Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Development Course in Cirencester. Classes run at Cirencester College, full-time over two years. You'll explore how to teach, coach, lead and organise sport and physical activity for people of different ages, abilities and needs. Units cover body systems, sports coaching and leadership, nutrition for sport, sports psychology, biomechanics, and more. Four units are assessed by written examination; the rest are coursework-based. You'll also develop practical coaching skills through community activities with local partners. To start, you'll need five or more GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English Language, Maths and a science subject.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
5+ GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, from the�core subjects, including English Language, Maths and Biology/Science. A qualification in PE and a Grade 5 in Science is also recommended. A qualification in PE is preferable but not compulsory.
What you will learn
You'll study how body systems respond to sport and physical activity
You'll learn to plan and deliver coaching and leadership sessions
You'll explore sports organisation, development and the business of sport
You'll apply nutrition principles to sport and exercise
You'll analyse movement and performance using biomechanics
You'll design and carry out fitness testing and training programmes
You'll study sports psychology and how it affects performance
You'll work with specific groups, including people with varying physical needs
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom study and practical activity. Four units are assessed by written examination, covering body systems, sports organisation and development, working safely in sport, and the business of sport. The remaining units are assessed through coursework. You'll also take part in community coaching activities with local partners, giving you hands-on experience working with real groups in sport and physical activity settings.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cirencester College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach, working with clubs, schools or community groups
Sports development officer, promoting participation in local sport
Leisure centre assistant, supporting fitness and activity programmes
Personal trainer, designing fitness plans for individual clients
Teaching assistant (PE), supporting physical education in schools
Health and fitness instructor, leading group exercise sessions
Sports events coordinator, planning and running sporting events
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BA in Sports Coaching, Sports Science, or Physical Education. A natural next step if you want to work at a higher level in coaching or sports development.
PGCE or School Direct (PE). Leads to qualified teacher status if teaching is your goal.
Level 4 Certificate in Coaching. Deepens your coaching credentials in a specific sport or activity area.
