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About the course
This general Level 3 sports programme is designed to give you an insight into all areas of the sporting industry and allow you to see 12 topic areas over the 2 years of study, whilst retaking either an English or maths qualification as part of the course.
Course content
The qualification allows you to study a wide range of areas within the sporting industry, giving you an insight into the world of sport, providing you with better informing your next steps and career choices. This 2-year course has been tailored to give learners an opportunity to progress onto foundation degrees in sport or employment in the sporting industry.
This course will cover some of the units below:
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Technical & Tactical Skills in Sport
- Practical Team Sport
- Sports Nutrition
- Psychology
- Fitness Testing
- Sports Coaching
- Exercise
- Health and Lifestyle
- Career in Sport
- Sport Injuries
- Technical and Tactical Skills in Sport
Qualification Size and UCAS Points
This NCFE qualification is equivalent to 2 A Levels, giving the learner the opportunity to achieve a maximum of 112 UCAS points.
How do the Sports Academies work alongside this course?
Learners are able to access Sports Academies whilst studying at SGS College on a full-time course. Your academic studies and academy training work as a partnership, and as such, are never timetabled at the same time. This allows you to continue your development within your selected sporting discipline, whilst studying in an academic area that interests you. For example, a learner may have lectures on a Monday morning and then Academy training at WISE on a Monday afternoon.
It is not compulsory to be in an Academy to study a Sports qualification at SGS College.
Employability
Possible careers and salaries include:
- Sports Coach - £18,000 to £35,000 depending upon experience and qualifications held
- Events Coordinator - £17,000 to £80,000 depending upon experience
- Community Sports Development - £17,000 to £48,000 depending upon experience
Average yearly salary data taken from the National Careers Services website
What do I need to join
Applicants will require three GCSEs at grade 4, which must include a grade 4 in either English or maths. The applicant will have the opportunity to retake a GCSE qualification in either English or maths alongside their qualification, to give them an opportunity to achieve a 4 grade in the subject.
What can I do next
A high majority of our learner’s progress onto Higher Education Sport programmes. Following the successful completion of this qualification, learners could also apply for industry apprenticeships in the related field. Employment options after achievement include coaching roles and customer facing roles in the industry. Learners may also consider starting specific coaching qualifications with National Governing Bodies upon completion of this course.
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Sports academies are available only to applicants aged 16-18.
Join SGS Sport. You can enhance your full-time study programme by joining one of our renowned SGS Sport academies. Train in top-tier facilities, learn from expert coaches, and pursue your passion for sports while you study. Explore the academy options below to add to your course basket and elevate your college experience both academically and athletically.
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Course information last updated: Friday 8th November 2024 @ 5.43AM