Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Burton-on-Trent. Classes run at Burton Town Centre Campus, full-time over one year. You'll spend two days a week on sport sessions and one day on a year-long work placement in the sport and leisure industry. The placement gives you hands-on experience alongside your classroom study. You'll organise events, deliver sports coaching sessions, and carry out performance analysis using industry software. Entry requires a minimum of four GCSEs at grade C or above, or a Level 2 Functional Skills equivalent in English and maths, plus a successful interview and initial assessment.
Who this course is for
This course is designed to hone and improve the skills required for the Public Services. These include leadership and teamwork, physical fitness, outdoor and adventure expeditions, crime and its effects on society, command and control in the uniformed Public Services, planning and management of major incidents, custodial care services and land/water-based navigation.
Entry requirements
Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above (if this does not include English and maths these MUST be studied as part of the Level 3 programme) or Level 2 Functional Skills equivalent in English and maths; successful interview and initial assessment; successful completion of Level 2 programme (progressing learners).
What you will learn
You'll deliver sports coaching sessions to real participants
You'll organise and manage a sporting event
You'll carry out performance analysis using industry software including NacSport and PitcheroGPS
You'll design and implement training programmes in a gym environment
You'll develop client interaction skills through weekly sessions at Fleet Street Fitness
You'll take part in enrichment activities including Ultimate Frisbee and Wheelchair Basketball
You'll build knowledge of different careers across the sport and leisure industry
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical sport sessions, and a year-long work-based placement. Assessment includes real-life environment tasks such as coaching delivery, event organisation, and performance analysis. You'll use the campus gym at Fleet Street Fitness weekly for practical delivery and assessment. Enrichment activities, trips, and visits are also part of the programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Burton Town Centre Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach, leading coaching sessions for clubs or community groups
Leisure centre assistant, supporting activities and gym operations
Personal trainer, designing programmes and working with clients
Sports development officer, promoting participation in local sport
Community sport coordinator, running events and outreach programmes
Performance analyst, supporting teams with data and video analysis
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Coaching or a foundation degree in Sport and Exercise Science, for those wanting to move into higher-level coaching or sports science roles.
Level 3 Personal Training Qualification (such as a CIMSPA-endorsed diploma), if you want to work as a personal trainer.
A degree in Sport, Physical Education, or Leisure Management, building on your Level 3 sport and physical activity qualification for graduate-level careers.
