Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development

Program Overview

The Level 3 National Foundation Diploma prepares individuals for careers in sports coaching or development. Endorsed by CIMPSA, it provides a pathway to entry-level positions as assistant coaches or in youth sports and primary school settings. Upon completion, students can pursue further education or consider university degrees.

Program Outline

Careers:

The Level 3 National Foundation Diploma will prepare you for further study, or for employment. As the course is endorsed by CIMPSA, it’s recognised by employers as being suitable for entry to employment as an assistant coach or in sports development roles. As a coach, you may work in youth sport or with children at beginner levels, for example primary-school age. This area has grown substantially in recent years since the introduction of the Government’s PE and sport premium. progress on to a Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development consider university courses. This qualification is equivalent to 1.5 A-levels and, when combined with other qualifications, prepares you for degree-level study.