Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Beverley

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Beverley. Classes run at Bishop Burton College, full-time during the day.

The course takes one year to complete. You'll study anatomy and physiology, fitness training, coaching, and sports performance. The college also offers academy pathways in football, rugby, and netball. These include elite coaching sessions and competitive fixtures built into your timetable. You can choose a specialist route in coaching, physiotherapy, or the fitness industry.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sport.

Who this course is for

Please see our website for more details on this and other courses.

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology, including how the body works during exercise.
  • You'll develop your understanding of fitness training and conditioning.
  • You'll learn the principles of sports coaching and how to apply them.
  • You'll explore sports performance and how to analyse and improve it.
  • You'll gain knowledge relevant to physiotherapy and sports rehabilitation.
  • You'll build practical skills for working in the fitness industry.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical activities. The BTEC National Foundation Diploma includes a mix of assessed units and at least one externally examined unit. Some units are assessed through assignments and projects. Others are assessed by exam. Academy students also take part in coaching sessions and competitive fixtures as part of their timetable.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for teams or individuals.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes or gym-floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, works one-to-one with clients on fitness goals.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport locally.
  • Strength and conditioning coach, supports athletes with physical preparation.
  • Community sports coordinator, organises sport and activity programmes.

What you could study next

  • BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport (Level 3), a larger qualification for those wanting more depth before university or employment.
  • Level 3 NVQ in Sport and Active Leisure, a work-based route into coaching or fitness roles.
  • Degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, for those aiming toward graduate-level careers in sport.

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