Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Sutton. Classes run full-time at Carshalton College, with daytime attendance over one year. This sport and physical activity qualification covers the knowledge and practical skills needed to work across sport, fitness, and active leisure. You'll study topics that span coaching, exercise science, and the business of sport. The course suits those looking to move into the sport and physical activity sector or progress to higher education. Tuition fees apply. Speak to the college for current fee information and any funding support available.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
You'll study coaching principles and how to plan and deliver sport sessions.
You'll explore health, fitness, and the role of physical activity in wellbeing.
You'll learn about sports development and how the sport and leisure sector operates.
You'll build skills in analysing performance and supporting participants.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities when working with people in sport settings.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Carshalton College, combining taught lessons with practical activities. Assessment is likely to include assignments, projects, and practical observations across the units of the Extended Diploma. The full-time daytime timetable means you cover the qualification content in depth over the course of one year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Carshalton College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach, working with community clubs or schools
Fitness instructor, supporting clients in gym or leisure settings
Personal trainer, delivering one-to-one exercise programmes
Sports development officer, promoting participation in local sport
Leisure centre assistant, working across sport and recreation facilities
Physical education teaching assistant, supporting PE in schools
Activity coordinator, planning and running physical programmes
What you could study next
Level 4 or Level 5 HNC/HND in Sport or Sport Science, for a deeper academic grounding before moving into graduate-level roles.
Foundation Degree in Sport Coaching or Sports Development, often available at university or through a higher education partner.
Degree in Sport Science, Physical Education, or Exercise Physiology, for those aiming at roles in performance sport, research, or teaching.
