BTEC Level 1 Sport Course in Bristol

Cost£1,080.00
Duration378 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

BTEC Level 1 Sport Course in Bristol. Classes run at SGS WISE Campus, full-time during the day. Fees apply for this course. Students aged 16 to 18 years old pay a significantly reduced fee, and concessions may be available if you are 19 or over. This level 1 btec sport course covers the foundations of sport, physical activity, and related skills across around 378 hours of study. It suits those taking their first step into a sport-related subject.

Who this course is for

Most full-time courses at SGS are for learners aged 16-18 with some provision available for those aged 14 plus on request. If you are aged 19 and over then formal qualifications that are a prerequisite for younger age groups may not be suitable. Please check the college website www.sgscol.ac.uk for more in-depth information regarding full-time study programmes or contact us on 0800 0567 253 or email [email protected]

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the principles of sport and physical activity
  • You'll develop practical skills across a range of sporting activities
  • You'll learn how to work safely in sport and fitness environments
  • You'll study the basics of health, fitness, and wellbeing
  • You'll build knowledge of how sport organisations and teams operate
  • You'll develop communication and teamwork skills in a sporting context

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical activities at SGS WISE Campus. Assessment is coursework-based, using assignments and portfolio evidence rather than written exams. You'll complete units that are assessed as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. SGS WISE Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach assistant. Support coaches in delivering sessions
  • Gym receptionist. Front-of-house role at a leisure centre or gym
  • Sports centre attendant. Supervise facilities and assist members
  • Leisure assistant. Support activities at a community leisure centre
  • Sports administrator. Entry-level admin in a sport or fitness organisation

What you could study next

  • BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport. The natural next step after this level 1 btec sport qualification, covering sport in more depth.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing. Leads toward a gym instructor role.
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport. A route toward higher education or more specialist sport careers, once you have a Level 2 behind you.

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