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Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Lincoln for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Lincoln Christ’s Hospital School

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration23 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start5 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 Lincoln.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Lincoln. Classes run at Lincoln Christ's Hospital School, full-time over two years.

The course is for learners aged 16 to 19 years old who want to work in sport or related industries. You'll need five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English and Maths. GCSE Sport Studies or a Level 2 Cambridge National in Sport is preferred but not essential. The course covers 12 units across around 720 hours of study, exploring sport science, coaching, physical activity, and health.

You'll finish with the Cambridge Technical Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity, an OCR qualification worth the equivalent of two A Levels.

Who this course is for

The Cambridge Technical Diploma will equip learners with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required for success in current and future employment in sport and related industries.

The Diploma is 720 hours (12 units) and has the value of two A2 Levels. This is a two year course.

Key features: a nationally recognised qualification an engaging programme for 16-19 year olds who are clear about the area of employment that they wish to enter

Entry requirements

Five GCSE grades 9 - 4 or equivalent including English and Mathematics. GCSE Sport Studies or Level 2 Cambridge National Sport is preferred but not essential

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical coaching and instructing skills across a range of sports and activities.
  • You'll study the principles of anatomy and physiology as they apply to sport and exercise.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver sports sessions for different groups.
  • You'll explore sport psychology and how mental factors affect performance.
  • You'll study health, fitness, and the role of physical activity in wellbeing.
  • You'll analyse sports performance and learn how to give constructive feedback.
  • You'll develop knowledge of the sport and fitness industry, including career pathways and professional standards.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and project-based assignments. Assessment is through a mix of coursework, practical assessments, and externally set units. Some units are assessed by OCR directly. You'll build a portfolio of evidence alongside completing set tasks throughout the two-year course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lincoln Christ's Hospital School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for clubs or schools.
  • Personal trainer, works with clients one-to-one in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes and gym floor sessions.
  • Community sports development officer, promotes physical activity in local communities.
  • Sports development assistant, supports participation programmes for a local authority or charity.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education lessons in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Certificate in Coaching, deepens specialist coaching knowledge for a specific sport.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, adds a gym-based personal training specialism.
  • Foundation Degree in Sport, a higher education route into sport science or coaching.
  • BA in Sport and Exercise Science, a full degree for those aiming at sport science, research, or management roles.
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