Sport OCR National Diploma Level 3

Code  SPT1

Course Level Level 3 Length of Course 2 Years

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at Grade A*to C including English Language and Science

or Successful completion of Level 2 Diploma in Sport with a Merit/Distinction profile

plus Good personal reference demonstrating acceptable level of attendance and commitment to hard work

plus Active involvement in participatory sport and general fitness

Students with exceptional sporting ability will be considered for progression studies on an individual basis

All students on this programme will be subject to a satisfactory CRB (Criminal Record Bureau) check

Course Content

  • Learning and Developing Sports Skills
  • Anatomy and Physiology for Sport and Exercise
  • Training and Fitness
  • Injury in Sport
  • Sports Development
  • Advanced Sports Leadership

Progression

Employment- Some students choose to enter the Sport, Leisure, Health and/or Fitness sector to commence their careers with a variety of local and regional employers. These might include: Health Promotion/Education Specialist, Leisure Centre Assistant, Leisure Centre Manager, Local Government Community Development Officer, Outdoor Activities Instructor, Parks Officer, Play worker, Sport and Exercise Scientist, Sports Coach, Sports Development Officer, Sports Physiotherapist, Sports Professional, Sports Therapist

Education- Some students progress to popular universities to study sport-related qualifications. Others progress to sport-related employment.

Sport OCR National Diploma Level 3