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Free Level 3 Sport Course in Bedford

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport Course in Bedford. Classes run at Kimberley Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

The course explores the sports industry in depth. You'll study practical team sports, outdoor adventurous activities, sports injuries, and fitness training. It also covers sports development and personal performance.

You'll finish with a BTEC National Diploma in Sport.

Who this course is for

What is the course about? Investigating the breadth of the sports industry so students are able to make informed choices regarding future employment opportunities in sport and recreation. Developing and applying a range of skills in sports development, fitness and personal performance in sport. Some of the Units covered in the course: Practical Team Sports, Outdoor Adventurous Activities, Sports Injuries, Sports Development and Fitness Training and Programming.

Entry requirements

Entry Criteria GCSE Average Points Score (English and maths + best 6) of 4 English GCSE Grade 4 Maths GCSE Grade 4

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the sports industry works and the career options within it.
  • You'll develop skills in practical team sports.
  • You'll take part in outdoor adventurous activities.
  • You'll learn how to recognise and respond to sports injuries.
  • You'll study sports development and how it works in practice.
  • You'll plan and apply fitness training programmes.
  • You'll develop your personal performance in sport.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical activities. Assessment is through assignments and coursework rather than exams. Units are assessed as you complete them throughout the two years. You'll build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your knowledge and skills across the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Kimberley Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for teams or individuals.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes or gym-floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one fitness programmes for clients.
  • Sports development officer, works with clubs and communities to grow participation.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports the day-to-day running of a sports facility.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, for those aiming at specialist or graduate-level roles.
  • A PGCE or School Direct route into teaching, if you want to teach PE.
  • A Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for a faster route into self-employment as a personal trainer.
  • A sports coaching apprenticeship, combining work and further study.
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