Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development Course in Bradford. Classes run at Brighter Futures Bradford Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs for 11 months and covers careers in the sport and active leisure industry, health and wellbeing, and developing coaching skills. You'll build the knowledge and practical skills needed to move into employment in the sports sector or progress to higher education. The entry requirement for this Diploma is 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 and employment pathways in the sport and active leisure industry.
You'll develop practical coaching skills and learn how to apply them in work contexts.
You'll study the relationship between health, wellbeing, and sport.
You'll build essential employability skills, including how to present yourself to employers.
You'll gain experience applying your knowledge in real sport sector contexts.
How you will learn
The Pearson BTEC National Diploma is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units. You'll complete coursework, practical tasks, and written assignments linked to the units you study. Classes are delivered face-to-face at the Bradford campus during the day. The centre also supports you with work experience, CV writing, and interview technique workshops alongside your qualification study.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brighter Futures Bradford Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach. Work with individuals or teams in a sport setting.
Community sports development officer. Promote participation in sport locally.
Fitness instructor. Lead sessions in gyms, leisure centres, or community venues.
Sports coordinator. Organise programmes and activities for clubs or organisations.
PE teaching assistant. Support physical education in schools.
Leisure centre supervisor. Oversee day-to-day operations at a sports facility.
What you could study next
BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development. A larger qualification that can strengthen a university application or broaden your skills further.
Foundation Degree or BA in Sports Coaching, Sport Science, or Physical Education. The next step if you want to move into higher education and specialist roles.
Level 4 Certificate in Coaching. Deepens your coaching practice for those moving directly into employment.
