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Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Solihull – Solihull College And University Centre

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Solihull. Classes run at Solihull College And University Centre, full-time during the day.

The course covers coaching techniques, injury rehabilitation, skill acquisition, and sports psychology. You'll build a broad, in-depth knowledge of the sports industry. The course takes one year to complete. You'll need four GCSEs at grade C or above, including English and Maths, plus the National Foundation Diploma in Sport.

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

Who this course is for

On our Extended Diploma for Sport, students will learn all about coaching techniques, rehabilitation of injuries, skill acquisition and psychology in sports performance to give them a well rounded and in-depth knowledge of the sports industry aiding them in progressing on to a higher education qualification in sports, sports development or coaching or employment within the sector. This is ideal for those who wish to progress to pursue interests in fitness, coaching or going on to a degree.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, including English and Maths Successful completion of the National Foundation Diploma in Sport.

What you will learn

  • You'll study coaching techniques used across different sports.
  • You'll learn how injuries are rehabilitated and managed.
  • You'll explore how people acquire and develop physical skills.
  • You'll study psychology and its role in sports performance.
  • You'll develop knowledge of the wider sports industry.
  • You'll gain practical experience through work placements.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom and use on-site facilities, including a gym, sports hall, and sports therapy clinic. Learning is hands-on and practical. The course includes work placements with sports clubs and centres across the West Midlands. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks, as is standard for a BTEC Extended Diploma.

What you will need to bring

Solihull College And University Centre will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Fitness instructor, leads group or one-to-one exercise sessions.
  • Gym instructor, supports members on the gym floor.
  • Personal trainer, designs and delivers individual training programmes.
  • Sports coach, coaches athletes or teams in a chosen sport.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports day-to-day operations at a sports facility.
  • Sports development officer, this role typically needs a degree or further experience.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport, Sports Science, or Sports Coaching (Level 6), the natural next step for many learners on this course.
  • A foundation degree or HND in Sport (Level 5), a shorter higher education route into sports management or coaching.
  • A Level 3 qualification in Personal Training, if you want to specialise in fitness instruction and work toward a gym-based role.
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