Post A Job
Advertise Courses
Search Jobs
Search Courses

Free BTEC Level 1 Sport Course in Burton-on-Trent

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
Apply now →

About this course

Free BTEC Level 1 Sport Course in Burton-on-Trent. Classes run at Burton Town Centre Campus, full-time during the day.

The course covers both sport and public services. In the sport component, you'll develop practical skills, physical fitness, and team-working. In the public services component, you'll learn map reading, expedition skills, and self-discipline. You'll also study basic health, safety, and emergency care. The course runs for one year and includes plenty of hands-on activity.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Introductory Certificate in Sport.

Who this course is for

This course provides an introduction to Sport and Public Services. You will have the opportunity to explore this area of employment in a practical way. You will develop wellbeing and physical fitness, team working skills, self discipline, map reading and navigation skills, and gain an understanding of basic health, safety and emergency care. There will be plenty of opportunities to participate in sports and adventure activities.

Entry requirements

Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade G or above (or Entry 3/Level 1 Functional Skills equivalent in English and maths); successful interview and initial assessment; successful completion of Entry Level programme (progressing learners).

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical sports skills through hands-on sessions.
  • You'll build your physical fitness and learn how the body works.
  • You'll practise team-working and organisational skills.
  • You'll learn map reading and navigation techniques.
  • You'll gain an understanding of basic health, safety, and emergency care.
  • You'll take part in adventure and sporting activities.
  • You'll explore what working in sport and public services involves.

How you will learn

Learning is practical and classroom-based. You'll take part in sports sessions, fitness activities, and group exercises. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks rather than written exams. You'll also take part in enrichment activities and partnership programmes with local organisations.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Burton Town Centre Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, leads sessions for community or school groups.
  • Fitness instructor, delivers exercise classes or gym programmes.
  • Public services worker, supports roles in the police, fire, or armed forces.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in local sport.
  • Community sports leader, organises activities for local groups.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 BTEC in Sport, the natural next step after this qualification.
  • Level 2 BTEC in Public Services, for those drawn to the public services side of the course.
  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport, opens routes into sports coaching or higher education.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2, useful alongside any progression route.
Apply on bsdc.ac.uk →
Apply now →

Related courses at Burton Town Centre Campus

More courses near you