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Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Wickford

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 Wickford. Classes run at The Bromfords School, full-time over two years.

The course gives you a thorough grounding in PE, sport, and sports science. You'll develop practical skills including communication, decision-making under pressure, and performance analysis. Units cover anatomy and physiology, coaching principles, and sports psychology. The course is assessed through coursework and exams.

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

Who this course is for

Students receive a well-rounded and full introduction to the world of PE, sport and sports science. This complete grounding in the subject provides a fantastic base from which to build when they move on to higher education, employment or further training. Students can develop a range of practical skills, including communication using appropriate language, dealing with pressure, split second decision-making, analysing and evaluating performance and more.

Entry requirements

4 x 9-4 Equivalent including Mathematics and English Lang/Lit (Grade 4/Pass in P.E if studied)

What you will learn

  • You'll study the principles of anatomy and physiology as they apply to sport.
  • You'll explore sports coaching techniques and how to apply them in practice.
  • You'll analyse and evaluate athletic performance.
  • You'll develop communication skills suited to a sport and physical activity setting.
  • You'll learn how to make decisions quickly under pressure.
  • You'll study sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll gain an understanding of health, fitness, and physical activity promotion.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and coursework assignments. Assessment combines unit-based coursework with written examinations. Some units are assessed internally and others externally by OCR. You'll build a portfolio of work alongside your exam preparation throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Bromfords School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for individuals or teams.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise classes or personal training in a gym or leisure centre.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education lessons in a school.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes physical activity participation locally.
  • Sports administrator, manages bookings, events, and operations for a sports facility.

What you could study next

  • Foundation Degree in Sport and Exercise Science, a higher-level route into sports science or coaching careers.
  • BA or BSc in Sport, a full degree for those aiming at management, coaching, or research roles.
  • Level 3 Personal Trainer Qualification, for those focusing on fitness instruction and gym-based work.
  • PGCE in Physical Education, the route into teaching PE in secondary schools.
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