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Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Coventry

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 Coventry. Classes run at Cardinal Wiseman 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 instruction, anatomy and physiology, and sports psychology. Entry requires five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English, maths and science. No previous sports qualification is needed.

You'll finish with a Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity, equivalent to one A Level.

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

5 GCSEs at 9-4 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 deliver physical activity sessions.
  • You'll develop knowledge of sports psychology and how it affects performance.
  • You'll examine health, fitness, and the factors that influence physical activity.
  • You'll understand how the sports industry is organised and the career opportunities within it.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and coursework assignments. Assessment is a mix of internally marked units and externally assessed components set by OCR. You'll build a portfolio of work alongside sitting assessed tasks throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cardinal Wiseman 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 group exercise classes or one-to-one gym sessions.
  • Community sports development officer, promotes physical activity in local communities.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of clubs, events, or leisure facilities.
  • Personal trainer, designs fitness programmes for individual clients.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports the day-to-day operation of a leisure facility.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification covering more units and strengthening a university application.
  • Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching or Sport Science, a two-year higher education route.
  • Level 3 Sports Coaching Apprenticeship, earn while you train in a workplace setting.
  • BTEC Higher National Certificate in Sport, a Level 4 route into sports management or coaching careers.
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