If you’ve applied to start a course with us this September, keep an eye on your emails. We’ll be inviting you to an enrolment session during the week commencing 24th August.
When you attend your enrolment session, you’ll receive your Induction Week timetable, so you’ll know what to expect when you start college. Induction Week begins Wednesday 2nd September.
During Induction Week, you’ll meet your tutors, get settled into college and receive your timetable for the rest of the academic year. We’re looking forward to welcoming all our new and returning learners and getting the new college year started!
Free* Adult short course: Certificate in Occupational Studies for the Sport Workplace (starting June 15th)
Course Description
Kickstart your journey into the sport, fitness, and active leisure industry with this introductory Level 1 Certificate at Lakes College. Designed for learners with little or no previous experience, this course provides a practical, accessible route into one of the UK’s fastest‑growing sectors.
You’ll explore the fundamentals of working in a sport or leisure environment, including exercise principles, assisting coaching sessions, customer interaction, and maintaining health, safety, and professionalism in the workplace. Through practical tasks and team‑based activities, you’ll build confidence, develop communication skills, and gain an understanding of what it takes to support others in achieving their fitness goals.
This qualification is an excellent starting point for anyone considering future roles in coaching, fitness instruction, or sports leadership. With guidance from experienced tutors, you’ll develop essential employability skills. This course runs from June 15th to July 3rd, on Monday to Friday between 10am and 2pm.
Entry requirements
ou must display an interest in the sport sector.
Costs
*This course is free for adults aged 19-plus if they are unemployed, or earn below £35,000. It is also free for all adults aged 19-23-years-old who do not already hold a Level 1 qualification. You must also meet UK residency requirements. To study this course for free you must provide evidence of income/employment status.
What next?
Following this course, you can enter employment in the sector. You can also contiune your studies at Lakes College on a further course.
Apply for this course
If you would like to apply online for this course, please click below and you’ll be taken to our application portal. If you need any guidance about your choices before applying, email admissions@lcwc.ac.uk or call 01946 839300.