7Feb
Undergraduate This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
Blackpool and the Fylde College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Are you passionate about sport, health, and helping others achieve their potential? The Cert HE in Health, Nutrition, Performance and Coaching at B&FC is your gateway to a dynamic career in the health and fitness industry. This exciting one-year programme blends scientific theory with hands-on practice, preparing you to make a real impact in community wellbeing, sports coaching, and personal training. You’ll explore the foundations of human anatomy, nutrition, biomechanics, and coaching, while developing the professional behaviours and academic skills needed to thrive in higher education and the workplace. Delivered by expert tutors and aligned with industry standards, this course is ideal for aspiring coaches, fitness professionals, and health advocates looking to kickstart their journey. Whether you're progressing from college, changing careers, or returning to education, this qualification opens doors to employment, further study, and specialisation in areas such as strength and conditioning, nutrition, and high-performance sport.
Modules
Learning Method Level 4 Scheduled 240 Independent 844 Placement 0 Total 1084
Assessment method
The course is assessed via a mix of coursework, practical assessments, presentations and written exams. These include: Nutrition report and presentation Coaching session design and delivery Biomechanical analysis using digital tools Strength and conditioning consultation and session delivery Academic portfolio and career development plan Assessments are designed to reflect real-world tasks and promote reflective practice, critical thinking, and professional communication.
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- C691
- Institution code:
- B41
- Campus name:
- University Centre
- Campus code:
- U
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
English language requirements
GCSE English Language at grade C/4 or above GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above is advantageous
https://www.blackpool.ac.uk/course/TH1HE0011
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Blackpool and the Fylde College
Ashfield Road
Bispham
Blackpool
FY2 0HB