Important reminder: The 2024-25 V Cert Non-Examined Assessment (NEA) brief for our Level 1/2 Technical Award qualifications will be released on 1 October 2024, rather than in September. Find out more.
NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity (Outdoors)
Ref:
601/8878/9/OUT
Sector:
Leisure, Travel and Tourism
Features:
Learning Resources Available, UCAS, Nested Qualification
Registration & certification fee:
£122.00
Level:
Level 3
Minimum entry age:
16
GLH:
360
TQT:
420
This qualification has been allocated UCAS points. Please refer to the UCAS website for further details of the points allocation and the most up-to-date information.
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and above.
The qualification is designed for learners who want to go on to higher level studies, and is suitable for use within a Study Programme.
It will give learners skills, knowledge and an understanding of the sport and physical activity sector.
What is a nested qualification?
This qualification is nested. Qualifications within a nested suite allow learners to be topped up to a qualification that is the same level and subject within the Introductory Certificate, Certificate, Diploma and Extended Diploma structure. This can be done by self-service through the Portal. Qualification nests and top-up pricing can be found in our fees list.
Support materials
Qualification specification (PDF | 4075 KB)
Qualification specification (Word) (DOCX | 2135 KB)
Features and benefits (PDF | 91 KB)
Learner overview (PDF | 97 KB)
Letter of support - London South Bank University (PDF | 310 KB)
Letter of support - Southampton Solent University (PDF | 220 KB)
Letter of support - University of Huddersfield (PDF | 363 KB)
Letter of support - University of Sunderland (PDF | 267 KB)
Using UMS to calculate qualification grades (PDF | 126 KB)
Grading calculator (XLSX | 17 KB)
Support Handbook (PDF | 327 KB)
Assessment materials
Internal assessment sample tasks (PDF | 157 KB)
Teaching materials
Unit breakdown
Exercise, Health and Lifestyle (J/508/4583)
Preparing for a Career in Sport and Physical Activity (D/508/4637)
Principles and Practices in Outdoor Adventure (R/508/4585)
Impact and Sustainability in Outdoor Adventure (H/508/4607)
Alternative Pursuits for Outdoor Adventure (K/508/4608)
Environmental Education for Outdoor Adventure (F/508/4615)
Equipment and Facilities for Outdoor and Adventurous Activities (J/508/4616)
Skills for Land-Based Outdoor and Adventurous Activities (H/508/4123)
Skills for Water-Based Outdoor and Adventurous Activities (K/508/4124)
Outdoor and Adventurous Expeditions (M/508/4125)
Managing Facilities for Sport and Physical Activity (R/508/4621)
Assessing Risk in Sport (F/508/4582)
Leadership in Sport (R/508/4599)
Performance Management in Sport and Physical Activity Businesses (Y/508/4619)
Personal and Professional Development (D/508/4623)
Business in Sport (J/508/4602)
Practical Individual Sports (H/508/4588)
Organising Sports Events (R/508/4604)
Practical Team Sports (D/508/4587)
Sport Development (L/508/4598)
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology (L/508/4584)
Psychology for Sports Performance (K/508/4592)
Current Issues in Sport (A/508/4595)
Sports Injuries (J/508/4597)
Sports Coaching (D/508/4122)
Sports Nutrition (Y/508/4622)
Ethics and Values in Sport (F/508/4601)
Sport and Exercise Massage (L/508/4603)
Work Experience in Sport (Y/508/4586)
Leading Land-Based Activities (D/617/1089)
Leading Water-Based Activities (R/617/1090)