Sport Coaching and Development Extended Diploma
Sport Coaching and Development Extended Diploma
If you’re passionate about sport and looking to take the next step in your development, this course provides the ideal foundation for a career in coaching and fitness. Designed as a natural progression from a Level 2 qualification, it blends theoretical study with hands-on experience to help you grow into a confident and capable sporting professional.
You’ll explore key subjects such as psychology, anatomy, and sports performance, while developing the practical skills essential for high-level coaching. Real-world experience is at the heart of this course - you’ll take part in community-based projects, volunteering, or work placements, building the experience and confidence that employers value.
This qualification is designed to prepare you for employment, an apprenticeship, or further study. You’ll gain the knowledge, skills, and experience to stand out in the competitive world of sport and coaching.
After completion, you may have the opportunity to continue your journey at University Centre South Devon by progressing onto the FdSc Sports Coaching and Fitness.
Whether your ambition is to become a Sports Coach, PE Teacher, Sports Development Officer, Sport Psychologist, or Sports Therapist, our expert team will support you in exploring your options and achieving your goals in the sports industry.
You will need to have achieved a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4(C) or above, including Maths and English
You should have a genuine interest in this subject
Year 1:
Careers in Sport
Health & Well-being
Developing Coaching Skills
Sports Development
Self-Employment
Practical Sports
Year 2
Applied Coaching Skills
Research Methods for Sports Coaching
Sports Psychology
Nutrition
Anatomy & Physiology
Technical and Tactical Skills in Sport












