Sport Development Level 3

Apply your skills and knowledge of sport and exercise science in this excellent progression opportunity – the Level 3 Diploma in Sport Development.

By working with current Level 2 and Level 3 sport students alongside our teachers, you apply your skills practically and gain relevant experience ahead of your career. You also have the chance to assist with assessments and complete a basic teaching qualification.

The qualification covers the core unit of sports development, plus an additional four units from the following list to allow for your individual development:

- Assessing risk in sport
- Sports coaching
- Current issues in sport
- Leadership in sport
- Sports injuries
- Talent identification
- Development in sport
- Rules, regulations and officiating in sport
- Organising sports events
- Physical education and the care of children and young people
- Sport as a business
- Sports legacy development

Please note that you cannot repeat any units that you have previosly completed as part of the Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science.

Gains include:

- continuing development of your knowledge of the sport and recreation industry
- supporting in the teaching, learning and assessment of specified units, including fitness testing, training and fitness, and practical sport
- practical opportunities to demonstrate your teamwork and leadership skills while working with Level 2 and Level 3 students

You need to have completed your Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science with a high level of attendance and punctuality.

You also need to demonstrate a commitment to personal development and a willingness to learn in a practical, proactive manner.

On successful completion you can progress into the sport and recreation industry or into higher education – why not take a look at our Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching, Fitness and Rehabilitation? See the university-level section of the website.