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Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Eastleigh for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Barton Peveril College

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration37 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Eastleigh. Classes run at Barton Peveril College, full-time during the day. The course is free for 16 to 18 year olds. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply.

The course covers anatomy and physiology, sports coaching, fitness training, and the psychology of sport. You'll also study sports development and how physical activity affects health. The course runs over 37 weeks.

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

Who this course is for

The Extended Certificate vocational course was developed through exam board OCR's links with the University of Cambridge. It is aimed at people who enjoy learning in a practical, work-related way and have been designed to provide high quality, industry recognised qualifications that acknowledge skills, knowledge and understanding of the sports sector together with the settings, job roles, principles and values involved. The course accredits your ability to carry out a range of tasks and achievements in modern, practical ways that are relevant to the work place and higher education. Every week you will be coaching children from local primary schools or assisting the local community within the sports and industry sector.

Entry requirements

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What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll explore the principles of sports coaching and how to plan sessions.
  • You'll learn about fitness training methods and how to apply them.
  • You'll examine the psychology of sport and how it affects performance.
  • You'll investigate sports development and the role of physical activity in health.
  • You'll develop practical skills relevant to working in sport and fitness settings.

How you will learn

The OCR Cambridge Technical is a vocational qualification with a practical, work-related focus. You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and assignments. Assessment is through a mix of coursework and externally assessed units. Some units are assessed by OCR directly; others are assessed by the college through portfolio evidence and practical tasks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Barton Peveril College 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 groups.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise classes or gym-floor sessions.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in a school setting.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport within a community.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports operations at a gym or leisure facility.
  • Personal trainer, designs and delivers one-to-one fitness programmes.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ in Sport and Active Leisure, a work-based qualification useful for those already in a sport or fitness role.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, for those moving toward teaching or coaching roles in further education.
  • Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching or Sports Science, a higher-level route into specialist or graduate-level sport careers.
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