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Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Plymouth for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Sports Coaching Courses in Plymouth.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Plymouth. Classes run at Lipson Co-operative Academy, full-time over two years.

The course is free if you are 16 or 17 years old and enrolled at the academy. If you are joining from another school, fees apply. You will need four or five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English, maths and science. No previous sport qualification is required.

You will study the science, coaching, and business of sport. Topics include anatomy and physiology, sports psychology, coaching practice, and physical activity promotion. The course counts as the equivalent of one A Level. You will finish with an OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity.

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

4-5 GCSE's grades 9-4 (A*-C) including English, maths and science. You don't need to have studied a sports related qualification previously.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll study sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll develop practical coaching skills and learn how to plan and lead sessions.
  • You'll examine how physical activity benefits health and wellbeing.
  • You'll learn about the sports industry, including career pathways and business principles.
  • You'll investigate how to promote physical activity in different communities.
  • You'll apply your knowledge through practical and work-related tasks.

How you will learn

You will learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and coursework assignments. Assessment is a mix of internally assessed units and externally assessed exams. You will build a portfolio of work over the two years. Some units involve practical coaching tasks assessed in real settings.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lipson Co-operative Academy 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 exercise classes or gym-floor sessions.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes physical activity in local areas.
  • Personal trainer, works one-to-one with clients on fitness goals.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of a sports club or organisation.
  • Physical activity co-ordinator, organises activity programmes for community groups.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ in Coaching, Teaching and Instructing, a practical qualification for those moving into coaching work.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, useful if you want to teach sport or fitness.
  • Higher National Certificate in Sport, a higher-level route into sports science or management.
  • Degree in Sport Science or Physical Education, for those aiming at graduate-level roles in sport.
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