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Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Birmingham for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Sports Coaching Courses in Birmingham.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School, full-time over two years.

The course covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in the sports industry. You'll study topics such as sports coaching, fitness, anatomy and physiology, and sports psychology. It is equivalent to one A Level. You'll need four or five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English, maths and science. No previous sports qualification is required.

You'll finish with a Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity.

Who this course is for

If you enjoy sport and want to develop a career in the sports industry then this course provides an introduction to the knowledge and skills you'll need. Equivalent to 1 A level, it can prepare you for employment or an apprenticeship in the sports industry. When studied alongside other level 3 qualifications it can be used as a stepping stone to higher education.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's grades 9-4 (A*-C) including English, maths and science. You don't need to have studied a sports related qualification previously.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the principles of sports coaching and how to apply them.
  • You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to sport and exercise.
  • You'll learn how to plan and lead physical activity sessions.
  • You'll examine sports psychology and how it affects performance.
  • You'll develop knowledge of health, fitness and well-being.
  • You'll investigate the sports industry and career opportunities within it.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and coursework assignments. Assessment is through a combination of internally assessed units and externally set exams. Practical sessions give you the chance to apply your knowledge in real sporting contexts.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for individuals or teams.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise classes or gym-floor sessions.
  • Community sports development officer, promotes sport participation locally.
  • Personal trainer, works with clients on fitness goals.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of clubs or leisure facilities.
  • Physical education teaching assistant, supports PE lessons in schools.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification that strengthens your university application.
  • Sports Science degree, for those wanting to study performance or coaching at a higher level.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, a practical route into fitness instruction.
  • Sports Coaching apprenticeship, combining work and study in a coaching role.
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