Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Barking and Dagenham. Classes run full-time during the day at Rush Green Campus. This sport and physical activity qualification covers the knowledge and practical skills needed to work in sport, fitness, and active leisure settings. The course runs for around 449 hours of study. You'll explore topics such as anatomy and physiology, coaching principles, health and wellbeing, and how to plan and deliver physical activity sessions. Contact the centre directly to find out about entry requirements and start dates.
Who this course is for
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
Entry requirements
Please contact Barking & Dagenham College for more information.
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 sport and physical activity sessions.
You'll explore principles of coaching and how to support participants of different abilities.
You'll study health, wellbeing, and the benefits of physical activity for different groups.
You'll build understanding of safeguarding and duty of care in sport settings.
You'll learn how to assess and manage risk in physical activity environments.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Rush Green Campus, combining theory with practical activity. Assessment is likely to include assignments, practical observations, and portfolio work that demonstrates your knowledge and skills across the course. Contact the centre for full details of how the course is assessed.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Rush Green Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach: plan and deliver sessions for clubs or community groups.
Fitness instructor: lead exercise classes or gym-floor sessions.
Community sport development officer: promote physical activity in local areas.
PE teaching assistant: support physical education in schools.
Leisure centre assistant: work across sport and recreation facilities.
Personal trainer: work with individuals on fitness goals (further qualification needed).
Sport and recreation officer: coordinate activities for local authorities or charities.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you want to move into teaching or coaching adults.
Level 3 Personal Training Qualification: a specialist route into one-to-one fitness work.
Foundation Degree in Sport Science or Sport Coaching: university-level study building on your Level 3 sport and physical activity qualification.
BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Sport: a higher education route available at many colleges.
