Outdoor Leadership Diploma Level 3

Please ensure your application includes correct contact information e.g. mobile number and personal email address.

You can apply for up to two courses (except A Level subjects where you must select a minimum of three).

You will only be invited to book an interview for your 1st choice course initially.

Whether you want to become a paddlesport coach, surfing instructor or have an interest in mountain biking, climbing or bushcraft, our outdoor leadership courses could be for you! They're delivered at our Easton College campus set in 200ha of Norfolk countryside.

Our Outdoor Leadership courses are designed to ensure you get a range of theory and practical hands on experience, to develop the future guides and coaches for the outdoor industry.

With specialist equipment and access to Norfolk's stunning waterways, woodland landscapes and East coast surf, you will be able to experiment with a variety of water and adventure sports such as paddleboarding, kayaking, surfing and mountain biking.

You will also have the opportunity to develop your land based and bushcraft skills by completing a variety practical assessments and expeditions, that have included a 48 hour bush craft survival assessment.

Our Outdoor Leadership courses give you access to expert tutoring and support with teachers and coaches who have many years experience in a variety of roles in the outdoor industry including management to Olympic development.

They will guide you to gain practical, technical and tactical skills that will be invaluable for any career path you choose to follow within the outdoor industry.

For further information on the activities you could get up to on the course check out our Outdoor Leadership CCN Instagram page. For example how to boil water in a paper bag, one match fire and how to fit a harness.

In past years 100% of students have progressed onto jobs or higher education in the outdoor adventure industry. Jobs include PGL coaches, instructors, outward bound leaders in the UK and abroad, around one third of students progress onto university based courses.

The purpose of the Level 3 Sports Development and Leadership is to develop and progress students towards their intended career pathway of working within development and leadership within the sports industry. The course looks to develop an understanding of a variety of key principles in sport, covering fitness, development and coaching as specific areas of focus.

During their academic journey students will be provided with opportunities and experiences which will aid their development and help them engage with those from the industry they are aiming to progress in to as a career, which would include coaching, fitness instructing, sports science, and teaching.

Content:
Successful completion of Year 1 will see learners receive a Foundation Diploma, which can be topped up to an Extended Diploma by completing Year 2.

Year 1 Units: Anatomy and Physiology, Fitness Training, Professional Development in the Sports Industry, Sports Leadership, Practical Sports Performance, Rules, Regulations and Officiating in Sport and Sports Event Organisation.

Year 2 Units: Coaching for Performance, Research Methods, Sports Development, Investigating Business, Skill Acquisition, Sports Psychology and Technical and Tactical Demands of Sport.

Your timetable will also consist of tutorial sessions, learning support sessions and (if required) English and Maths.

You will be assessed through a variety of methods including some externally assessed qualifications and internally assessed vocational units. Assessment methods could include assignments, research projects, presentations, demonstrations. All students will be required to complete work experience as part of their course, which will be discussed at enrolment.

In addition to your main programme, you may study English or Maths. Depending on your grades on entry, you will study either Functional Skills or GCSEs English and Maths. Please check our English and Maths page for further information.

Where possible the course includes regular trips, visits and expeditions. Please check out our Outdoor Leadership CCN Instagram page to find out more of what we do.

4 GCSE's at C / 4 grade (including English Language or First Diploma in a related subject at Merit level (including an English or maths qualification at 4 or above). All applicants will be required to swim 200m in 5 minutes due to industry standards.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate a commitment to the course and show some understanding of the industry.

Due to the nature of the course, all applicants must be prepared to participate in outdoor, adventurous activities in all weathers.

Following the completion of this course, students will be able to progress onto Degree level courses at a variety of Univerisities. At City College Norwich we offer a BSC (Hons) in Sport, Health and Exercise Science.

Please ensure you check required UCAS points of your University choices.

Career Progression

Studying Outdoor Leadership gives you access to excellent employment opportunities that have seen our students travel the world and unlock opportunities for self employment.

Our courses are designed to provide you with the qualifications, skills and real work experiences you need to start your journey to an exciting career as a:

• Paddlesport / Surfing Instructor (£12-30k per year),
• Mountaineer / Climbing Instructor (£12-30k per year),
• Snowboarding & Skiing instructor (£12-30k per year)
• Bushcraft & Outdoor Education Provider (Variable)

and many more.

In recent years, 100% of our students have secured employment soon after completing their courses with us.