Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport

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The beauty of teamwork is the beauty of sport

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OCR Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport Specification

If you like the idea of helping sports people of all abilities to improve their performance, whether in a specific sport or a variety, a career in coaching could be ideal for you. This vocational course explores different areas of employment within the sports sector, allowing you to experience a variety of options and giving you a broader knowledge base to benefit your career.

After completion of the two-year qualification you will have an excellent springboard to prepare you for degree level study or work in the sport and active leisure industry.

You will study:

• Health, Wellbeing and Sport
• Sports Development
• Anatomy and Physiology in Sport
• Developing Coaching Skills
• Careers in Sport & Active Leisure Industry
• Sports Psychology
• Sporting Injuries
• Fitness Training

You will also study nationally recognised Coaching qualifications, as well as gain practical experience in coaching.

The course is delivered in a vocational manner, with assessments ranging from written reports, portfolios, and posters to verbal assessments, presentations, and practical observations. There are no examinations for this course.

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Careers/Further Education

Upon successful completion of the Level 3 Sport qualification, you will have the equivalent of three A Levels, providing opportunities for progression into employment or onto a Higher Education course or another vocational qualification.

For more information please contact Mr Keshavarz