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Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Leeds – Yorkshire Cricket College, Headingley

CostFREE
Duration2 years
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 Leeds. Classes run at Yorkshire Cricket College, Headingley, full-time over two years. The course is free for learners aged 16 to 18 years old who meet the eligibility criteria.

You'll study the knowledge and skills needed in the sport and physical activity sector. Units cover sports coaching, anatomy and physiology, fitness testing, and sports psychology. You'll also develop transferable skills for employment, an apprenticeship, or higher education. Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths, are recommended to join.

You'll finish with an NCFE Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity at Level 3.

Who this course is for

The NCFE Level 3 Extended 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 and support learners interested in progressing to higher education.

Entry requirements

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

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of sports coaching principles and practice.
  • You'll study anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver physical activity sessions.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and its application to performance.
  • You'll carry out fitness testing and interpret the results.
  • You'll build transferable skills for work or further study in sport and fitness.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based with a blend of face-to-face and online learning. You'll be assessed through coursework, practical tasks, and assignments throughout the two years. There are no formal written exams for the Extended Diploma units. Assessment is ongoing, so your work builds up over the course rather than being tested at the end.

What you will need to bring

Yorkshire Cricket College, Headingley 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 group exercise classes or gym floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs individual training programmes for clients. A Level 3 Personal Training qualification is also required by most employers.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes physical activity in local communities.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of a sports club or organisation.
  • Teaching assistant (PE), supports physical education in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching (Level 6), for those aiming at graduate roles or teaching.
  • A foundation degree or HND in Sport (Level 5), a shorter higher education route into sports development or coaching.
  • A Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, required by most employers hiring personal trainers.
  • A sports coaching or fitness apprenticeship, combining work and further study at Level 3 or above.
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