Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Bromley. Classes run full-time at London South East Colleges Bromley Campus, five days a week during the day. The course runs over 36 weeks. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, or a Level 2 qualification at Merit or Distinction in a related subject. You'll study the science behind sport and physical activity, coaching principles, anatomy and physiology, and how to plan and lead sessions.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
4 GCSEs at grade 9 - 4/A* - C, including English and Maths, or a Level 2 qualification (Merit or Distinction) in a related subject. Note: for skills-based qualifications you might need the skills at Level 2 in order to enrol onto the Level 3.
What you will learn
You'll study anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
You'll learn how to plan and deliver sport and physical activity sessions.
You'll explore coaching and leadership principles in sport.
You'll develop knowledge of health, fitness, and wellbeing.
You'll examine how to support participants with different needs.
You'll look at the sports industry and career routes within it.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and coursework. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and practical observations carried out throughout the course. There are no formal written exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through each unit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. London South East Colleges Bromley Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach, working with individuals or groups in a sport setting
Fitness instructor, leading exercise classes or gym sessions
Community sport development officer, promoting activity in local areas
Personal trainer, designing programmes for individual clients
Sports centre assistant, supporting day-to-day facility operations
Physical activity coordinator, planning programmes for schools or community groups
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Coaching or a sport-specific coaching award, for those moving into more advanced coaching roles.
Level 3 Personal Training Qualification (such as a CIMSPA-endorsed Diploma), to work as a personal trainer.
Foundation Degree or BA in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, for those looking to study at university level.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training, if you want to teach or instruct in a sport or fitness setting.