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Community Sport & Health Officer
- Level 3
- Ofqual Regulated
- 14 Month Programme
- 3 Month EPA Period
- Remote Delivery
- Bi-Weekly Online Sessions
- Industry Specialist Tutor
Course Summary
Purpose
The Level 3 Community Sport and Health Officer apprenticeship equips learners with the skills to engage communities, promote healthier lifestyles and increase participation in sport and physical activity. It prepares individuals to design, deliver and evaluate community programmes while giving employers skilled staff who can lead positive change in local areas.
Course Overview
The programme covers community engagement, barriers to participation, sports development, funding, event management and leadership. Learners gain practical experience working with diverse groups and develop the ability to design inclusive and impactful initiatives that support health and wellbeing.
Key Features
- Builds knowledge of community engagement and sports development
- Develops skills in event delivery, funding and partnership working
- Strengthens leadership and communication for diverse groups
- Encourages innovation in creating health and activity initiatives
Who is it for?
This apprenticeship is suited to individuals who want to use sport and physical activity to make a difference in communities. Typical job titles include:
- Community Sport and Health Officer
- Sports Development Officer
- Health and Wellbeing Officer
- Community Engagement Coordinator
Benefits for Learners
Learners gain the confidence to lead community programmes, overcome barriers to participation and promote long-term engagement in sport and activity. Completion supports progression into management roles or higher-level apprenticeships in sports coaching and development.
Benefits for Employers
Entry Requirements
- 16 or over and not in full-time education
- Employed in a relevant role
- Be working a minimum of 30 hours per week
- Have the right to work in the UK
Functional Skills
All apprentices are required to have a minimum of Level 2 in English and Maths.
If you already hold GCSEs at grade C/4 or higher in these subjects, you will not need to complete any additional qualifications. If you have not yet achieved these grades, you will be supported to work towards Functional Skills in English and/or Maths as part of your apprenticeship.
Learning is built into your apprenticeship and our team will provide the guidance and resources you need to achieve the required level.
Career Progression
Every apprenticeship at Educationwise is designed with clear next steps in mind. Learners can progress from entry-level roles through to specialist and managerial positions, depending on their chosen pathway.
You can view the full progression routes for this programme in our Career Progression PDF, which highlights how each qualification links to further development opportunities.
Curriculum
| Module | Months | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1–2 | Learning Launch |
| 2 | 2–4 | Roles and Responsibilities |
| 3 | 4–6 | Barriers to Participation |
| 4 | 6–8 | Working in the Community |
| 5 | 8–10 | Funding in the Sports Sector |
| 6 | 10–12 | Engagement In and Out of Term Time |
| 7 | 12–14 | Being an Effective CSHO |
| 8 | 14 | Progression and Preparation |
Assessment
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 panel interview, a presentation with questions and answers, work-based observations and a case study challenge.
Funding For Employers
Levy
- If your organisation has an annual wage bill of over £3 million, you will pay the apprenticeship levy (0.5% of your payroll).
- Levy funds are collected through your HMRC account and can be used to cover the full cost of apprenticeship training and assessment.
- Funds expire after 24 months if not used.
Non-Levy
- If your organisation has a wage bill of under £3 million, you will only contribute 5% of the training costs for each apprentice.
- The government funds the remaining 95%.
- For employers with fewer than 50 staff, apprentices aged 16–18 (or 19–24 with an Education, Health & Care Plan) are 100% government funded.
Additional Information
- Employers may also be eligible for incentive payments for hiring younger apprentices.
- Our team will guide you through the process of setting up a digital apprenticeship service (DAS) account and securing funding.
Apprenticeship Guide PDF
Access this downloadable PDF for a detailed overview of the Community Sport & Health Officer Apprenticeship, covering what you’ll study, how the programme is delivered, assessment requirements, key skills developed and how to get started.
Expression of Interest
Contact Us
- info@education-wise.org
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