Sport and Coaching Development Level 3 Diploma [Y1]
East Sussex College - Eastbourne
Cross Levels Way, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 2UF
National Diploma (BTEC)
Level 3
Available start dates
Available start dates
Monday, 07 September 2026
East Sussex College - Eastbourne
2 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
Cost of the course will be approximately �100 which covers: uniform/induction activities & a compulsory qualification in sports coaching.
Course Summary
This course will develop students' knowledge, skills and behaviours within Sport, Coaching and Physical Development. Students will learn from a mixture and theoretical and practical application of knowledege, making full use of the excellent sport and fitness facilities based at Eastbourne sports park. The course offers the flexibility to assess students in a variety of methods, including practical observations, production of podcasts and written assignments
Course Details
This qualification consists of a number of units which are academic equivalence of 1.5 A-Levels. The course units for study are; 1) Anatomy and Physiology related to Fitness 2) Fitness Training and Programming 3) Professional Development in the Sports Industry 4) Sports Leadership 5) Practical Sports Performance 6) Coaching for Performance 7) Sport Psychology You will produce three or four assignments for each unit.
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Assessment: You will be assessed on a continuous assessment basis at specific times throughout the year. Assessment methods include essay writing, presentations and practical observations.
Entry requirements
Minimum five grade 4-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 2 course, and English or maths at grade 4.
Your next steps...
Learners may wish to progress to year 2 to complete the Level 3 Extended Diploma, which is an additional 8 units. To do so you must achieve the Foundation Diploma.
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