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NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity | Furness College
NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity

NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity


If you’re passionate about sport and want to turn
that passion into your future, the
Level 3 Extended Diploma
in Sport and Physical Activity
is a great place to
start.


Combining practical learning with the knowledge and
skills needed to succeed in the sports industry, this course can open the door
to a wide range of exciting careers. Whether you’re interested in
sports coaching, PE teaching, personal training, strength
and conditioning, sports development, journalism or sports
business
, you’ll build a strong foundation for your next
step.


The qualification carries UCAS
points
, giving you the opportunity to progress to
university and study a range of sport-related degrees. Alternatively, you can
use the skills and experience you develop to take your next steps towards
employment in the sport, leisure and fitness industry.


Love sport? Make it your future. Apply now and start building a
career doing something you’re passionate
about.

Course Content

What Modules will you Study?

The course is delivered through classroom learning, practical activities, leadership and coaching opportunities, workshops and work experience.

Units studied include:

• Encouraging Active Lifestyles
• Sports Nutrition
• Customer Service
• Ethics and Values in Sport
• Sports Injuries
• Fitness Training and Programming
• Fitness Testing
• Practical Individual Sports
• Practical Team Sports
• Assessing Risk in Sport
• Personal and Professional Development
• Organising Sports Events
• Work Experience
• Leadership in Sport
• Preparing for a Career in Sport
• Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise
• Sports Coaching
• Exercise, Health and Lifestyle

How long is the course?

The NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport is 2 years in duration.

Where will I learn?

Channelside Campus

How much will this course cost?

Please refer to the College fees policy, for more information please contact Student.Services@furness.ac.uk

Entry Requirements

What are the entry requirements?

You will need a minimum of five GCSEs at grades 4 or above, including maths and English or an equivalent relevant qualification.

Progression

What opportunities will this lead to?

This programme can lead to progression to further studies at University and into a wide range of careers in the sport, leisure and fitness industry. Careers that successful students have progressed into are:
  • Sport Coaching
  • PE Teaching / Sports Tutor
  • School Sport Co-ordinators
  • Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer/Strength and Conditioning Coach
  • Sports Journalism
  • Sports Development
  • Sports Business
  • Leisure Centre / Fitness Centre Management
  • Lifeguard / Leisure Centre Attendants
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Student Profile
Nicky Taylor

"I set my mind on Furness College after attending an Open Day. I’m able to play sports with people who have the same interests as me, which helps me to enjoy my time at college." Nicky Taylor successfully completed a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and is now studying a degree in sports rehabilitation at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan).


Channelside
Barrow-In-Furness
Cumbria
LA14 2PJ
Rating Lane
Barrow-In-Furness
Cumbria
LA13 9LE
Contact Us Tel: 01229 825 017 (Channelside Campus)
Tel: 01229 828 377 (The Sixth Form)
Email: info@furness.ac.uk
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