Level Three Sport - Vocational Coaching and Fitness route

This innovative and highly practical Level Three programme recognises that some students want to progress quickly into employment and require the specialist industry-standard qualifications to do so. In the first year of this programme you will study a Level 3 Diploma in Coaching Sports and Fitness in addition to a Sports Leadership qualification. In the second year you will complete a Level 3 Diploma in Leisure Management and a Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification. There will also be opportunities to undertake shorter courses in first aid an safeguarding which are essential within any area of sport and leisure. This course is ideal for anyone wishing to pursue a career in the fitness industry since the core Level 3 qualfications provide a broad overview of the sports coaching and performance and the fitness industry whilst the smaller qualifications provide you with specific skills that employers within the leisure sector are looking for. This course is equally suitable for school leavers and mature students.

This course comprises: Level 3 Diploma in Coaching Sports and Fitness Sports Leader Level 1 and 2 Level 2 Fitness Instructor Level 3 Diploma in Leisure Management

This course uses a range of assessment methods including: observed practical assessments, written assignments, multiple choice tests, external examinations situations.

A Level Two BTEC in Sport at merit level Four GCSEs at grades A* to C including English or mathematics Appropriate work experience Successful interview demonstrating motivation and commitment to the course and a clear interest in working in the coaching and fitness sector An initial assessment References to support your application