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BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching Course in Paignton

Cost£3,002.00
Duration1 month
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching Course in Paignton. Classes run at South Devon College, part-time during the day.

The course covers sports psychology, anatomy, and sports performance. You'll also develop practical coaching skills alongside the theory. It typically runs over one month. Entry requires at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English.

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

Who this course is for

If you’re passionate about sport and looking to take the next step in your development, this course provides the ideal foundation for a career in coaching and fitness. Designed as a natural progression from a Level 2 qualification, it blends theoretical study with hands-on experience to help you grow into a confident and capable sporting professional. You’ll explore key subjects such as psychology, anatomy, and sports performance, while developing the practical skills essential for high-level coaching. Real-world experience is at the heart of this course - you’ll take part in community-based projects, volunteering, or work placements, building the experience and confidence that employers value. This qualification is designed to prepare you for employment, an apprenticeship, or further study. You’ll gain the knowledge, skills, and experience to stand out in the competitive world of sport and coaching. After completion, you may have the opportunity to continue your journey at University Centre South Devon by progressing onto the FdSc Sports Coaching and Fitness. Whether your ambition is to become a Sports Coach, PE Teacher, Sports Development Officer, Sport Psychologist, or Sports Therapist, our expert team will support you in exploring your options and achieving your goals in the sports industry.

Entry requirements

You will need to have achieved a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4(C) or above, including Maths and English, You should have a genuine interest in this subject

What you will learn

  • You'll study sports psychology and how it affects performance.
  • You'll explore anatomy and physiology relevant to sport.
  • You'll develop an understanding of sports performance analysis.
  • You'll build practical coaching skills for working with athletes.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver coaching sessions.
  • You'll study sports development principles and how they apply in practice.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and hands-on practical work. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and practical tasks rather than traditional exams. You'll apply theory to real coaching scenarios throughout the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Devon College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for a club or community group.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise sessions in a gym or leisure centre.
  • Community sports development officer, promotes sport participation in local communities.
  • School sports coordinator, organises sport and physical activity programmes in schools.
  • Personal trainer, works one-to-one with clients on fitness goals.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification for those wanting to go deeper into sport science and coaching before university or employment.
  • Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching, a higher-level route for those aiming to work at a more senior coaching level.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Coaching, a professional development step for practising coaches seeking formal recognition.
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