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BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in North Shields for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Sports Coaching Courses in North Tyneside.

About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in North Shields. Classes run at St Thomas More Roman Catholic Academy, full-time over two years.

The course covers anatomy and physiology, fitness testing and training, coaching, leadership, sports development, and practical sport. You can also study exercise and health, sports injuries, sports massage, and psychology. You'll build knowledge that leads to roles in coaching, fitness instruction, and personal training.

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

Who this course is for

BTEC AWARD - students are required to complete six units of coursework from the following: Anatomy and Physiology, Assessing Risk in Sport, Fitness Testing and Training, Leadership, Coaching, Sports Development, Practical Sport. BTEC CERTIFICATE - a further six units including the six from National Award plus any of the following:, Exercise and Health, Sports Massage, PE and the Care of Young People, Sports Injuries, Psychology.

Entry requirements

It is not necessary to have studied this subject at GCSE or BTEC First. It is preferable that students have a GCSE pass in Science and English. An interest in sport and participation in at least one activity either inside or outside of school is essential. If GCSE was studied a minimum of grade C is needed. At BTEC First a pass award would be required. An interest in coaching at least one sport would be advantageous.

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology to understand how the body works in sport.
  • You'll learn how to assess and manage risk in sporting environments.
  • You'll develop fitness testing and training skills.
  • You'll explore leadership and coaching techniques for at least one sport.
  • You'll examine sports development and how sport is organised and delivered.
  • You'll take part in practical sport to apply your learning.
  • You'll study exercise, health, and the care of young people in physical education.
  • You'll gain an introduction to sports injuries and sports massage.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical sport activities. Assessment is through coursework units rather than written exams. You'll complete six core units for the Award, and a further six units to achieve the full Foundation Diploma. Each unit is assessed through assignments and practical tasks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Thomas More Roman Catholic Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for individuals or teams.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes or gym floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one fitness programmes for clients.
  • Sports development officer, works to grow participation in sport locally.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports activities and programmes at a sports facility.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education lessons in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport (Level 3), a larger qualification that strengthens your route into higher education or professional sport roles.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Coaching (sport-specific), for those focusing on a coaching career.
  • Degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, for learners aiming for graduate-level roles in sport, health, or education.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for those moving into the fitness industry.

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