Extended Certificate in Sport – Level 3

Units include:

• business
• fitness training
• practical sports performance
• coaching

September – June

You must have achieved an appropriate Level 2 vocational qualification and/or four GCSEs at grade 4/5 (C) including English or maths.

You will be assessed internally through a variety of methods, consisting of written assignments, power point presentations, poster presentations, practical tasks, demonstrations, discussions, group work and voluntary work.

Each assessment will be graded pass, merit distinction with a points value 7, 8, 9. Some units will be assessed externally through short answer exams and case study exams.

On completion of the course students can also progress onto a range of academic programmes of study including a foundation degree at Middlesbrough College or a degree course at a selection of other universities after their second year.

Alternatively you can progress onto an apprenticeship, providing you secure employment.

Internal progression options are Active IQ Level 2 or 3 Personal Training and foundation degrees in personal training or fitness with sports therapies.

The College Careers Service is available to all our students. We can help you when deciding which course or option you wish to take. During your course we ensure you develop employability skills and gain relevant experience. We provide information, advice and support when completing your course and progressing to work or going into higher education. When applying for university we can provide support with the UCAS application and Student Finance.

Tuition fees are free if you are a UK or home-fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course.

Additional financial support may also be available for full-time students – click here to find out more.

Click the ‘Apply Now’ button at the top of this page which will take you to an application form. After receiving your application form you will be invited to attend an informal interview. Click here to download the full time application form.

If you have any queries with regards to your application or you would like further information and support, please contact our Admissions Team on 01642 333601, or if you have any enquiries about courses, please contact Course Information on 01642 333333 or e-mail CourseInformation@mbro.ac.uk

All full time students will be offered a number of options to secure meaningful work experience during the year. This is an important aspect of the course and will help to develop your skills to get a job or progress to a higher level qualification at Middlesbrough College or potentially gain a place at university.