BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development Course in Hackney. Classes run at New City College Hackney Campus, full-time during the day. This level 3 btec sports coaching and development course runs over 23 months and is aimed at 16 to 18 year olds. You'll study coaching principles, sports development, anatomy and physiology, and how to plan and lead sporting activities. The Pearson Edexcel btec sports coaching and development qualification is widely used as a route into higher education or sports-sector employment.
Who this course is for
16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll develop coaching techniques and learn how to plan and deliver sports sessions.
You'll study anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
You'll explore sports development principles and how sport is organised at local and national level.
You'll learn how to assess and improve sports performance.
You'll understand sports nutrition and its role in athletic development.
You'll develop skills in leadership, communication, and working with different groups.
You'll study the business and management side of sport and coaching organisations.
How you will learn
The BTEC National Extended Diploma is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed exams set by Pearson Edexcel. Assignments are coursework-based and tied to each unit. External assessments are sat under exam conditions at set points in the course. Classroom sessions at New City College Hackney Campus cover theory and practical coaching work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. New City College Hackney Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach. Plan and deliver coaching sessions in a sport or activity.
Community sports development officer. Promote participation in sport locally.
Fitness instructor. Lead exercise sessions in gyms or leisure centres.
PE teaching assistant. Support physical education in schools.
Sports administrator. Coordinate events and operations for clubs or organisations.
Leisure centre assistant. Support day-to-day activities at a sports facility.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BA in Sports Coaching or Sports Science. A natural next step after a BTEC National Extended Diploma, recognised for UCAS entry.
Level 4 Certificate in Coaching (sport-specific). Deepen coaching expertise in a chosen sport.
PGCE in Physical Education. For those aiming to teach PE in secondary schools, following a relevant degree.
Level 3 Personal Trainer Qualification. Add a fitness-industry credential alongside your sports coaching background.
