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Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Morpeth

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 Morpeth. Classes run at James Calvert Spence College, full-time over two years.

The course covers sport science, coaching principles, fitness, and leisure management. You'll build knowledge across theory and practical units, preparing you for higher education or work in sport and fitness. Entry requires GCSE grade 4 or above in English and Maths, plus at least three other GCSEs at grade 5 or above. Students should be 16 to 18 years old.

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

Who this course is for

This course is for learners 16 years old or over who wish to study sport, leisure or fitness. This qualification is not just about being able to play sport. It will provide learners with the skills, knowledge and understanding to progress into Higher Education, Sport Science, Sport Coaching & Development or Sport & Leisure Management.

Entry requirements

Students should be aged 16 to 18 years old. Grade 4 in both an English and Maths and at least three other GCSEs, or Level 2 qualifications, at grade 5 or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the science behind sport and physical performance.
  • You'll study coaching methods and how to plan and lead sessions.
  • You'll learn about fitness testing, training principles, and exercise programming.
  • You'll develop knowledge of sport and leisure management.
  • You'll examine anatomy and physiology relevant to sport.
  • You'll investigate health, wellbeing, and physical activity promotion.
  • You'll build skills in analysing and improving sporting performance.

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 set tasks. You'll complete written assignments, practical assessments, and examinations depending on the unit. OCR sets the external assessments, and your centre marks the internal work.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. James Calvert Spence College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for clubs or schools.
  • Fitness instructor, leads gym sessions and supports clients with training plans.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports daily operations at a sport or leisure facility.
  • Personal trainer, works with individuals on fitness goals.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes physical activity in local communities.
  • Sports administrator, handles coordination and logistics for sport organisations.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, the natural next step for those aiming at specialist or graduate-level roles.
  • A degree in Physical Education, for those interested in teaching sport in schools.
  • A Level 4 or 5 qualification in Sport and Exercise, for a higher-level vocational route without a full degree.
  • A PGCE or School Direct route, for those who want to teach PE after completing a degree.
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