Level 3 Diplomas in Sport and Outdoor Activities

Level 3 Diplomas in

Sport and Outdoor Activities

Leading to a Diploma or Extended Diploma

This action-packed training programme will put you on the right track for a career in the fast growing outdoor adventure industry.

You will develop your understanding of sports coaching, leadership and organising sporting events, as well as gain practical skills in key outdoor activities.

There’s also the opportunity to study industry-recognised qualifications in addition to the course, to help you stand out when it comes to job hunting.

Diploma

What will I study?

Careers in the Sport and Activity Leisure Industry
Health, Wellbeing and Sport
Personal Skills Development in Outdoor Activities
Health and Safety Factors in Outdoor Learning
Outdoor Activity Provision
Anatomy and Physiology in Sport
Applied Leadership and Instructing in Outdoor Activities
Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications

Length of the course

2 years, full-time

Entry requirements

Typically 4 GCSEs at grade 4 (including maths and English), or a Level 2 qualification in a relevant subject.
A genuine interest and experience in adventurous activities

What qualifications will I gain?

Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Sport and Outdoor Activities
You will also have the opportunity to work towards a range of National Governing Body qualifications
Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications

Course options after this programme

Higher Education

Career options

Outdoor instructor in Britain or abroad
Outdoor education teacher in schools or outdoor centres
Lead groups at home and abroad in the adventure tourism sector
Professional athlete in the adventure industry
Adventure sports retailer
Adventure sports coach
Adventure training instructor in the armed services
Expedition leader
Sports physiology
Sports nutrition
Sports equipment development
Adventure tourism

Extended Diploma

What will I study?

Careers in the Sport and Activity Leisure Industry
Health, Wellbeing and Sport
Personal Skills Development in Outdoor Activities
Health and Safety Factors in Outdoor Learning
Outdoor Activity Provision
Anatomy and Physiology in Sport
Applied Leadership and Instructing in Outdoor Activities
Impact and Sustainability in Outdoor Adventure
Expedition Experience
Research Projects

Length of the course

2 years, full-time

Entry requirements

At least 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English, Maths and Science or PE
Level 2 in Adventure Sport at Merit or equivalent Level 2 Diploma and English and Maths GCSE at grade 4 or above
A genuine interest and experience in adventurous activities

What qualifications will I gain?

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Outdoor Activities
You will also have the opportunity to work towards a range of National Governing Body qualifications

Course options after this programme

Progress into higher education
Foundation Degree Adventure Sports and Coaching

Career options

Outdoor instructor in Britain or abroad
Outdoor education teacher in schools or outdoor centres
Lead groups at home and abroad in the adventure tourism sector
Professional athlete in the adventure industry
Adventure sports retailer
Adventure sports coach
Adventure training instructor in the armed services
Expedition leader
Sports physiology
Sports nutrition
Sports equipment development
Adventure tourism

Additional qualifications

You may be able to access NGB qualifications during your course. These qualifications are subject to an additional cost for certification and registration with the relevant awarding body .

Hill and mountain skills
Training and assessment for the Lowland Leader award
Training and assessment for the Climbing Wall award
ITC outdoor first aid course (16 hours)
Training and assessment for the British Canoe Union 2 star award
The British Canoe Union foundation safety and rescue training
Training and assessment for the British Canoe Union 3 star award
Training and assessment for the Royal Yachting Association level 1 and 2 dinghy sailing awards
Training and assessment for the Royal Yachting Association level 1 and 2 power boat awards
Training and assessment for the single pitch award
Level 2 bushcraft course
Archery instructor award
British Canoe Union (UKCC) level 1 coach award
British Canoe Union (UKCC) level 2 coach award (training)
Royal Yachting Association dinghy instructor
Mountain leader award (Summer) training and assessment
Mountain biking instructors award scheme (MIAS) level 2 and 3 course

There are also a range of residential visits that may take place as part of your course or are available as an extra:

Duke of Edinburgh

Your Reaseheath experience

Accommodation

At Reaseheath we have on-site residential accommodation for up to 1,000 students. If you are aged over 16 and studying on a full-time course you may apply for a residential place. Click here to find out all about living at Reaseheath.

Transport

We offer a high-quality college bus service which collects over 1,400 students every day from across Cheshire and surrounding areas. This makes getting to Reaseheath easy, safe and affordable for all of our students.

For more information and to find a list of our bus routes, prices and to apply for your bus pass, please visit the transport page on our website.

Student life

Outside of lessons, you’ll have lots of opportunity to enjoy student life. We have a lively programme of social events, such as go-karting, cinema trips and our popular ‘Thursday Social’, as well as our annual Summer Ball. If you are looking to take up a sport, develop a skill or make new friends, you can use the college gym, get involved in the college’s charity fundraising events, complete your Duke of Edinburgh Award or sign-up to one of our many clubs and societies. From creative arts to conservation, photography to badminton and even jujitsu, there really is something for everyone! Click here to find out about everything you can get involved in.

Your study programme

Your study programme (made up of your core qualification, Maths and English, BeEmployable, BeReady passport, BeActive and BeInvolved) will give you the edge when it comes to progressing successfully into your career of choice.

Your study programme is designed to offer a challenging and exciting learning journey that not only gives you the knowledge needed to succeed in your chosen area of study but also wider technical, academic, personal and employability skills.

Throughout your time at Reaseheath, you will have a personal tutor who will provide 1:1 guidance and support. The goal of your tutor is to help maximise your level of achievement and to help ensure positive progression to further study or employment.

Useful information

Choosing the right course for you

We offer a number of routes within each level to suit individual needs. You can apply for the course level based on your GCSEs or equivalent qualifications. Find out more here or at one of our course open events and taster days.

How much will this course cost?

If you are under 19 on 31st August of the same year you intend to start your course, the tuition fees and exam costs are free for our courses. If you are aged 19 or over you may have to pay a fee.

You may also be required to pay costs associated with study tours or additional qualifications.

For more information on fees and to find out about what financial support may be available to you visit the student finance pages on our website.

How do I apply?

If you have found a course you are interested in and are in Year 11 or above you can apply online, applications open on 1st October in the academic year before you are due to start. For a step-by-step guide on the application process visit the how to apply pages on our website.

“The course is assignment based, so very different from school, and everyone is here because they want to do it.”

Emilia JefferyLevel 3 Extended Diploma in Adventure Sports

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