Pro:Direct Academy
London Market Road

Join a Pro:Direct Academy football education programme and compete like a pro while studying full-time. PDA players take part in regular showcase games against Pro teams & experience exclusive Pro:Direct brand events.Pro:Direct teams have played fixtures against international youth squads and pro club academies.

Four players have signed for professional clubs since season 17/18. Benefit from an outstanding learning and teaching experience which will push you to achieve your best and set you on the path to establishing yourself with the football or sports industry.

COURSE START DATE
September 2021

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS 
NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Sport 
Individual offers may vary; however, you’ll normally need 4 GCSEs Level 1 - 9, including English and maths.

NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Sport 
Individual offers may vary; however, you’ll normally need 4 GCSEs Level 4-9, preferably one being English or maths.

NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport 
Individual offers may vary; however, you’ll normally need 5 GCSEs Level 4-9, including English and maths.

UCAS POINTS
Up to 168 UCAS points* available (equivalent to 3 A-Levels)
*Request a prospectus below for full breakdown of UCAS tariff points.

COST
This programme is government funded.
You will not need to pay tuition fees but other costs may be applicable.

You will study a nationally recognised qualification in sport, delivered by SCL. Where required, you will also study maths and/or English GCSE or Functional Skills.

Complete an NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Sport or an NCFE Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity*

*Qualification studied will be dependent on GCSE grades achieved by learner.

Request a prospectus below for 2020/21 course information.

SCL Education & Training are the UK’s leading independent provider of education through sport.

• We are a government funded education provider
• We are experts in sport and education delivery with over 20 years’ experience
• We are creating the next generation of sports professionals
• We are working in partnership with 70+ football, rugby and cricket clubs nationwide
• We are nationally recognised for high quality information, advice and guidance

What is an NCFE Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity?

Developed with employers in mind, your NCFE qualification will combine a mix of practical and theoretical learning.

This qualification is designed to be taken by those wishing to progress to a career in the sport and physical activity sector and aims to provide you with the specialist knowledge, skills and understanding relating to the sport and physical activity sector.

Your NCFE Diploma will:

• Use a range of delivery methods across all units
• Provide you with realistic insights into the world of work and opportunities to improve your performance
• Provide you with a range of learning resources to support with your studies
• Provide optional units to complete, depending on your personal interest or career aspirations
• Offer a variety of progression routes and help towards entry criteria for university application

EDUCATION
Successful completion of your Study Programme will provide you with the option to apply for a Foundation or BA Honours Degree at University in a Sports Related Discipline. As part of the tutorial system, you will receive guidance on how to apply to University, however further information can be found on the UCAS website - www.ucas.com.

APPRENTICESHIPS
If you decide to combine further study with employment, you will be eligible for an apprenticeship within the sport and leisure industry.

EMPLOYMENT
Upon successful completion of your study programme, you will receive information, support and guidance on a variety of aspects, which will support you in securing either full or part time employment in Football, coaching and the leisure industry.

FOOTBALL
Studying with SCL provides you with an opportunity to play professional or non-professional sport, as well as a pathway to coaching opportunities, in the UK or Abroad, especially the USA.

COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION
A member of our SCL Student Services Team will then be in touch to provide more information about the programme and book you onto an education interview, if eligible.

EDUCATION INTERVIEW
Your telephone interview is your chance to find out more information about the programme and ask any questions that you may have.
An SCL Tutor will be using this time to find out more information about you and collect important information in preparation for your enrolment onto the programme.

CONDITIONAL OFFER
Following your telephone interview, if eligible, you will receive a conditional offer to start the programme in September 2021.

SPORTS TASTER
We will be in touch with you to arrange your next steps, which will give you the chance to find out more about the sport element of the programme.
This will be either a phone call with the Academy Manager or Coach or a training session, dependent on government restrictions being lifted.

ENROLMENT
We will review your qualifications and work with the club to confirm your acceptance onto the programme.
You will then be enrolled onto the programme, and we will look forward to seeing you in September!