BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development Course in Kingston upon Thames. Classes run at Kingston College, full-time during the day, over 36 weeks. The course covers the knowledge and practical skills behind sports coaching, athlete development, and sports leadership. You'll study topics that prepare you for coaching roles across a range of sports and settings. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development qualification is well established with employers in the sports and leisure sector. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll develop coaching techniques for a range of sports and physical activities.
You'll study how to plan, deliver, and review coaching sessions.
You'll learn about athlete development and how to support performance.
You'll explore sports leadership and how to manage groups safely.
You'll gain knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
You'll understand safeguarding responsibilities and duty of care in sports settings.
You'll build skills in analysing performance and giving constructive feedback.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical coaching activities, and assignments. Assessment is through coursework, practical observations, and unit-based assignments rather than formal written exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence across the units as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Kingston College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach. Coaching individuals or teams in your chosen sport.
Community sports development officer. Promoting sport and activity locally.
Leisure centre instructor. Running sessions and supporting members.
PE teaching assistant. Supporting physical education in schools.
Sports development coordinator. Planning programmes for clubs or councils.
Personal trainer. Designing and delivering fitness programmes one-to-one.
Youth sports worker. Engaging young people through sport and activity.
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ in Coaching, Teaching and Instructing. Adds a work-based qualification that some employers look for alongside a BTEC.
Level 4 Certificate in Coaching. A step up for those wanting to specialise and take on more senior coaching roles.
Foundation Degree or BA in Sports Coaching or Sports Science. Many universities accept a BTEC National Diploma for entry onto degree programmes in sport, coaching, or physical education.
