Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Kidderminster. Classes run full-time at Kidderminster College Main Campus, with daytime attendance across 35 weeks. This sport and physical activity qualification covers the knowledge and skills needed to work across sport, fitness, and active leisure. You'll study topics that span coaching, health, exercise science, and physical activity promotion. The NCFE Extended Diploma is a substantial Level 3 qualification, and completing it gives you a strong foundation for higher education or employment in sport and physical activity. Concessions may be available, so check with the college's advisors.
Who this course is for
Anyone wanting to expand their knowledge and skills in the subject
Entry requirements
Please see our website for current details.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
You'll learn how to plan and deliver sport and physical activity sessions.
You'll study the principles of health, fitness, and wellbeing.
You'll explore coaching techniques and how to support participants of different abilities.
You'll understand how sport organisations and the leisure industry operate.
You'll develop skills in assessing fitness and designing training programmes.
You'll build understanding of sports psychology and how it affects performance.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Kidderminster College Main Campus. Assessment on this NCFE Extended Diploma is through a combination of assignments, projects, and practical tasks. You'll build a portfolio of evidence over the course of the year. Some units may include observations of practical delivery. Assessment is ongoing throughout the 35 weeks rather than through a single end exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kidderminster College Main Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach, leading sessions in a community or club setting
Fitness instructor, working in gyms or leisure centres
Personal trainer, designing programmes for individual clients
Sports development officer, promoting physical activity in communities
Leisure centre assistant, supporting day-to-day facility operations
Teaching assistant (PE), supporting physical education in schools
Activity coordinator, organising sport and wellness programmes
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BA in Sport and Exercise Science. A natural next step if you want to go deeper into the science behind performance and physical activity.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. Useful if you want to move into coaching or teaching sport professionally.
Level 3 Personal Training Qualification (e.g. Active IQ or CIMSPA-endorsed). Adds a recognised fitness industry credential alongside your Extended Diploma.
Degree Apprenticeship in Sport. Combines employment with higher-level study.
