Free Level 3 Sports Leadership Course in Burton upon Trent. Classes run at John Taylor High School, full-time during the day. The course runs over two years. You'll develop the knowledge and practical skills to plan, lead, and organise sport and physical activity for others. Entry requires good GCSE passes across your subjects. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this level 3 sports leadership qualification is the right fit for you.
Who this course is for
Sports Leadership
Entry requirements
Good GCSE passes in all subjects.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to plan and deliver sports sessions for different groups.
You'll develop skills in motivating and communicating with participants.
You'll understand how to create safe and inclusive sporting environments.
You'll practise organising and managing sporting events and activities.
You'll build knowledge of leadership styles and how to apply them in sport.
You'll learn how to evaluate your own performance as a sports leader.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical sports leadership activities at John Taylor High School. Assessment is likely to include observed practical sessions, written assignments, and reflective tasks. Your progress will be reviewed throughout the two-year course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. John Taylor High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach: plan and deliver coaching sessions in a chosen sport.
Community sports leader: organise activities for local clubs or community groups.
PE teaching assistant: support physical education lessons in schools.
Leisure centre instructor: lead fitness and activity sessions for the public.
Sports development officer: promote participation in sport at a local level.
Youth worker (sport focus): use sport to engage and support young people.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Coaching (sport-specific): deepen your coaching knowledge in a particular sport or setting.
Level 3 Personal Training Qualification: move into fitness instruction and personal training.
Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching or Sports Science: a university-level route for those wanting to study sport in more depth.
PGCE or School Direct (PE): if you want to train as a PE teacher, you'll need a relevant degree first.
