About the course
This Entry Level 3 NCFE Sport qualification is intended to be accessible to a wide range of learners of all abilities. Learners can develop a 'hands-on' approach to their learning and gain practical skills, knowledge and understanding in their chosen vocational area. The skills, knowledge and understanding gained may help learners prepare for work through real or simulated work situations and may contribute to preparing them for working life beyond education.
Key Information
Location: Preston Campus
Course length: One Year (35 weeks)
Available course dates: Please select the appropriate campus and start date to apply online.
Preston Campus
September 2026
Preston Campus
September 2027
Course Modules
Examples of some of the units that will be studied are:
Travel and tourism
Health and fitness
Planning a visit
Taking part in sport
Assist in sports coaching
How the body works
Indoor team games
Working as a volunteer
Working in a team
Food and nutrition
Caring for young children
Improving own confidence
Personal finances
Entry requirements & additional information
To apply for the EL3 Sport course, students need to be working at EL3 and have passed EL3 Maths and English or at least be working towards EL3 Maths and English.
Students are required to complete a variety of activities and create a portfolio to evidence achievements during the course, which include witness statements, photo evidence, worksheets, posters etc. This is sent to NCFE at the end of the course for verification.
On completion of the Entry Level 3 Sport course, students have the options of progressing to Level 1 courses across College or a L1 Employability Skills.