Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Brighter Futures Nottingham Campus, full-time during the day. You'll need a minimum grade 2 in GCSE English and a minimum grade 1 in GCSE Maths to enrol. The course runs for 11 months and covers careers in sport and active leisure, health and wellbeing, and developing coaching skills. You'll also get support with work experience, CV writing, and interview preparation. The Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec sports coaching and development qualification prepares you for assistant coaching roles or progression to higher education.
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 develop practical coaching skills to support athletes and participants.
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 across the sport sector.
You'll prepare for work experience, including CV writing and interview technique.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Brighter Futures Nottingham Campus. The Pearson BTEC format uses assignment-based assessment rather than formal exams. You'll complete coursework and practical tasks that apply your knowledge to real sport and coaching scenarios. Work experience is also part of the programme, giving you hands-on time in a sport or active leisure setting.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brighter Futures Nottingham Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach assistant: support lead coaches in training sessions
Community sports coach: deliver activities for local clubs or leisure centres
Fitness instructor: guide participants through exercise programmes
Sports development officer: promote participation in sport locally
PE teaching assistant: support physical education in schools
Leisure centre assistant: coordinate activities and support members
What you could study next
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Sport: a larger qualification covering more of the sport sector in depth.
Level 4 Certificate in Coaching: moves you toward senior or specialist coaching roles.
Foundation Degree or BA in Sports Coaching or Sports Science: university-level study for those wanting to progress into management, teaching, or advanced coaching careers.
