Sports Coaching College Diploma Level 3
Course
In Colchester
*Indicative price
Original amount in USD:
$ 1,417
Description
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Location
Colchester
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Different dates available
The course is made up of a diverse range of modules that form the College Diploma in Sports Coaching. 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 sports coaching prior to starting the course. In addition to your main programme, you will also engage in GEM and GAP activities to develop your English, maths and employability skills.
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About this course
5 GCSEs (grades A*-C) including English and maths or equivalent, plus one year’s coaching experience and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)* check, and an interview.
* Please note there is a charge of £44 for a DBS check.
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Subjects
- IT
- Coaching
- Full Time
- English
- Maths
- Skills and Training
- Team Training
- Fitness
- Employability
Course programme
This course is designed to give you qualifications and practical skills directly applicable to the sports industry. The main themes of the College Diploma are sports coaching, sports leadership, working with children and fitness instructing.
The course is made up of a diverse range of modules that form the College Diploma in Sports Coaching. 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 sports coaching prior to starting the course. In addition to your main programme, you will also engage in GEM and GAP activities to develop your English, maths and employability skills.
Course content
Sports Coaching Diploma students have the opportunity to achieve a range awards that may include the following –
Level 3 Certificate in Higher Sports Leaders – this includes Event Management, Disability Sport and Emergency First Aid Training. 30 UCAS points are awarded on achieving this qualification.
- 1st4sport Level 3 Award in the Principles of Coaching Sport
- 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Supporting the Delivery of PE and School Sport
- YMCA Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Gym-based exercise)
- NGB Coaching Awards in Different Sports (includes FA Level 1 Award in Coaching Football) – subject to tutor availability
- Safeguarding of Children Training
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs (grades A*-C) including English and maths or equivalent, plus one year’s coaching experience and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)* check, and an interview.
* Please note there is a charge of £44 for a DBS check.
Course Progression
As the College Diploma is a diverse combination of various awards it is not nationally recognised in its own right (although each individual award is). The opportunity may exist for students to progress onto Higher Education. The extra UCAS points available may enhance a university application.
Career Prospects
Opportunities for employment are within the sport and recreation sector, particularly in sports facilities, schools, sports coaching organisations and fitness gyms. The modules on the course are recognised nationally in the sport, leisure and recreation field, providing students with very comprehensive curriculum vitaes (CVs).
How To Apply
Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal programme.
Simply download and complete the relevant application form and return it to our Admissions team as early as possible.
You can return your completed application form in person or by post to our Colchester
(for applications to Colchester and Clacton) or Braintree campuses:
Admissions
Colchester Institute
Sheepen Road
Colchester
CO3 3LL
Admissions
The College at Braintree
Church Lane
Braintree
CM7 5SN
If you are currently at school, please check with them as some schools will be coordinating applications centrally.
If you have any further questions about the application process, please visit our
Frequently Asked Questions page.
Applying for a Full-Time course
Our term starts the week commencing 5th September 2016,
however you may have different start dates depending on the course.
You will receive the details of your first day over the summer period,
but if you are unsure please call our Course Enquiries line on (01206) 712777.
You will need to complete an application form for our full-time courses,
our full-time application form can be downloaded here:
Download Application Form - Full-Time Courses, Apprenticeships & Access Courses (PDF)
Applicants will receive an acknowledgement email or card within one week of the application being received by our Admissions team,
if you do not receive this you should contact the team on (01206) 712777 to check that your application has been received.
*Are you 19 or over?
If you are 19 or over on the day your course starts, and your course is an approved qualification at level 3 or above, you may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan to cover the cost of your tuition.
Please call (01206) 712777 for more information.
Sports Coaching College Diploma Level 3
*Indicative price
Original amount in USD:
$ 1,417