Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Bedford. Classes run at Bedford College, full-time during the day. This one-year course covers the knowledge and skills behind sport, exercise science, and physical activity promotion. You'll explore anatomy and physiology, coaching principles, and how to support people to be more active. The course suits those looking to move into sport, fitness, or health-related work, or to progress to higher-level study.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
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 how to promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles.
You'll develop knowledge of sports psychology and its role in performance.
You'll understand nutrition and its impact on sport and physical activity.
You'll examine health and safety responsibilities in sport and fitness settings.
You'll build practical skills through sport and physical activity classes and applied tasks.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Bedford College, combining theory with practical activities. Assessment is likely to include assignments, projects, and practical observations across the units. The centre will confirm the specific assessment methods for this course before you start. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm that the Level 3 Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bedford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach, planning and delivering activity sessions for groups or individuals
Fitness instructor, supporting clients in gym or leisure settings
Personal trainer, working one-to-one with clients on fitness goals
Community sport development officer, promoting activity in local areas
Sports development assistant, supporting clubs or local authority programmes
Leisure centre assistant, working across sport and recreation facilities
Physical activity coordinator, organising health and wellbeing programmes
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, if you want to teach sport or fitness subjects.
Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Sport, available at many colleges and universities, taking your sport and physical activity qualification to degree level.
A degree in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or Physical Education at university, building on your Level 3 sport and physical activity course.
Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, if you want to specialise in one-to-one fitness coaching.
