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Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Nottingham – Southglade Leisure Centre

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 Nottingham. Classes run at Southglade Leisure Centre, full-time over two years. The course is free for 16 to 18 year olds who meet the eligibility criteria.

This sport and exercise science qualification covers the knowledge and practical skills needed in the sport and physical activity sector. You'll explore sports coaching, anatomy and physiology, fitness training, and how to support participants of different abilities. You'll also earn UCAS points, which most universities accept for entry onto degree courses. Entry requires five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths.

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 develop knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver sports coaching sessions.
  • You'll study fitness testing methods and how to analyse results.
  • You'll explore nutrition and its role in sport and physical performance.
  • You'll learn how to support participants with different needs and abilities.
  • You'll develop skills in health and safety within sport and physical activity settings.
  • You'll investigate career and higher education opportunities in the sport sector.

How you will learn

The course is delivered through a blend of face-to-face classroom sessions and online study. You'll be assessed through a combination of coursework, practical tasks, and written assignments. Assessment is ongoing throughout the two years. The qualification carries UCAS points, graded from Pass through to Distinction Star.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit may be required. Southglade Leisure Centre will confirm what you need before you start. Bursary support is available for eligible learners who need help with costs.

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.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes participation in local sport.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of a sports club or organisation.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports daily operations at a sport or fitness facility.

What you could study next

  • Foundation Degree or HND in Sport, a Level 5 qualification for those wanting to specialise further before a full degree.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Sport Science or Physical Education (Level 6), the next step for those aiming at graduate-level roles in coaching, performance, or sport science.
  • Sports Coaching apprenticeship, a work-based route into professional coaching.
  • CIMSPA-recognised personal training qualification, needed to work as a registered personal trainer.
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