Free Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Development Course in Swindon. Classes run full-time during the day at Swindon Academy. This two-year course covers the knowledge and skills behind sport, coaching, physical activity promotion, and development work. There are no entry requirements, so you'll have an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right level for you. The sport and physical activity development qualification is awarded by OCR and carries real weight with universities and employers in the sport and leisure sector.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
No Entry Requirements
What you will learn
You'll study the principles of sport and physical activity development and how they apply in practice.
You'll learn how to plan, deliver, and evaluate coaching sessions.
You'll explore anatomy, physiology, and the science behind physical performance.
You'll develop skills in health promotion and encouraging participation in physical activity.
You'll examine sport psychology and how it affects performance and motivation.
You'll learn about leadership and working with different groups in sport settings.
You'll study sports development in the community and how organisations support participation.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions, practical activities, and coursework assignments. Assessment is through a combination of internally assessed units and externally assessed components set by OCR. You'll build a portfolio of work over the two years and sit examinations for certain units. Swindon Academy will give you a timetable and assignment schedule at the start of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Swindon Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach. Plan and deliver sessions for community or club groups.
Fitness instructor. Support clients with exercise and physical activity goals.
Community sport development officer. Promote participation in local sport programmes.
Personal trainer. Work with individuals on fitness and health.
Sports administrator. Coordinate events, bookings, and club operations.
Leisure centre assistant. Support day-to-day operations at a sport or leisure facility.
Physical education teaching assistant. Support PE lessons in a school setting.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BA in Sport Coaching, Sport Development, or Physical Education. The Extended Diploma is recognised for university entry, and many learners use it to apply through UCAS.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. Opens a route into teaching sport or fitness subjects.
Coaching licences and National Governing Body awards (such as FA, UK Athletics, or British Swimming). These sector-specific qualifications are often required for paid coaching roles.
