  • Sports coaching apprenticeship, combining work and study after completing this Diploma.
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