Professional Sports Coaching Level 3

This course is designed to give you qualifications and practical skills directly applicable to the sports industry. The main themes of the course are sports coaching, sports leadership, working with children and fitness instructing.

A variety of learning styles are developed and include formal classroom lessons, group work, presentations, individual tutorials, and practical coaching sessions. All students are encouraged to find voluntary work in the sports industry prior to starting the course. In addition to your main programme, you will also engage in activities to develop your English, maths, and employability skills.

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Professional Sports Coaching Level 3
Course Outline: This course is designed to give you qualifications and practical skills directly applicable to the sports industry.
LevelLevel 3
LocationColchester
DurationOne Year
Study ModeFull-Time
Campus / Adult Skills CentreColchester Campus
Start DateSeptember 2025
Fee(s)This study programme is for learners aged 17 and over only.
17 – 18 year olds: Free
19+: £2,882
Other fees include £100 for coaching uniform.
Course Content

Professional Sports Coaching students can achieve a range of industry qualifications that include the following –

  • SLQ Level 3 Qualification in Sports Leadership
  • YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Leadership, Management and Customer Service in Sport and Active Leisure
  • 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching
  • YMCA Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing
Entry Requirements
  • 5 GCSEs (9-4) including English and Maths, or Level 2 Functional Skills equivalent, plus one year’s coaching experience
  • Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)* check
  • An interview
  • Only available to students aged 17 or over.

* Please note there is a charge of approximately £50 for an online DBS check.

Course Progression

Course Progression

  • The opportunity exists for students to progress to university. The extra 40 UCAS points available may enhance a university application
  • HNC Level 4 in Sports Coaching at Colchester Institute
  • Opportunities for employment are within the sport and recreation sector, particularly in sports facilities, schools, sports coaching organisations and fitness gyms. The qualifications on the course are recognised nationally in the sport, leisure, and recreation field, providing students with very comprehensive curriculum vitaes (CVs)

Fees and Finance

Students’ college education is funded for three academic years after leaving secondary school in year 11. Please click the button below which will apply to your age on the 31st August 2025 in order to find out more information about fees and finance relating to your course.

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