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BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching Course in Lancaster

Cost£60 for equipment, transport and visit costs. £80 for a sports kit pack (Optional)
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching Course in Lancaster. Classes run at Lancaster and Morecambe College, full-time over two years.

You'll study coaching methods, sports development, and how to plan and lead sessions. The course includes work experience and careers learning. Maths and English are built in where needed.

You'll need five GCSEs at grade C or above, including maths and English, or a related Level 2 qualification with equivalent grades. You finish with a BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for 16-18 year old and will be delivered as a study programme which includes math and English where applicable and work experience. The course will include a substantial amount of careers related learning designed to support progression to the suitable next step, this could include educational trips, employability skills and employer encounters such as guest speakers.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or higher including maths and English OR a Level 2 related qualification PLUS grade C/4 or higher in BOTH maths and English. Entry criteria will be applied at the discretion of the course manager.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver coaching sessions.
  • You'll study the principles of sports development.
  • You'll explore anatomy and physiology as they relate to sport.
  • You'll develop skills in analysing sports performance.
  • You'll learn how to support athletes' physical and mental wellbeing.
  • You'll build knowledge of leadership and communication in a coaching context.
  • You'll gain experience through work placements in a sports setting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical coaching activities, and work experience. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and observed practical tasks. The college also arranges educational trips, guest speakers from industry, and employability workshops to support your development.

What you will need to bring

There is a charge of £60 for equipment, transport, and visit costs. A sports kit pack is also available for £80, though this is optional. Lancaster and Morecambe College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for clubs or schools.
  • Community sports development officer, promotes sport participation in local areas.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in a school setting.
  • Leisure centre instructor, leads fitness and activity sessions for the public.
  • Sports administrator, coordinates programmes and events for a sports organisation.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification for those wanting more depth before university.
  • HND or Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching, a higher-level route into coaching or sports science careers.
  • Sports Coaching degree, for those aiming to work at a professional or specialist level.
  • Coaching licences with bodies such as the FA or UK Athletics, for sport-specific professional roles.
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