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Are you passionate about sport and fitness? Whether you’re into sports coaching, sports journalism, sports therapy, or sports marketing, studying Sport at Craven College is your chance to turn that passion into a profession.

The sport industry is fast-paced, exciting, and full of opportunities. This course is designed for students aged 16 and over who want to gain the practical skills, knowledge, and confidence to succeed in a wide range of sport-related careers. You’ll explore everything from sports nutrition and anatomy and physiology to injury prevention, coaching techniques, and event planning.

At Craven College, you’ll take part in active, hands-on sessions that boost your fitness and develop your training techniques. You’ll also build essential transferable skills like teamwork, communication, leadership, resilience, and time management – all highly valued by employers across the sport and fitness sectors.

You’ll gain real-world experience through work placements, giving your CV a competitive edge and helping you prepare for higher education or direct entry into the workplace. Whether you want to work in a gym, sports club, school, media outlet, or health setting, this course sets you up for success.

Our expert tutors bring industry experience into the classroom, offering guidance and support to help you reach your goals in the dynamic world of sport.

NEWS:  
£38,670
Average Salary
Sports Coaches, Instructors & Officials, Personal Trainer, Leisure & Sports Managers & Proprietors
Suggested Occupations
+4.2%
Projected Industry Growth
Vocational
TitleLevel
SportLevel 1, Level 2, Level 3
Degrees & Higher Levels
TitleLevel
Sport (Community Sport & Physical Activities) HNCLevel 4
Part-time
TitleStart
Gym Instructing Level 2 CertificateTue 30 September 2025
Personal Training Level 3 DiplomaThu 11 September 2025
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