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Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Greenwich

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 Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity in Greenwich. Classes run at Woolwich Polytechnic School, full-time over two years.

The course covers the science and practice of the course. You'll explore anatomy and physiology, sports coaching, fitness training, and how physical activity affects health. Units also cover sports psychology and the business side of the sport and fitness industry.

You'll finish with a Level 3 Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity.

Who this course is for

This course is for students who want to continue studying geography after GCSE. You'll already be familiar with some of the topics, but the A level will give you the chance to study these and some new ones, in much greater depth. It's for you if you are interested in current global issues like climate change, migration and environmental degradation. You might be choosing geography because you're headed for a career in a geography related occupation though it will give you a set of skills that can be used in a whole variety of careers. For some geography related careers, it's good to have studied geography in combination with subjects like maths, chemistry, physics or biology.

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology as they apply to sport and exercise.
  • You'll develop practical sports coaching skills and techniques.
  • You'll explore how to plan and deliver fitness training sessions.
  • You'll learn about sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll examine the role of physical activity in health and wellbeing.
  • You'll gain an understanding of how the sport and fitness industry operates.

How you will learn

The OCR Cambridge Technical is assessed through a mix of coursework and external exams. You'll complete assignments and projects throughout the course, alongside externally assessed units. Classroom sessions combine theory with practical activity. Your work is assessed against set criteria, and you'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Woolwich Polytechnic 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 exercise classes or personal training sessions.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport within a community.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports the day-to-day running of a sports facility.
  • Personal trainer, designs fitness programmes for individual clients.
  • Sports administrator, handles the organisational side of a sports club or body.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training, a practical route into gym-based work.
  • Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching or Sports Science, for deeper study at university level.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, if you want to teach sport or fitness.
  • Degree in Sport and Exercise Science, the full undergraduate route for careers in performance or research.
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