Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development Course in Macclesfield. Classes run at Brighter Futures Macclesfield Campus, full-time during the day. This is the Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec sports coaching and development qualification, covering careers in sport and active leisure, health and wellbeing, and developing coaching skills. The course runs for 11 months. You'll also build employability skills and apply your knowledge in real work contexts. Entry requires completion of the Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development.
Who this course is for
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development is intended for post-16 learners wanting 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 would have the added advantage of using this qualification to obtain part-time employment while studying.
Entry requirements
Students must have completed the Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (540) in Sports Coaching and Development. Due to the Unit requirements for the 720 and 1080 GLH BTECs, we expect that students would top up to the corresponding 2nd year programme to what they've completed as any student wanting to move to the Diploma from the Foundation would only do 1 mandatory unit of 180 GLH and there are too many units to complete to move from the Extended Certificate to Extended Diploma.
What you will learn
You'll explore careers in the sport and active leisure industry.
You'll develop practical coaching skills for sport and physical activity settings.
You'll study health, wellbeing, and their relationship to sport.
You'll apply your knowledge in real work contexts through work experience.
You'll develop essential employability skills, including CV writing and interview technique.
You'll build the knowledge needed to progress into employment or higher education in the sport sector.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Brighter Futures Macclesfield Campus. The Pearson BTEC format uses unit-based assessment, which means you'll be assessed through assignments, projects, and practical tasks rather than traditional exams. Work experience is included as part of the programme. Industry experts contribute to delivery, bringing current knowledge of the sport and fitness sectors.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brighter Futures Macclesfield 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.
Sports development assistant. Support programmes that grow participation in sport.
Personal trainer. Work with individuals on fitness goals, including self-employment.
School sport coordinator. Organise and deliver sport in a school setting.
What you could study next
Foundation Degree or BA in Sports Coaching or Sports Science. A natural next step if you want to deepen your knowledge and move into senior coaching or management roles.
Level 4 Certificate in Coaching. Sector-specific coaching awards that employers and national governing bodies recognise.
PGCE or School Direct. If you want to move into teaching physical education in schools.
