LEVEL 3

Level 3 Community Sport and Health Officer Apprenticeship 

REQUIREMENTS

  • Apprentices aged 16 to 18 at the start of their training are required to achieve a Level 1 Maths and English qualification, with Level 2 attempted (or GCSE Grade C/4 or above) to complete their apprenticeship if they do not already hold suitable equivalent qualifications. For those aged 19+ at the start of their training, study can also be funded up to an approved Level 2 in English or Maths (or both); achievement is not mandatory, and employers may choose to opt out.
  • Typical duration 16 months on programme.
  • Completion of all apprenticeship knowledge, skills and behaviours.
  • 'Off the job' training must be provided (370 hours).
  • Support from an employment mentor with progress reviews every 4 weeks.

CONTENT

  • Promote physical activity, healthy lifestyles and positive wellbeing within communities.
  • Plan, deliver and evaluate sport, physical activity and health improvement programmes for individuals and groups.
  • Build relationships with local organisations, partners and community groups to increase participation and improve health outcomes.
  • Identify barriers to participation and develop inclusive activities that engage diverse communities.
  • Support behaviour change by motivating individuals to adopt healthier lifestyles through physical activity and wellbeing initiatives.
  • Apply safeguarding, health and safety, equality, diversity and inclusion principles within community sport and health settings.
  • Collect and evaluate data to measure the impact of projects, programmes and community interventions.
  • Develop professional communication, leadership, teamwork and organisational skills to effectively support community engagement and health improvement.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

  • Workplace and remote tutor meetings.
  • Independent research and written assignments.
  • Professional discussions.
  • Reflective accounts.
  • Workplace observations.
  • Witness testimonies completed by supervisors or managers.
  • Portfolio of evidence demonstrating knowledge, skills and behaviours.

End Point Assessment 

End Point Assessment will take place in the final 3 months, dependent on learner progress. The End Point Assessment consists of:

  • Observation with questions.
  • Case Study challenge
  • Presentation with questions
  • Panel interview (supported by reflections)

Interested in this apprenticeship?