Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity Course in Wandsworth. Classes run at South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre, full-time during the day. The course runs over one year and covers the knowledge and skills needed to work in sport, fitness, and physical activity settings. You'll study topics that span coaching, health, and the science behind physical performance. The NCFE sport and physical activity qualification is well suited to those who want to move into a sport or fitness role or progress to higher-level study.
Who this course is for
Please see our website for full details www.stcg.ac.uk
Entry requirements
Please see our website for full details www.stcg.ac.uk
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of anatomy and physiology relevant to sport and exercise.
You'll learn how to plan and deliver physical activity sessions.
You'll study the principles of coaching and instruction.
You'll explore health, fitness, and wellbeing concepts.
You'll understand how to support participants safely, including safeguarding principles.
You'll build awareness of nutrition and its role in physical performance.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre. Assessment is likely to include assignments, practical tasks, and observations of your coaching or instructional skills. The full-time daytime timetable means you cover the course content in depth over the year. Check the centre's website for the full assessment breakdown specific to this delivery.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Thames College - Wandsworth Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Fitness instructor, leading group or one-to-one exercise sessions
Sports coach, working with clubs, schools, or community groups
Leisure centre assistant, supporting facility operations and activities
Personal trainer, delivering tailored fitness programmes
Sports development officer, promoting physical activity in communities
Teaching assistant (PE focus), supporting physical education in schools
Activity coordinator, organising sport and wellbeing programmes
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, if you want to move into teaching sport or fitness subjects.
Level 4 Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity, for a deeper specialist qualification.
Foundation Degree or HND in Sports Science or Sports Coaching, available at many universities and further education colleges.
CIMSPA-endorsed personal training qualifications, if you want to work as a personal trainer.
