Level 3 Certificate in Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education and School Sport (RQF)
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- Original price was: £979.00.£589.00Current price is: £589.00.
- 1 year
- Level 3, Level 3 Certificate
- Awarded by 'Focus Awards'
- 164Guided Learning Hours
- 280 Hours Total Qualification Time
- Qualification Number: 601/7930/2
- 28 Credits
- Self-study Online
- Ofqual Regulated Qualification
- 16UCAS Points
Course Overview
Inspire Young Minds through Sports
Help children thrive through sport, teamwork, and movement. The Level 3 Certificate in Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education and School Sport is an occupational qualification, providing practical skills and knowledge to plan, deliver, and review physical education (PE) and school sport programmes. Regulated by Ofqual, this Level 3 certificate in physical education is suitable for those who work or aspire to work in a school-based environment or sports setting, seeking to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people.
Often chosen as a specialist route within a Level 3 teaching assistant qualification, this course focuses on supporting the physical development of pupils and contributing to an active and healthy school environment. This qualification equips you with expert knowledge of child and young person development, effective communication strategies, and safeguarding practices, areas essential to your role in supporting physical education in schools.
You will receive comprehensive study materials, blending theory with hands-on practice, giving you the tools to support children’s growth in sports and education. This qualification lays a strong foundation for progressing to higher education at Level 4 or 5, and with relevant experience, can lead to a bachelor’s degree in sports and physical education. You will be ready to pursue roles such as PE support assistant or school sports coach.
The assessment is portfolio-based with practical application, making it ideal to gain real-world experience. You need to be 16 years of age to enrol in the Level 3 physical education course. You will earn UCAS points, helping to strengthen your application for future university courses.
We provide expert tutors to guide and support you every step of the way, helping you to transform your passion for sports and education into a meaningful and fulfilling career.
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Expertly Crafted E-Learning Content
We provide expertly designed and development course materials.
Dedicated Personal Tutor
A personal tutor and key account manager are available to support you.
Flexible Learning
You can fit your studies around a flexible schedule.
12 Months Access
Our online learning portal can be accessed for up to 12 months.
Boost Your Skills and Employability
Plan and deliver physical education and programmes within schools.
Friendly Customer Support
We offer a friendly customer support team to answer your questions.
Instructor-led Virtual Discussions
You can engage in instructor-led virtual group discussions (blended learning experience).
Interest-free instalment plan
Interest-free instalment payment plans are offered for your convenience.
What Will I Learn?
Build positive relationships and communicate effectively with children, young people, and colleagues.
Explain the stages of development for children and young people and how these impact learning.
Understand how a school operates and the roles within a school setting.
Plan and deliver PE and sports sessions within school environments.
Flexible Study Options to Suit Your Schedule
Choose from our Standard or Fast-Track pathways, both designed to deliver the same high-quality education and nationally recognised qualifications. Our experienced tutors provide comprehensive support throughout your studies.
Features
Flexible payment plan available at checkout
Programme Schedule
Course Access & Support
1:1 Live Virtual Tutorials
With Q&A
Resubmission Fee
Course Extenstion
Final Results and Feedback
Turnitin & AI Software
Bonus CPD (Short) Courses
Standard Plan
9-12 Months
1 Year
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Fee is applied
Fee is applied
Within 14 days
NO, Dedicated User Account
NO
Fast-track Plan
6 Months
1 Year
2 Sessions per Month
FREE Resubmission
FREE 6-Month Extension
Witin 5 days
Yes, Dedicated User Account
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Key Features
High quality e-learning study materials.
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24/7 Access to the Learning Portal.
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Recognised Accredited Qualification.
Excellent customer service and administrative support.
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Once you enrol with us, we offer you full learner support. We want to see you succeed in your professional goals. We provide complete access to a personal tutor who is an expert in their field.
Your tutor will assess your work, give you the required feedback, and help you improve throughout your time at SLC.
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| Learning Outcomes |
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| Who is this Course For? | This course is suitable for those who want to work in a school sports or physical education setting.
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| Certification | Once you complete this course, you will be awarded the Level 3 Certificate in Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education and School Sport by Focus Awards and regulated by Ofqual. |
| Career Progression | Shape the Future of Physical Education
Completing the Level 3 Certificate in Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education and School Sport opens the door to various roles in school sports settings. Once qualified, you may support the PE teacher in planning and delivering sports activities. This qualification enhances your employability within schools, youth clubs, and sports teams. With the right experience, here are some job prospects you can pursue along with the average salary scale (Source: UK Glassdoor).
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| Entry requirements |
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| Average Completion Timeframe |
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| Method of Assessment | To earn the Level 3 Certificate, you must submit a comprehensive portfolio of your work. Importantly, this course does not have an exam. This is how you will be evaluated during your course.
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| Academic Progression | Upon completing this Level 3 certificate, you can progress to the following.
A possible next step of Academic Progression Pathway:
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| Regulated by | OFQUAL
The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) is a non-ministerial government department that regulates qualifications, exams, and assessments in England. Ofqual ensures that all qualifications offered by recognised awarding organisations meet national standards, so you can trust that any Ofqual-regulated certificate is high quality and widely recognised by employers and universities. RQF The Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) is a system used in England, Northern Ireland, and Wales to categorise and regulate qualifications by level and size. The RQF has 9 levels, starting from beginner level to advanced level. The purpose of RQF is to make it easier for learners and employers to understand what each qualification level means. |
South London College
South London College – Achieve Excellence in Education
South London College is an established online learning provider. We believe that education has the power to transform your future. As a highly regarded platform, we ensure our learners receive life-changing opportunities to achieve their personal and professional goals. Our goal is to inspire and motivate you to become competitive in the fitness industry. Here’s the best opportunity to enrol for the Level 3 Certificate in Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education and School Sport with us.
