NQ Pathway to Sports Coaching - Level 6

• Sports Participation and Performance 
• Sports Organisation and Officiating   
• Coaching Development 
• Cardiovascular Training 
• Communication 
• First aid 
• Event Organisation 
• Work Placement 
• Human Anatomy & Physiology 
• Nutrition, Health and Wellbeing 

• Assistant Sports coach
• Sports development assistant
• Active schools assistant/co-ordinator
• Sports volunteer co-ordinator 

Upon successful completion of this course, candidates would be eligible to apply for progression onto the following courses: 

• HNC Fitness Health & Exercise
• HNC Sports Coaching & Development 

Mandatory: 

• Attendance at a group-based course information and Q&A session.
• Clear Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check required. Further information on the PVG Scheme will be issued to successful applicants prior to enrolment.
• Strong interest and active participation within Fitness, Health & Exercise. 

Plus one of the following: 

• Three National 5 awards (or equivalent) preferably English, PE and a science subject at grade C or above 
• Successful completion of NQ Sport and Fitness Course (SCQF Level 5) 
• Alternative sports related qualifications at an appropriate level will also be considered  d 

Additional Requirements: 

• Students will be required to purchase relevant items of equipment and clothing 

Further advice for full-time applicants:

• Please ensure you have an online account before starting your application
• If you created your account prior to November 2024, you will need to register a new account
• Before starting the application process, please ensure you already hold or are working towards the relevant entry qualifications required for the course you are applying for
• Ensure you use your own personal email address when creating your online account
• Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email immediately
• If you do not receive an acknowledgement e-mail immediately, please check your SPAM/Junk folder
• Please include as much detail as possible in your personal statement such as; the reason you are applying, future career plans, previous employment, relevant experience, hobbies and interests
• Disclosing support needs in your application will not affect your chances of being offered a place on a course at Forth Valley College
• If your application is successful, you will be invited for interview. For January start courses interviews will be in Nov/Dec and interviews for August start courses will take place between February and May
• If your application is unsuccessful, you will be offered support in finding a suitable alternative course
• Applicants who provide a mobile phone number on their application form will be sent a text reminder prior to the day of interview
• If you are unable to attend an interview or wish to withdraw your application - please email student.applications@forthvalley.ac.uk