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BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching Course in Maidenhead

Cost£2,882.00
Duration35 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching Course in Maidenhead. Classes run at Berkshire College of Agriculture, full-time during the day.

The course covers sports coaching, athlete development, and the science behind sporting performance. You'll study how to improve performance at elite level. It also explores coaching methods across different sports and disciplines. The course runs over 35 weeks. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths, to join.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development.

Who this course is for

The course will develop individuals’ knowledge and skills across a range of disciplines which develop an in-depth understanding of how optimum sporting performance can be achieved. This is designed for individuals who are keen to develop their own sporting performance or those who want to pursue a career developing elite athletes.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English, maths (Level 3 or above) and preferably PE and science. A Level 2 Diploma in Sport at Merit/Distinction grade (or equivalent) and GCSE English and maths at grade 4 or above will also be considered.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver coaching sessions.
  • You'll study the science of sports performance and how to optimise it.
  • You'll develop skills in analysing athlete performance.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and its role in coaching.
  • You'll learn about nutrition and its impact on sport.
  • You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to physical activity.
  • You'll develop leadership and communication skills for coaching roles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical coaching activities, and coursework assignments. Assessment is through Pearson Edexcel-set assignments and portfolio work. There are no written exams for the Foundation Diploma. You'll build a body of evidence across the units, assessed by tutors at the college.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Berkshire College of Agriculture will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, working with athletes in clubs or community settings.
  • Fitness instructor, delivering sessions in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Community sports development officer, promoting sport in local areas.
  • PE teaching assistant, supporting physical education in schools.
  • Performance analyst, tracking and improving athlete data.
  • Sports coordinator, organising programmes for clubs or councils.

What you could study next

  • BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport, a larger Level 3 qualification for those wanting more depth before university.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Coaching, for those moving into more advanced coaching roles.
  • A degree in Sports Coaching or Sports Science, building on this BTEC for a full university pathway.
  • Level 3 Personal Trainer qualification, for those interested in fitness instruction alongside coaching.
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