Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development Course in Eastwood. Classes run at Brighter Futures Eastwood Campus, full-time during the day. This is a top-up route for learners who have already completed the BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sports Coaching and Development. The course runs for 11 months and covers careers in sport and active leisure, health and wellbeing, and developing coaching skills. You'll also build employability skills and apply your learning in real work contexts.
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 develop practical coaching skills to plan and deliver sports sessions.
You'll study careers and employment pathways in the sport and active leisure industry.
You'll explore the links between health, wellbeing, and sport.
You'll apply essential employability skills in real work contexts.
You'll build knowledge of sports coaching and development roles at sector level.
You'll gain experience through work placement to support your progression into employment or higher education.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Brighter Futures Eastwood Campus. The Pearson BTEC National is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units. You'll complete coursework and practical tasks that apply your knowledge to real sport sector contexts. The centre also offers CV writing and interview technique workshops alongside your studies.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brighter Futures Eastwood 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 sports development officer. Promote participation in sport locally.
Fitness instructor. Lead exercise sessions in leisure or gym settings.
PE teaching assistant. Support physical education in schools.
Sports administrator. Coordinate programmes and events for sports organisations.
Activity coordinator. Plan sport and leisure activities for community venues.
What you could study next
BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development. A larger qualification if you want to deepen your study before entering the sector.
Foundation Degree or BA in Sports Coaching. University-level study for those aiming at senior coaching or management roles.
Level 4 Certificate in Coaching. A specialist coaching qualification recognised by national governing bodies in specific sports.
