Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Queen Alexandra College, full-time during the day. This course is designed for students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties, and places are funded through an Education, Health and Care Plan with Local Authority approval. The course runs for 12 months and forms part of a wider study programme that includes therapies and specialist support.
Who this course is for
Suitable for students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties
Entry requirements
High Needs Students with EHC Plan and referral through Local Authority OR apply directly to College to apply for initial assessment. This will form part of a wider study programme which will include therapies and specialist support for LLDD
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of sport and physical activity and how they apply in practice.
You'll develop knowledge of health, fitness, and the benefits of physical activity.
You'll learn how to support and motivate others in sport and activity settings.
You'll study safe practice and risk management in physical activity environments.
You'll gain an understanding of how sport organisations and leisure facilities operate.
You'll develop communication and teamwork skills relevant to sport and active leisure roles.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Queen Alexandra College, supported by specialist staff and therapies as part of your individual study programme. Assessment for the OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma is through a combination of coursework, assignments, and internally assessed units. Your progress will be reviewed as part of your wider Education, Health and Care Plan support.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Queen Alexandra College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports activity assistant. Supporting participants in community or leisure settings.
Leisure centre assistant. Helping members and maintaining a safe environment.
Fitness class assistant. Supporting instructors in group exercise sessions.
Community sport coach assistant. Working with local clubs or outreach programmes.
Recreation support worker. Assisting in sport and wellbeing programmes.
PE support assistant. Supporting physical education in a school setting.
What you could study next
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity (Level 3) - a fuller qualification that goes deeper into sport science, coaching, and leadership.
Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Sport - if you want to focus on coaching and working directly with participants.
Level 2 or Level 3 NVQ in Active Leisure and Recreation - a work-based route into the leisure industry.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Sport - for those looking to move into higher education in sport.
