Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Acitivity,  this is a new qualification that will replace our A Level PE option. It is an OCR Level 3 qualification and equivalent to 1 A level.

• Body systems and the effects of physical activity
• Sports coaching and activity leadership
• Sports organisation and development
• Organisation of sports events
• Sports injuries and rehabilitation

The first 3 units are mandatory but the other 2 are optional and can be changed depending on the cohort.

There are 3 externally examined units and a choice of centre-assessed units. The units may include the following:

• Sports coaching and activity Leadership
• Sports Injuries and rehabilitation
• Exercise and the body systems
• Effects of physical activity
• Organisation of sport within the UK
• Evaluating performance within a sport

The units are graded as Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction*. The qualification for the Extended Certificate is graded as Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction*. 

By learning a wide range of topics, pupils are able to get a taste of the types of skills and roles available within the sport and physical activity industry. These roles could include coaching or leadership, but may also lead them to study sports coaching, sports science or sport psychology at University.

Here are the pathway and options for Level 3 Cambridge Technicals in Sport and Physical Activity...

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