Sports Coaching
- Level 4
- Ofqual
- 15 Month Programme
- 3 Month EPA Period
- Remote Delivery
Course Summary
The Level 4 Sports Coach apprenticeship is designed for individuals looking to advance their coaching career across a range of professional settings. Sports coaches support individuals and teams by delivering structured, high-quality coaching programmes that enhance performance, participation and personal development.
Coaches apply in-depth technical and tactical knowledge to design sessions that build skills, confidence and resilience. They work with a wide range of participants, from young people in schools to elite athletes at national and international level. Depending on their setting, they may focus on performance development, community participation or education-based coaching.
Sports coaches play a key role in improving physical and mental wellbeing, supporting social change and helping individuals reach their potential. Their work involves collaboration with other professionals including sport scientists, teachers, analysts and community leaders to deliver coaching that meets strategic and individual goals.
For a full list of the knowledge, skills and behaviours covered, please visit the Institute for Apprenticeships website.
Learner Journey
Over a 15-month programme, apprentices will develop the advanced coaching knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to succeed in a professional sports coaching role. The course is delivered through weekly online sessions and quarterly face-to-face visits, with one-to-one support from a dedicated tutor throughout.
Learners also have access to a wide range of online learning resources to support their progress and meet off-the-job training requirements. The programme combines theory and practice through classroom sessions, mentoring and applied learning experiences in real coaching environments.
At least 20 per cent of the apprenticeship must be completed as off-the-job training. These hours must be logged and evidenced, with full guidance provided at the point of enrolment.
Assessment & Certification
Once learners have completed their training and reached Gateway, they move on to the End-Point Assessment, which takes place over a three-month period. This includes a one-hour presentation, a portfolio of evidence and a one-hour professional discussion. Learners who successfully complete the programme will achieve the Level 4 Sports Coach apprenticeship standard, a nationally recognised qualification that can lead to further development in high-performance coaching, school-based roles or community sport leadership.
Learner Eligibility
- Be aged 18 or over
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Not already be in full-time education
- Employed in a relevant role to the qualification for over 30H per week annually
Information for Employers
This course can be funded via either Levy or Non-Levy. Information is below.
Levy Employers
- Organisations with an annual payroll over £3 million pay into the apprenticeship levy
- The full £9,000 can be covered using the levy
- Payment is made through your Digital Apprenticeship Service (DAS) account
- No additional cost unless levy funds are exhausted
Non-Levy Employers
- Government funds 95% of the course cost
- Employers contribute just 5%
- Payment is made through your DAS account
Additional Support for SMEs
Employers with fewer than 50 staff may be eligible for 100% funding if:
- The apprentice is aged 16–18
- Or aged 19–24 with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
Application Form
Get In Touch
- info@education-wise.org
- 01173 790 450
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