Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development Course in Sale. Classes run at Brighter Futures Sale Campus, full-time during the day. The course takes 11 months to complete. You'll study careers in the sport and active leisure industry, health and wellbeing, and developing coaching skills. The programme also includes work experience, CV writing support, and interview technique workshops to help you move into employment or higher education. To join, 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 participants.
You'll apply your knowledge in real work contexts through work experience.
You'll build employability skills including CV writing and interview technique.
How you will learn
The Pearson BTEC National is assessed through a combination of coursework assignments and externally set assessments. You'll apply your knowledge to realistic sport and coaching scenarios. Classroom sessions at Brighter Futures Sale Campus are delivered full-time during the day, with industry experts contributing to the programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brighter Futures Sale Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Assistant sports coach, supporting coaches in structured sessions
Community sports coach, delivering activities for local groups
Sports development officer, promoting participation in sport
Leisure centre instructor, leading fitness and sport sessions
School sports coach, working with young people in education settings
Sports administrator, supporting the running of clubs or organisations
What you could study next
Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Sport, a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education in sport.
A university degree in Sports Coaching, Sports Science, or Physical Education, building on the BTEC National for those aiming for graduate-level roles.
Level 3 coaching awards in specific sports (such as football, athletics, or swimming) to add specialist coaching credentials alongside your BTEC qualification.
