Free BTEC Level 3 Sport and Outdoor Activities Course in Exeter. Classes run at Exeter College Centre for Creative Industries, full-time during the day. This is the Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec sport and outdoor activities qualification, covering sport science, coaching, leadership, and outdoor activities in depth. The course runs for 488 hours of study. It suits those who want to move into sport, fitness, or outdoor education roles, or go on to higher education in a related subject.
Who this course is for
For Details about BTEC NATIONAL EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN SPORT AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES - LEVEL 3. Please see the College Website for details (https://www.exe-coll.ac.uk/1618/) or alternatively please call to speak to a college advisor
Entry requirements
See website for futher details
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of sport science, including anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
You'll study coaching principles and how to plan and deliver sessions safely.
You'll explore leadership skills in outdoor and adventurous activity settings.
You'll learn how to assess and manage risk in sport and outdoor environments.
You'll examine sport psychology and how mental factors affect performance.
You'll investigate fitness testing, training methods, and programme design.
You'll build understanding of the sport and outdoor activities industry and career pathways within it.
How you will learn
The BTEC format is largely coursework-based. You'll complete assignments, projects, and practical tasks throughout the course rather than sitting final exams for most units. Some units may include external assessment set by Pearson Edexcel. Classroom sessions, practical outdoor activities, and group work all form part of how you learn. Your work is assessed against set criteria at each stage.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Exeter College Centre for Creative Industries will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach, planning and delivering sessions for clubs or schools
Fitness instructor, working in gyms or leisure centres
Outdoor activity instructor, leading sessions in adventurous environments
Community sport development officer, growing participation locally
Personal trainer, working with individual clients on fitness goals
Teaching assistant (PE), supporting physical education in schools
Sport and recreation assistant, working in leisure facilities
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BA in Sport Science or Sports Coaching. A natural next step if you want to go deeper into the science or management side of sport.
Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training. Useful if you want to move into teaching or training roles in sport.
National governing body coaching awards (for example, FA, British Canoeing, or British Cycling). These add specific sport qualifications on top of your BTEC and are often required by employers.
