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Free BTEC Level 1 Sport Course in Sheffield

CostFREE
Duration120 hours
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 1 Sport Course in Sheffield. Classes run at CTS Training Sheffield, during the day with flexible study options.

The course is for 16 to 19 year olds, or 19 to 24 year olds with an Education, Health and Care Plan. You'll study sport, fitness, and the skills needed to work or progress in the sector. Around 120 hours of study covers topics such as sports coaching, health and fitness, and working in public services.

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

Who this course is for

16-19 Years Old and 19-24 Years Old with an Education, Health Care Plan.

Entry requirements

***RECRUITING NOW for 2026/2027*** - Are you aged 16-19? Or 19-24 with an Education, Health Care Plan, have evidence that you legally reside in the UK, are you a school leaver who didnt quite get the grades when you left school at or before year 11 or sixth form or college? No matter how well you did prior, we can help you get where you want to be on a CTS Study Programme to help you gain the qualifications & confidence you may need for the future.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the principles of sports coaching and how to apply them.
  • You'll develop knowledge of health, fitness, and physical activity.
  • You'll learn how teamwork and communication work in sport settings.
  • You'll study safe practice and basic rules across different sports.
  • You'll build an understanding of career routes in sport and public services.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at CTS Training Sheffield. Assessment is through assignments and practical tasks linked to your studies. There are no written exams. Your work is assessed by your tutor and submitted as a portfolio of evidence.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. CTS Training Sheffield will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, works with individuals or groups to develop skills.
  • Fitness instructor, leads sessions at gyms or leisure centres.
  • Community sports worker, delivers sport programmes in local areas.
  • Public services support worker, assists in roles such as police or fire services.
  • Sports administrator, handles bookings and coordination for clubs or facilities.

What you could study next

  • Level 2 BTEC Diploma in Sport, a natural next step that goes deeper into coaching and fitness.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing, for those moving toward gym or leisure work.
  • Level 2 Award in Coaching Sport, focused on developing practical coaching skills.
  • A study programme or apprenticeship in public services, for those interested in uniformed careers.
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