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

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
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 Tonbridge and Malling.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Tonbridge. Classes run at Leigh Academy Tonbridge, full-time over two years.

The course covers the knowledge and practical skills needed for roles in sport, leisure, and fitness. You'll study topics such as coaching, exercise science, anatomy, and physical activity promotion. OCR awards this qualification as the Cambridge Technical Diploma in the course.

You'll need grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs, plus at least three other GCSEs at grade 4 or above. You'll finish with a Level 3 Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity.

Who this course is for

OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity gives learners the skills for working in specific, specialised roles (e.g. Sports Coach and Personal Trainer) within the sport and physical activity sector. This qualification is for learners who want to study sport, leisure or fitness.

Entry requirements

Grade 4 in both English and Maths GCSEs, and at least 3 other qualifications at grade 4 or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop coaching skills and learn how to plan and lead sports sessions.
  • You'll study anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll learn how to design fitness programmes for different clients.
  • You'll explore the principles of health, wellbeing, and physical activity promotion.
  • You'll build knowledge of sports psychology and how it affects performance.
  • You'll understand how sport and leisure organisations operate.
  • You'll develop skills in assessing and monitoring client fitness.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons, practical sessions, and coursework assignments. Assessment is through a mix of unit assignments and, for some units, external exams set by OCR. Practical coaching and fitness activities are a core part of the course. Your work is assessed throughout the two years rather than in a single final exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Leigh Academy Tonbridge 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.
  • Personal trainer, designs and delivers fitness programmes for individual clients.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports the day-to-day running of a sports facility.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport within a community.
  • Physical education teaching assistant, supports PE lessons in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Coaching, a step toward senior coaching roles.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for those focusing on one-to-one fitness work.
  • Foundation Degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, offered at many universities.
  • Degree in Sport and Exercise Science, for those aiming toward sports science or physiotherapy careers.
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