Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity (Sports Coaching)

Course Overview

The Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity (Sports Coaching) is intended for learners aged 16 and over and provides the knowledge, skills and understanding required within the sport and physical activity sector. It will also allow learners to gain transferable skills and progress to employment, an apprenticeship or higher education in a sport-related or different sector in line with career aspirations.

The  Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity (Sports Coaching) is designed as a 2-year, full time programme and will provide the following UCAS points:

• Pass: 48
• Merit: 96
• Distinction: 144
• Distinction*: 168

Most universities will accept the  Level 3 Extended Diploma for entry onto degree courses without any additional Level 3 qualifications as long as the required grade is achieved.

What you’ll study

Mandatory units of study include:

• Exercise, Health and Lifestyle
• Preparing for a Career in Sport and Physical Activity
• Sports Coaching

Optional units may include:

• Work Experience in Sport
• Principles of Anatomy & Physiology
• The Physiology and Fitness
• Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise
• Coaching for Special Populations
• The Athlete’s Lifestyle
• Leadership in Sport
• Psychology for Sports Performance
• Technical and Tactical Skills in Sport
• Analysis of Sports Performance
• Fitness Training and Programming
• Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise
• Sports Injuries
• Sport and Exercise Massage
• Applied Strength and Conditioning
• Sports Nutrition

Sports kit

As a Sport learner you will be required to wear Coventry College practical kit at all times. More information regarding price and purchasing will be provided during Open Events, interviews or enrolment. You can also visit our online store.

Facilities

You will have access to our state-of-the-art facilities at the Alan Higgs Centre, including 3G outdoor pitches, 3G indoor dome pitch, strength and conditioning gyms, 50 metre Olympic swimming pool and analysis rooms.

At least 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and/or maths and Science and/or Physical Education or Level 2 qualification at Merit or above plus English/maths at Grade 4 or equivalent.