Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Liverpool. Classes run full-time at Archbishop Beck Catholic College, five days a week during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll study sport science, coaching, physical activity, and the skills needed to work in the sport and leisure sector. This course includes the opportunity to complete a DC Football Extended Diploma pathway. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm the right level for you.
You'll develop knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
You'll study the principles of sports coaching and how to plan and deliver sessions.
You'll explore health, fitness, and the role of physical activity in wellbeing.
You'll learn how to assess and improve sports performance.
You'll study sport psychology and its application to training and competition.
You'll develop skills in organising and leading physical activity programmes.
You'll gain an understanding of the sport and leisure industry and career routes within it.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and coursework. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and practical observations rather than formal exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the year. Some units may involve external visits or guest speakers from the sport and leisure sector.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Archbishop Beck Catholic College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach. Plan and deliver coaching sessions for clubs or schools.
Fitness instructor. Lead exercise classes or gym-floor sessions.
Community sport development officer. Promote physical activity in local communities.
PE teaching assistant. Support physical education in schools.
Leisure centre assistant. Work across facilities, activities, and customer service.
Personal trainer. Design and deliver one-to-one fitness programmes.
Sports development officer. Coordinate sport participation programmes.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BA in Sport Science or Sports Coaching. A natural next step if you want to go deeper into the science or management of sport.
Level 4 Certificate in Coaching. Develops your coaching practice at a higher level.
PGCE or School Direct (PE). If teaching physical education in schools is your goal, you'll need a degree first, then a teaching qualification.
Level 3 Personal Training Qualification. Adds a specialist fitness strand to your sport background.
