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Level 3 Sport Course in Oldham for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Oldham.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport Course in Oldham. Classes run at Oldham Sixth Form College, full-time during the day over two years. You'll study the sports industry from multiple angles, covering anatomy and physiology, sports coaching, athlete psychology, performance analysis, product development, and rehabilitation planning. The course is assessed entirely through coursework, with no exams. You'll need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including a grade 4 in English or Maths, to enrol.

Who this course is for

The Sport course offers a unique opportunity for students to immerse themselves full-time in the varied disciplines and roles possible within the sports industry. If you have a passion for sport, you will be able to examine it from the perspective of a huge range of possible future careers.

Learn how to analyse elite performance, to psychologically prepare an athlete for their biggest sporting achievement, to develop a new product to hit the sporting world by storm, how to plan and deliver a rehabilitation programme, and so much more!

Experience what each individual unit has to offer as you discover just how many options there are in the industry, and uncover your strengths and interests to guide your future career path.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 passes (grade 4 or above) at GCSE, including at least a 4 in English or Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll analyse elite athletic performance using established frameworks.
  • You'll study anatomy and physiology, including the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, and energy systems.
  • You'll explore the role and responsibilities of a sports coach and how coaching affects athlete performance.
  • You'll learn how to psychologically prepare an athlete for competition.
  • You'll plan and deliver a sports rehabilitation programme.
  • You'll develop knowledge of product development within the sports industry.
  • You'll investigate a wide range of career roles across the sporting world.

How you will learn

This course is assessed entirely through coursework across both years. There are no exams. You'll complete unit-based assignments in the classroom, building a portfolio of work that covers each area of the course. The OCR CTEC (Extended Diploma) framework sets the structure for all units.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, working with athletes at club or community level
  • Personal trainer, designing and delivering fitness programmes
  • Sports development officer, promoting participation in sport
  • Fitness instructor, leading group or one-to-one sessions
  • Sports rehabilitation assistant, supporting injured athletes' recovery
  • PE teaching assistant, supporting physical education in schools
  • Sports analyst, tracking and reporting on athletic performance
  • Leisure centre supervisor, managing facilities and activities

What you could study next

  • Degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, building on the analytical and practical foundations of this qualification.
  • Degree in Physiotherapy or Sports Rehabilitation, for those drawn to the rehabilitation units.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Coaching, for those wanting to specialise in sports coaching at a higher level.
  • PGCE or School Direct route into PE teaching, for those interested in education.
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