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HNC COACHING AND DEVELOPING SPORT

  • Start date:   August 2025
  • Level of Qualification:   SCQF Level 7
  • Course Type:   Full-time

HNC COACHING AND DEVELOPING SPORT

This course equips you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as a professional in this exciting field.

Start date – Aug 2025 

End date –  Jun 2026 

SCQF Level - 7 

Mode –  Full time   

Days: 3 days per week Monday to Friday 

Times: 9am – 12pm and 1pm to 4pm 

Duration: 1 Year 

This HNC includes an industry-recognised Professional Development Award in Sports Coaching at SCQF Level 7, and is a nationally recognised qualification endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).

Whether you’re aiming for a job in sports coaching or development, or planning to continue to higher education, this course is designed to meet the needs of learners, employers, and the industry. 

  • What the course includes

    This course offers a wide range of learning opportunities to help you thrive in the sports coaching and development industry.

    You’ll gain a deep understanding of professional practices and responsibilities, as well as develop hands-on coaching skills that focus on understanding yourself, others, and the art of coaching.

    Dive into the science of sport with knowledge of body systems and biomechanics and learn what it takes to succeed in sports development roles.

    You’ll also connect with industry partners, opening doors to exciting job opportunities and further study.

    Plus, you’ll explore how great coaching goes beyond technique—it’s about building relationships, understanding your philosophy, and inspiring change in others.  

Why choose this course

You will get the chance to lead practical coaching sessions and gain experience working with your peers and in the wider community. As well as this vital practical industry experience, there is also the opportunity to undertake various sports governing body awards and coaching qualifications. 

You'll have use of our amazing facilities while studying with us, including large games hall, dance studio and fitness suite.

The college is an active member of Scottish Student Sport and you’ll have the opportunity to represent the college in various external leagues thanks to our amazing active campus co-ordinator.  

Entry requirements

  • Two Highers at grade C or above, one of which should be English  
  • Level 6 sport and fitness qualification 
  • It is essential for applicants to demonstrate experience of coaching or sports leadership prior to undertaking the course.  
  • We welcome applications from people with relevant life and work experience

An Enhanced Disclosure Scotland application is required which you will do through the college if offered a place. 

If English is not your first language, ESOL Level 5 is an entry requirement for this course.

  • Where it leads

    Education: Degree-level courses in sports disciplines, with possible direct entry to year 2 or 3 at some universities. Previous students have progressed onto courses at The University of the West of Scotland, The University of Edinburgh and The University of Stirling. 

    Employment: Ideal for those wanting to go into PE teaching, or work in positions such as sports coaching, sports development officer or active schools coordinators. 

Interview arrangements

 

If you are invited for an interview/course information session, plan to be in college for around two hours. The interview includes:

  • An introduction from the course tutor
  • An individual interview
  • Short written task
  • A brief practical element which may include the multi stage fitness test and participation in a team sport 

Please bring your practical kit and be prepared to take part in fitness testing and team games. Also bring evidence of your qualifications and/or employment references.

Fees, Finance & Funding

There may be help available to assist with your study related costs. Impartial, confidential help and advice on financial matters is available from the Student Funding Team - including Bursaries, Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA), Student Awards Agency for Scotland, Student Loans Company and student support funds. Click here to find out more

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