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Free Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science Course in Walthamstow

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 Walthamstow. Classes run at Wadham Lodge Sports Ground, full-time during the day.

The course is free for learners aged 16 to 18 years old. You'll study anatomy and physiology, sports coaching principles, fitness testing, nutrition, and sports psychology. The course also covers practical coaching skills and how to plan and deliver sessions. It runs over one year 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 meet the entry requirements.

You'll 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 the principles of sports coaching and how to apply them in practice.
  • You'll learn how to plan, deliver, and evaluate coaching sessions.
  • You'll examine nutrition and its role in sport and physical performance.
  • You'll investigate sports psychology and how it affects performance.
  • You'll develop fitness testing skills and learn how to analyse results.
  • You'll explore career opportunities across 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 includes coursework, practical tasks, and assignments. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the year. Some units may involve observed coaching practice. The course starts every September.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit may be required for practical sessions. Wadham Lodge Sports Ground 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 sport participation locally.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in a school setting.
  • Leisure centre assistant, works across fitness and recreation facilities.
  • Personal trainer, needs additional PT certification alongside this Diploma.

What you could study next

  • NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity, an extra year of study that unlocks UCAS points and strengthens university applications.
  • Foundation Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, the next step toward graduate-level roles in coaching or sport development.
  • Sports Coaching Apprenticeship, a work-based route to develop coaching skills with an employer.
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