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Free BTEC Level 1 Sport Course in Hereford

CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 1 Sport Course in Hereford. Classes run at Hereford College of Arts, full-time during the day.

The course runs over 12 months. You'll explore sport, fitness, and physical activity. Topics include coaching principles, health and fitness, and how sport organisations work. There are no set entry requirements. You'll have a pre-entry assessment to find the right starting point for you.

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

Who this course is for

The Royal National College for the Blind (RNC) is the UK’s leading Further Education College for those aged 16 plus with visual impairment.

Whatever your goal, moving onto Further Education, Higher Education, into the world of work, setting up our own business or independent living RNC has a range of qualifications and training to help you achieve it.

Entry requirements

An interest in the subject area or career path is desirable, however entry requirements can be discussed individually during Pre-Entry Assessment.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the principles of sports coaching and how to apply them.
  • You'll learn about health, fitness, and the benefits of physical activity.
  • You'll study how sport organisations and public services use sport.
  • You'll develop practical skills through sport and fitness activities.
  • You'll build an understanding of safe practice in sport settings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical activities. Assessment is through assignments and portfolio work rather than written exams. Your tutor will guide you through each unit and give feedback as you progress.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hereford College of Arts will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, supports players or groups in a sport or fitness setting.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise sessions at a gym or leisure centre.
  • Community sport worker, delivers sport programmes for local groups.
  • Public services support role, works in areas such as the police, fire service, or armed forces.
  • Sports administrator, handles bookings and coordination for a sport facility.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport, the natural next step to deepen your sport knowledge and skills.
  • Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing, a route into gym and fitness work.
  • Level 2 Award in Coaching Sport, a focused qualification for those moving into coaching roles.
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