Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development Course in Halifax. Classes run at Brighter Futures Halifax Rugby Campus, full-time during the day. This level 3 btec sports coaching and development course takes 11 months to complete. You'll study careers in sport and active leisure, health and wellbeing, and how to develop coaching skills. The course also includes work experience, CV writing, and interview workshops to help you move into employment or higher education. To enrol, you'll need at least a grade 2 in GCSE English and a grade 1 in GCSE Maths.
Who this course is for
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sports Coaching is intended for post-16 learners who want to progress directly to employment in an assistant coaching role. The qualification is also suitable for those wishing to progress to higher education, where students would have the added advantage of using it to obtain part-time employment while studying.
Entry requirements
For the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sports Coaching programme, all students registered on this programme should have previously achieved a minimum grade 2 in GCSE English, and a minimum grade 1 in GCSE Maths.
What you will learn
You'll explore careers in the sport and active leisure industry.
You'll study the relationship between health, wellbeing, and sport.
You'll develop practical coaching skills for working with individuals and groups.
You'll learn how to plan and deliver coaching sessions.
You'll apply your skills in real work contexts through work experience.
You'll build employability skills including CV writing and interview technique.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the Halifax Rugby Campus, supported by industry experts. Assessment is through assignments and practical tasks that apply your knowledge to real sport and coaching contexts. Work experience is built into the programme, giving you the chance to put your coaching skills into practice alongside your studies.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brighter Futures Halifax Rugby Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Assistant sports coach. Support coaches in delivering sessions to groups.
Community sports coach. Deliver sport and activity programmes locally.
Sports development officer. Help grow participation in sport and leisure.
School sports coach. Work with young people in a school setting.
Leisure centre instructor. Lead activities and sessions at a leisure facility.
Sports administrator. Support the running of a sports club or organisation.
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport. A larger qualification covering more of the sport sector in greater depth.
Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching. A higher education route for those wanting to specialise further.
Degree in Sports Science or Physical Education. For those aiming for graduate-level roles in sport, coaching, or education.
Level 3 coaching awards in specific sports (such as FA, RFU, or UK Athletics). Recognised by governing bodies for working in specific sports.
