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Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Birmingham for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Grace Academy Solihull

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Grace Academy Solihull, full-time over two years.

The course covers the science and practice of the course. You'll study topics including anatomy and physiology, coaching principles, fitness testing, and sports psychology. Entry requires four or five GCSEs at grade 4 or above.

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

Who this course is for

This course is suitable for anyone with an interest in the criminal justice system, those aiming for a career in areas such as social work, probation, the police, or if you're planning to study criminology, law, psychology or sociology at university. It will give you an opportunity to apply theoretical learning to real life problems and develop a set of transferable skills including research, analytical thinking and communication that are essential for university study and most careers. The course is generally taken alongside courses such as A levels or Level 3 work related subjects.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's at grade 4 (C) or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll learn coaching principles and how to plan and deliver sessions.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll carry out fitness testing and interpret the results.
  • You'll develop knowledge of health, fitness, and physical activity promotion.
  • You'll build research and analytical skills relevant to sport and further study.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and coursework assignments. Assessment is through a mix of internally assessed units and externally assessed components set by OCR. You'll complete assignments, practical tasks, and written exams across the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Grace Academy Solihull 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 personal training sessions.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport within communities.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports activities and operations at a leisure facility.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education lessons in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification covering more units and suited to those aiming for university entry.
  • Foundation Degree in Sport or Sports Science, a higher-level route into sports coaching or sports science careers.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Coaching, for those wanting to specialise further in a particular sport or coaching context.
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