Free BTEC Level 1 Sport Course in Blackburn

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free BTEC Level 1 Sport Course in Blackburn. Classes run full-time at Blackburn College, with daytime attendance over one year. You'll explore a broad range of sports and learn how the body works, how to train for fitness, and how to lead a session. The course covers the sport sector from the ground up, giving you practical skills alongside underpinning knowledge. Entry requires two GCSEs at Grade 2 and a successful interview. This is a Pearson Edexcel level 1 btec sport qualification.

Who this course is for

Choosing Sport level 1 will give you the opportunity of exploring the world of sport and the exciting opportunities the sector has to offer. This is a great introductory course to a vast range of new exciting sports and will provide you with the skills to either progress on to level 2 or to work.

You will benefit from a wide range of subject areas including exploring how the body works and training for fitness, you will also have the opportunity to lead a session. You will start to gain new skills, learn new techniques and tactics in a range of sports.

You will also have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience within the sector which will really boost your CV. Work placements can range from teaching P.E., assisting in coaching sport with guest speakers to support your growth throughout your Level 1 Sport course. Whilst completing your qualification you will be given time to get involved in tenrichment and daily lunchtime clubs with the continuous opportunities to play sport. You will also be given the opportunity to develop outdoor skills through a residential during which you will exploring the caves in the evening and night time canoeing with many more activities.

You will benefit from our excellent campus facilities including 2 x sports halls, a 25m, 6 lane swimming pool, a spacious 80 station fitness suite, a dance and aerobics studio, a spinning studio and a performance laboratory. As part of your study programme you will have the opportunity to use these facilities to develop your skills. In addtion you will also be given the opportunity to represent the college in a variety of sports competitions which will enable you to develop further in your sport and benefit from our experienced coaches.

Upon successful completion of this course you will be supported in your application to progress on to level 2 sport and to level 3 which will lead on to progress into Further Education.

Entry requirements

2x GCSEs at Grade 2, a passion for sport and successful interview

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the body works and responds to physical activity.
  • You'll develop knowledge of training methods and fitness principles.
  • You'll practise planning and leading a sport or activity session.
  • You'll discover a wide range of sports and the opportunities the sector offers.
  • You'll build an understanding of roles and pathways within the sport industry.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical activities at Blackburn College. Assessment on this BTEC course is coursework-based, using assignments and practical tasks rather than written exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you work through each unit, covering topics such as fitness training and session leadership.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach assistant, supporting coaches in community or school settings
  • Gym floor assistant, helping members with equipment and exercise plans
  • Sports development officer, promoting participation at local level
  • Leisure centre attendant, supervising facilities and activities
  • PE teaching assistant, supporting physical education in schools
  • Community sport activator, running local activity sessions

What you could study next

  • BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport, the natural next step after this course, covering sport science, coaching, and fitness in more depth.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing, if you want to work in a gym or leisure centre.
  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport, a route toward higher education or a career in coaching, sports development, or physical education.

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