Awarding Organisation
Focus Awards
Focus Awards is based in the United Kingdom and is regulated by Ofqual (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation), CCEA Regulation in Northern Ireland, and Qualifications Wales. This is an established awarding organisation that specialises in developing and awarding a wide range of nationally recognised qualifications. Their mission is to deliver high-quality and accessible qualifications. Focus Awards was established in 2011 and works with approved training centres to ensure learners receive relevant and modern training and assessment.
Verify this OrganisationCourse Curriculum
Unit 01
Communication and professional relationships with children, young people and adults
- Understand the principles of developing positive relationships with children, young people and adults
- Understand how to communicate with children, young people and adults
- Understand legislation, policies and procedures for confidentiality and sharing information, including data protection
Unit 02
Schools as organisations
- Know the structure of education from early years to post- compulsory education
- Understand how schools are organised in terms of roles and responsibilities
- Understand school ethos, mission, aims and values
- Know about the legislation affecting schools
- Understand the purpose of school policies and procedures
- Understand the wider context in which schools operate
Unit 03
Understand Child and Young Person Development
- Understand the expected pattern of development for children and young people from birth – 19 years
- Understand the factors that influence children and young people’s development and how these affect practice
- Understand how to monitor children and young people’s development and interventions that should take place if this is not following the expected pattern
- Understand the importance of early intervention to support the speech, language and communication needs of children and young people
- Understand the potential effects oftransitions on children and young people’s development
Unit 04
Understand How to Safeguard the Wellbeing of Children and Young People
- Understand the main legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures for safeguarding children and young people.
- Understand the importance of working in partnership with other organisations to safeguard children and young people
- Understand the importance of ensuring children and young people’s safety and protection in the work setting
- Understand how to respond to evidence or concerns that a child or young person has been abused or harmed
- Understand how to respond to evidence or concerns that a child or young person has been bullied
- Understand how to work with children and young people to support their safety and wellbeing
- Understand the importance of e-safety for children and young people
Unit 05
Support assessment for learning
- Understand the purpose and characteristics of assessment for learning
- Be able to use assessment strategies to promote learning
- Be able to support learners in reviewing their learning strategies and achievements
- Be able to contribute to reviewing assessment for learning
Unit 06
Plan a Physical Education and School Sport Programme
- Be able to design and plan a High- Quality Physical Education and
- School Sport activity programme to promote achievement in Physical Education
- Be able to identify and access resources to support the delivery of a High-Quality Physical Education and School Sport programme
- Be able to plan for the review of a High-Quality Physical Education and School Sport programme
Unit 07
Deliver a Physical Education and School Sport Programme
- Be able to establish and maintain relationships with pupils and others involved in the delivery of the Physical Education and School Sport Programme
- Be able to deliver a High-Quality Physical Education and School Sport programme
- Be able to review pupil(s’) progress during the implementation of the Physical Education and School Sport programme
- Understand how to modify the Physical Education and School Sport programme in response to feedback and changes in needs
Unit 08
Review the Delivery of a Physical Education and School Sport Programme
- Be able to monitor the implementation of a High-Quality Physical Education and School Sport programme
- Be able to monitor and review owncontributions to the Physical Education and School Sport programme
- Be able to provide assistance in the development of other adults supporting learners
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FAQ's
This course equips you with the skills and knowledge to work in school-based sports and physical education settings.
This course is suitable for those aspiring or already working in a physical education and school sport setting.
South London College offers a high-quality, supportive learning environment with experienced tutors, industry-recognised qualifications, and flexible learning options suited to individual needs.
Yes, South London College provides excellent customer service, offering ongoing support to students throughout their educational journey.
Yes, you will receive help from our highly experienced tutors who will support you throughout your learning journey.
While it is not mandatory, some experience may be beneficial.
This qualification can lead you to take on various school-based sport positions and roles in physical education.
Yes, this Level 3 physical education course is available online, allowing you the flexibility to study at your own pace and convenience.
You will be assessed on a portfolio of your work and practical application. For more information on the assessment process, contact our support team.
Yes, this Level 3 certificate is widely recognised by employers and professional bodies alike.
Yes, you will learn to organise and plan school sports events.
This supports your progression towards teaching but doesn’t qualify you to become a teacher.
Yes, this course is regulated by Ofqual, the UK’s official qualifications regulator, meaning it meets national education standards.
Some of the topics covered include communication and professional relationships, structure of education, development for children and young people, safeguarding children and young people, and more.
Yes, you will receive the Level 3 Certificate in Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education and School Sport by Focus Awards.
Yes, South London College offers its learners an instalment plan. For further information, you can contact our support team.
Yes, there is a unit that covers planning a PE programme.
Visit the South London College official website and register for the Level 3 Certificate in Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education and School Sport. You will receive your login information to access our learning portal.
The purpose of this qualification is to prepare learners to work in school sports and physical education settings.
You can complete this course within 6 months.
Practical training
I gained the required practical skills to run sports events.
Good for my career
Contributing to physical education in a school setting has been a fulfilling experience.
Highly recommended
I learned how to safeguard and teach in physical education, and I’ve become more confident since.