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Level 3 Sport Coaching

at Tameside College, Ashton-Under-Lyne · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Develop Your Future in Sport & Physical Activity This full-time course is designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge and practical understanding needed for a successful career in coaching sport and physical activity. Over two years, you will complete 18 specialist units that prepare you to plan, deliver and evaluate effective sports sessions with confidence. Youll work with modern performance analysis technology, gain experience in designing training programmes, and develop a strong grasp of the sport and physical activity industry. The course provides a solid foundation to progress onto university or step directly into employment within the sector. Assessment is varied and engaging, including practical delivery of coaching sessions, written coursework, presentations and collaborative group tasks. Units covered include: � Anatomy and Physiology � Fitness Training � Sports Coaching � Performance Analysis � Practical Sport A key part of the programme is our compulsory work placement element. This gives you the opportunity to apply your learning in real-world environments, ensuring you leave college not just qualified, but career-ready. We are proud to support our learners in gaining the experience needed to progress seamlessly into Higher Education or employment.

What you need to get on

Level 3 (Advanced) - 4 GCSEs grade 4 or above including Mathematics and English. You will be interviewed for this course and require DBS clearance, you should be enthusiastic about working in the sport and physical activity sector and able to participate in work experience.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Beaufort Road

    Beaufort Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL6 6NX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Ashton-Under-Lyne

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