Course Overview

The NCFE Level 2 and Level 3 Diploma in Sport pathways are intended for learners aged 16+ and provide the introductory skills to either start a career in sport or progress within employment in the sector.

NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Sport (Sports, Exercise & Fitness) is designed as a 1-year, full time course and provides the foundations to progress onto the NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport & Physical Activity. 

NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport & Physical Activity (Sports Coaching) is designed as a 2-year, full time programme and will provide direct pathway into further education, apprenticeships, and sports based employment.
 

Entry Requirements

NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Sport (Sports, Exercise & Fitness): Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English Language and Maths. 

NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport & Physical Activity (Sports Coaching): Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths.

Course Content

NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Sport (Sports, Exercise & Fitness)

Mandatory Units:

• Participating in Sport
• Introduction to Healthy Exercise & Nutrition
• Anatomy & Physiology for Exercise

Optional Units:

• Developing Sporting Skills & Tactical Awareness
• Psychology for Sports Performance
• Sports Coaching
• Performance Analysis for Sport

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

Mandatory Units:

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

Optional Units:

• Principles of Anatomy & Physiology 
• Fitness Testing for Sport & Exercise
• Practical Team Sports
• Innovation & Enterprise
• Coaching Special Populations
• The Athlete’s Lifestyle
• Sports Injuries
• Current Issues in Sport
• Practical Individual Sports
• Organising Sports Events
• Analysis of Sports Performance
• Marketing Skills for Sport & Physical Activity
• Sports Nutrition
• Psychology for Sports Performance
• Personal & Professional Development
  
  

Progression Pathways

• Sports Coaching
• Teaching & Education
• Sports Journalism
• Sports Business & Finance
• Sports Development & Management
• Health & Fitness
• Sports Marketing & Media
• Sports Science

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Key Application Form Information

It must be noted that the information you provide in this application form will serve as the primary evidence in determining whether you will be shortlisted for the next step of the application process. Please ensure that all sections are completed accurately and comprehensively to give a clear understanding of your qualifications, experience, and motivation for applying.