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Watersports Instructor Diploma

at Cornwall College, St. Austell · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2025see the detail

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma1 yearFull time£709

What the college says

If you love being outdoors and want a practical route into the watersports industry this course is designed around real time on the water. Around three quarters of your timetable is spent afloat at Stithians Lake building your personal skills before progressing into leadership and coaching. You will also work towards recognised qualifications that help you move into employment or onto Level 3.

What you need to get on

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers • Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification and this must include GCSE English or maths grade 3 or equivalent. Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group • Successful completion of previous course and, where relevant, meet the English and/or maths requirements of the Level 2 course. Please note: Some of our courses may have extra entry re

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

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

  • Falmouth Marine School

    Killigrew Street, TR11 3QS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026

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