Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Development Course in Liverpool. Classes run at The Learning Exchange, full-time during the day. This free sport and physical activity development course takes one year to complete. You'll study the knowledge and skills needed to work in sport, fitness, coaching, and community physical activity settings. The level 3 sport and physical activity development qualification covers areas such as anatomy and physiology, coaching practice, sport development, and health promotion. It's a substantial qualification that can support entry into higher education or employment in the sport and leisure sector.
Who this course is for
This is for learners who wish to gain OCR Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
You'll study principles of coaching and how to plan and deliver sport sessions.
You'll explore sport development and how physical activity is promoted in communities.
You'll learn about health, fitness, and the factors that influence people's activity levels.
You'll examine sport psychology and its role in performance and participation.
You'll develop skills in analysing sport performance and providing feedback.
You'll build understanding of nutrition and its relationship to sport and exercise.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The Learning Exchange. Assessment for the OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma combines coursework assignments, practical tasks, and externally assessed units. You'll complete portfolio work, written assignments, and practical assessments throughout the year. Some units are assessed by OCR through set tasks or exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Learning Exchange will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach, planning and delivering sessions for clubs or community groups
Fitness instructor, supporting clients in gyms or leisure centres
Community sport development officer, increasing participation locally
Personal trainer, working with individuals on fitness goals
Sports administrator, supporting the running of sport organisations
Physical activity coordinator, promoting health and wellbeing programmes
Teaching assistant (PE focus), supporting physical education in schools
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BA in Sport and Exercise Science, Sport Development, or Physical Education, building on your Level 3 knowledge at university level.
Level 4 Certificate in Coaching, deepening specialist coaching skills for a specific sport.
PGCE or School Direct (PE), if you want to move into teaching physical education.
Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, adding a vocational licence to practise as a personal trainer.
