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Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Broadstone

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Broadstone. Classes run at Corfe Hills School, full-time over two years.

The course covers the science and practice of sport, exercise, and physical activity. You'll study topics such as anatomy and physiology, sports psychology, coaching, fitness training, and health promotion. Entry requires a minimum of five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English, plus a keen interest in sport.

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

Who this course is for

There is potential for the qualification to prepare learners for employment in the Sports and Leisure Industry, go onto university to study sport, sport science, Physiotherapy and sport coaching and it is suitable for those who have decided that they wish to enter a particular area of work.

Entry requirements

6th Form entry: The overall entry requirements are: a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades 9-4, including a grade 9-4 in English. Subject specific entry: A keen interest in Sport

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll develop coaching skills and learn how to plan and lead sessions.
  • You'll learn about fitness training methods and how to apply them safely.
  • You'll study health promotion and the role of physical activity in wellbeing.
  • You'll analyse sport performance and use data to support improvement.
  • You'll build knowledge of the sports and leisure industry and how it operates.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and coursework assignments. Assessment is a mix of internally assessed units and externally assessed exams. Practical sessions give you hands-on experience of coaching and fitness delivery. You'll build a portfolio of evidence alongside your written work.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Corfe Hills School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for individuals or teams.
  • Personal trainer, designs fitness programmes and works one-to-one with clients.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport within communities.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports day-to-day operations at a sports facility.
  • PE technician, supports physical education in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sport Coaching, for those wanting to specialise further at university.
  • A degree in Physiotherapy, a route this qualification can help prepare you for.
  • A Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into coaching or teaching roles.
  • A CIMSPA-recognised personal training qualification, for those heading into the fitness industry.
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