Level 3
1st4sport Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Sports Development
Codes
- Qualification number
- 600/4301/5
- SFA/LAD funding code
- 600/4301/5
Learners
- Required age
- 16 +
Learning hours
- Guided learning hours
- 274
- Total qualification hours
- 640
Key dates
- Operational start date
- 19/12/2011
- Qualification review date
- 30/11/2025
- Certification end date
- 30/11/2028
Overview
The 1st4sport Level 3 Diploma in Sports Development will give your learners the knowledge and competence to take on a role in sports development in a sports or community setting, supporting people to get involved in sport and physical activity.
Developed by SkillsActive, the Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure, Learning and Well-being, this qualification is part of a suite of learning recognised by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).

Qualification Progression
The skills and knowledge developed through this qualification may also be used to progress to other industry-relevant qualifications in coaching sport, activity leadership, supporting PE in school sport or sports development.
This qualification can lead to paid or voluntary employment in Sports Development in a sports or community setting. Learners operating in a role at this level, can access CPD opportunities through CIMSPA. The skills and knowledge developed through this qualification may also be used to enable learners to progress to other management qualifications.
Other roles that the learner may consider exploring to include:
- Duty Officer, Shift Supervisor, Assistant Manager
- Sports/Leisure Centre General Manager
Level 3
1st4sport Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Sports Development
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