Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development Course in Bedworth. Classes run at Brighter Futures Bedworth Campus, full-time during the day. This level 3 btec sports coaching and development course runs for 11 months and covers careers in sport and active leisure, health and wellbeing, and developing coaching skills. You'll apply your knowledge in real work contexts, building the practical understanding employers in the sport sector look for. The course also includes work experience, CV writing, and interview technique support to help you move into employment or higher education. Entry requires completion of the BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sports Coaching and Development.
Who this course is for
The BTEC National Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development is intended for post-16 students who want to progress directly to employment, including self-employment, in sports coaching and development roles. It is also suitable for those wishing to progress to higher education, where students have the added advantage of using the qualification to help them obtain part-time employment while studying.
Entry requirements
Students must have completed the BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sports Coaching and Development. Based off the Unit requirements for the 720 and 1080 GLH BTECs, we expect that students would top up to the corresponding second year programme. This is due to the number of units required to complete when topping up from the Extended Certificate to the Extended Diploma and students wanting to move to the Diploma from the Foundation Diploma would only do 1 mandatory unit of 180 GLH.
What you will learn
You'll explore careers in the sport and active leisure industry.
You'll develop practical coaching skills for working with individuals and groups.
You'll study the relationship between health, wellbeing, and sport.
You'll apply coaching knowledge in real work contexts.
You'll build essential employability skills valued by sport sector employers.
You'll prepare for progression to higher education or direct employment in sports coaching and development roles.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Brighter Futures Bedworth Campus. The Pearson BTEC National Diploma is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and, where required, externally assessed units. You'll complete coursework and practical tasks that apply your learning to real sport sector scenarios. Work experience is also part of the programme, giving you hands-on context alongside your classroom study.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brighter Futures Bedworth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach. Plan and deliver coaching sessions for clubs or community groups.
Community sport development officer. Promote participation in sport locally.
Fitness instructor. Lead exercise sessions in gyms or leisure centres.
PE teaching assistant. Support physical education in schools.
Sports development coordinator. Manage sport programmes for organisations.
Personal trainer. Work with clients one-to-one, including self-employment.
What you could study next
BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development. A larger qualification that broadens your knowledge and strengthens your university application.
Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching or Sports Science. A higher education route for those wanting to specialise further.
Level 4 Certificate in Coaching. A professional coaching qualification recognised by national governing bodies in sport.
