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Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Nailsworth

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 Nailsworth. Classes run at Forest Green Rovers FC, full-time over two years.

The course is free for 16 to 18 year olds who meet the eligibility criteria. You'll study anatomy and physiology, sports coaching principles, fitness training, nutrition, and sports psychology. The course also covers practical coaching skills and how physical activity affects health and performance.

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 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity.

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 study anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll learn the principles of sports coaching and how to plan and deliver sessions.
  • You'll explore fitness testing and how to design training programmes.
  • You'll study sports nutrition and its role in performance.
  • You'll examine sports psychology and how the mind affects athletic performance.
  • You'll develop practical skills in coaching and physical activity leadership.
  • You'll investigate career and higher education routes in the sport and physical activity sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a blend of face-to-face classroom sessions and online study. Assessment is through coursework, practical tasks, and projects. There is no single final exam. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the two years, demonstrating both your knowledge and your practical coaching skills.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit may be required for practical sessions. Forest Green Rovers FC 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 and delivers one-to-one training programmes.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes physical activity in local communities.
  • Sports development assistant, supports participation programmes at a club or local authority.
  • Physical education teaching assistant, supports PE lessons in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science, Exercise Science, or Sports Coaching (Level 6), the most direct next step for those wanting to specialise further.
  • A foundation degree or HND in Sport (Level 5), a shorter higher education route into coaching or sport development roles.
  • A sports coaching or fitness apprenticeship, combining work and further study at Level 3 or above.
  • A PGCE or School Direct route into PE teaching, which requires a degree first.
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