Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4) Sports Coach

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Key Facts

Level: 4
Duration: 24 months
Course Code: AP4SSPC
Cost - UK/EU: £undefined
Cost - Non EU: £undefined

Code: AP4SSPC

The Level 4 School Sport Coach apprenticeship is designed for individuals passionate about promoting physical activity and sports within schools and the wider community.

This advanced programme equips you with the skills, knowledge, and leadership abilities to deliver high-quality coaching, lead sports initiatives, and support the development of young people’s physical, social, and emotional wellbeing.

Throughout the apprenticeship, you will learn how to plan and deliver effective coaching sessions, engage diverse groups of children and young people, and collaborate with schools, sports clubs, and community organisations. You will also develop skills in leadership, safeguarding, and health promotion, preparing you to take on roles that influence sport and physical activity provision at a strategic level.

This apprenticeship opens pathways to careers in school sport coaching, community sports development, and youth engagement, enabling you to make a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of young people.

Entry Requirements

  • GCSE grades C/4 or above in English and Maths are exempt from Functional Skills
  • Level 3 Sport Qualification and/or Coaching Experience
  • If an Apprentice has not already achieved Level 2 (GCSE C/4 or above) English or Maths they must: -Study for and achieve Functional Skills Level 2 English OR Maths (Apprentices must have one or the other to be eligible)

Progression

  • HND in Sport and Exercise Science / Sp Coaching Blended Learning–L5 (Delivered through Lough Coll)
  • BSc in Sports Coaching and Development – Level 6 (Reduced duration - Sheffield University)

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