Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity

The Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Certificate offers a specialist qualification that focuses on particular aspects of employment within the appropriate vocational sector.

The Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Certificate is a qualification, which can extend a learner’s programme of study and it gives vocational emphasis. The Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Certificate is broadly equivalent to one A Level. Over the two years learners will cover five units three of which are stated below (the other two will be decided once the course is underway):

• Body Systems and the Effects of Physical Activity
• Sports Coaching and Leadership
• Sports Organisation and Development

• Body Systems and the Effects of Physical Activity (Examined unit-Yr12)
• Sports Coaching and Leadership (Coursework unit-Yr12)
• Sports Organisation and Development (Examined unit-Yr13)

The assessment approach for the Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport allows learners to receive feedback on their progress throughout the course as they provide evidence towards meeting the unit assessment and grading criteria. Students will be continually assessed through a variety of methods depending on the module. These include; coursework, a case study and a written exam. Students will be rewarded with either a Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction* for each module.

When you apply your teachers will be able to guide you as to which PE course you would be more suited to.

For all Sixth Form courses, students must have five GCSE (or equivalent) passes at Grades 9-4, which must include Mathematics and English Language/Literature at a Grade 4 or above.

Students do not have to have taken PE GCSE or the Cambridge National Qualification previously but if they have, students must have a Grade 4 or above in GCSE PE or a level 2 Pass in the Cambridge National Qualification. They must also be able to demonstrate regular participation in sporting activities.