Sport & Physical Activity

NCFE LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY (601/8878/9/COA)

INTRODUCTION

The qualifications are designed to give learners the skills, knowledge and understanding of the sport and physical activity sector. These qualifications will act

as a stepping stone to a range of occupations often through the route of higher education. The NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity is for learners

who are looking to develop general knowledge and interpersonal skills to support them into higher education when taken as a programme of study.

These qualifications will:

• Focus on the study of the sport and physical activity sector

• Offer breadth and depth of study

• Provide opportunities to acquire a number of practical and technical skills.

The objectives of these qualifications are to:

• Allow learners to gain an in-depth understanding of the sport and physical activity sector

• Give learners the opportunity to investigate career opportunities in the sport and physical activity sector

• Allow learners to choose content which relates to their own interests, aspirations and progression choices.

To view the full course specification click NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Sport & Physical Activity

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• GCSE Grade 4/C in English Language  (Sports related GCSE recommended);

• Click on the Admissions section for restrictions on number of A-Levels that can be undertaken;

• A good school/College report.

COURSE STRUCTURE

• NCFE Level 3 Introductory Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity (equivalent to one AS-level):  Three internally-assessed units in one year.

• NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity (equivalent to one A- level):  Three internally-assessed units in one year.

Please be advised that the units in the first year are mandatory, units in the second year are subject to change.

ACADEMIC PROGRESSION

This qualification provides a suitable foundation for the study of sports or related courses in higher education.

CAREER PROGRESSION

Understanding the sport and physical activity sector can open doors to a range of job opportunities such as (but not limited to):

•  Personal Trainer

•  Sports Coach

•  Health and Wellness coach

•  PE Teacher

•  Dietician