Qualification

HNC (SCQF Level 7)

Starts

Aug 2026

Interests

  • Sport, Fitness & Uniformed Services

Campus

  • Fraserburgh Campus

Why take this course?

Gain the knowledge, skills, and qualifications to work as a professional in the sports industry across multiple contexts. Whether you dream of coaching, development, or fitness leadership, this course sets you up for success.

Kickstart your career in sports coaching & development!

Ready to turn your passion for sports into a profession?

Join our dynamic Sports Coaching and Development course and explore the fundamentals of this exciting industry.

  • Hands-on learning: blend practical experience with essential theory.
  • Real-world exposure: participate in sporting events, coach local primary school pupils, and gain additional coaching qualifications.
  • Industry-recognised qualification: PDA certified by SportScotland/CIMSPA (Level 2 Coaching Framework).
  • National governing body awards: embedded throughout the course for maximum employability.

What you will experience

You’ll explore a wide range of practical and theoretical subjects designed to build your expertise as a sports coach and practitioner, including:

  • Knowing Yourself – develop self-awareness and personal coaching style
  • Knowing Coaching – understand core coaching principles and best practice
  • Knowing Others – learn to adapt coaching for different athletes and teams
  • Sports Development – gain insight into planning and delivering community and performance programmes
  • Graded Unit – apply your learning in real-world coaching scenarios
  • Inclusive Sport and Physical Activity – deliver coaching that is accessible to all
  • Strength and Conditioning – enhance athlete performance through tailored training programmes
  • Prevention and Rehabilitation of Sports Injuries – support safe practice and recovery in sport
  • Human Anatomy, Physiology and Biomechanics in Sport – understand the scientific principles behind movement and performance