Sport Level 1

If you enjoy sport, being active and working as part of a team, the NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Sport is a great place to start building your skills and exploring a future in the sports and leisure industry.

You will develop your practical sporting ability while learning about coaching, fitness, leadership, health and nutrition. The course combines classroom learning with practical sessions, giving you the opportunity to learn by doing.

You will study topics including:

• Sports Coaching - develop an understanding of how to support and coach others
• Leading Others - build your confidence, communication and leadership skills
• Strength and Conditioning - explore how exercise can improve fitness and sporting performance
• Health and Nutrition - understand how healthy lifestyles, exercise and nutrition can support wellbeing
• Sport and the Leisure Sector - explore different careers and opportunities within the sports industry. 

You will take part in practical sport, fitness and coaching sessions, giving you the opportunity to develop your skills and confidence in different sporting environments.

You may also have opportunities to take part in enrichment activities such as outdoor challenges, visits to sporting facilities, coaching experiences and university or industry-related activities. Opportunities will vary throughout the year.

You will complete 35 hours of work experience as part of your study programme through placements, employer engagement, guest speakers and master classes to support your introduction into the sports world.

This will give you the opportunity to experience a real working environment while developing your communication, teamwork, confidence and professional skills.

You will be assessed through a combination of coursework, practical activities, assignments, presentations and demonstrations of your skills.

Lessons can include:

• Practical sport sessions
• Coaching activities
• Fitness and conditioning
• Leadership challenges
• Teamwork activities
• Health and nutrition tasks
• Research and coursework
• Presentations
• Practical demonstrations
• Work-related learning.

The course focuses on learning by doing, allowing you to develop your confidence and apply your knowledge through practical activities.

Your tutors will provide regular feedback to help you improve your skills and prepare for your next step.

The NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Sport is designed to help you develop the skills and confidence needed to progress into further study and begin exploring careers within the sports and leisure industry. 

Successful completion of Level 1 can provide a pathway to the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Sports Coaching, where you can develop your sporting, coaching and fitness skills further.

You may also be able to progress to other relevant Level 2 courses, depending on your interests and entry requirements. 

The skills you develop can help you explore future careers such as:

• Sports Coach
• Assistant Coach
• Activity Leader
• Community Sports Support
• Sports Club Assistant
• Leisure and Recreation roles
• Fitness and Exercise pathways

Further study and qualifications will be required for many specialist careers within sport. 

Whether you want to play sport, coach others, work in the leisure industry or develop a career in fitness, this course gives you the opportunity to build your confidence, practical skills and understanding of the sports industry.

This course is the first step towards progressing through Level 2 and Level 3 Sport, helping you work towards your future career or further study.