This course will prepare and support your progression to higher education, and employment in the sport and exercise science sector.You will gain the knowledge, understanding and skills that underpin study of the Sport and Exercise Science sector.You will hear from professionals in the fitness, sports, health, leisure and education industries to ensure you gain the skills required by the industry.
You will study a range of topics which may include:
You can apply using our online application form and clicking the Apply Now button at the top of this page. For more information support with your enquiry or application please contact Student Services by emailing contact@nnc.ac.uk or by calling 01909 504500.
“I chose to study Sport at North Notts College, because it provides me with the skills required to pursue a career in professional ice hockey and personal training.”
Ellie Newton Level 3 - BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development![]()
We make every effort to ensure information within our online course directory is accurate and a true representation of the courses we are offering in 2022-23 or 2023-24. However, we do reserve the right to make changes if necessary.
“I chose to study Sport at North Notts College, because it provides me with the skills required to pursue a career in professional ice hockey and personal training.”
Ellie Newton Level 3 - BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development![]()
The sports sector is ideal for those who have a passion for fitness and wish to share that drive with others.
Sports Development Officers organise projects and training to encourage people to take part in sport and have a healthier lifestyle.
Find and train staff, coaches and volunteers for projects, promote and run projects and activities, monitor and evaluate projects, find funding, manage resources and budgets, put local and national policies into practice, attend meetings, seminars and conferences and coach or supervise sports activities.**
You could work in an office, at a school, on a sports field, at a fitness centre or at a college.
*Information from EMSI 2022 **Information from nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
Fitness Instructors organise exercise programmes to improve people's health and fitness.
Assess people’s fitness and create personal exercise plans, demonstrate activities, exercise machines and weights, help people exercise safely, lead group exercise classes, give advice
on healthy eating and lifestyle, update client records, follow health and safety guidelines and maintain equipment and market your classes to gain new clients.**
In the community, at a school, at a health centre or in a park.
*Information from EMSI 2022 **Information from nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
In-demand skills that commonly appear in job descriptions for roles within the sport sector include*:
“I chose to study Sport at North Notts College, because it provides me with the skills required to pursue a career in professional ice hockey and personal training.”
Ellie Newton Level 3 - BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development![]()
“I really enjoy coming into College, because it’s a friendly and enjoyable place to learn and I learn the skills that I need for a career in Sport.”
Christian Glister Level 3 - BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development![]()
“I love sport and College provides me with the perfect place to see my friends and develop the skills I need to work within Sport.”
Lana Ballantyne Level 3 - BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development