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

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration18 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 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 Cornwall.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Saltash. Classes run at Saltash Community School, full-time during the day.

The course runs over 18 months and covers the science, theory, and practice behind the course. You'll explore topics that connect to health, recreation, and human performance. The course links well to social and natural sciences, and suits those considering a career in sport or a related degree.

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

Who this course is for

It provides an insight into the world of sport and its many facets. It links well to social and natural sciences and to the vocational fields of Leisure and Recreation, Health and Social Care. This course is an excellent stepping stone for a wide variety of career paths and undergraduate courses. The study of PE at AS and A level requires commitment and will challenge each candidate both academically and physically in new and interesting ways.

Entry requirements

Sixth Form entry of at least 5 A* - C grades at GCSE plus GCSE PE A* - C would normally be required but other students may be considered in exceptional circumstances.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the principles of sport science and how the body responds to physical activity.
  • You'll explore health, fitness, and the role of physical activity in wellbeing.
  • You'll examine how sport connects to leisure, recreation, and health and social care.
  • You'll develop knowledge relevant to coaching and instructing others in physical activity.
  • You'll build academic and practical skills needed for sport-related university courses.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, combining academic study with practical physical activity. Assessment includes written assignments, coursework, and practical performance tasks. The OCR Cambridge Technical is a vocational qualification, so coursework and unit-based assessment form a significant part of how you're graded.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Saltash Community 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 gym-floor sessions.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport within communities.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports the day-to-day running of sport and fitness facilities.
  • Personal trainer, designs fitness programmes for individual clients.

What you could study next

  • A Level Physical Education, deepens academic study of sport science and performance.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training, a vocational route into gym and coaching work.
  • A sport-related degree such as Sport Science or Sports Coaching, building on the academic grounding this qualification provides.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into coaching or instructing roles.
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