Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development Course in Stapleford. Classes run at Brighter Futures Stapleford Campus, full-time during the day. 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. To join, you'll need at least a grade 2 in GCSE English and a grade 1 in GCSE Maths. This free BTEC Sports Coaching and Development qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel.
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 for working with individuals and groups.
You'll study the relationship between health, wellbeing, and sport.
You'll apply your knowledge in real work contexts through practical tasks.
You'll build employability skills including CV writing and interview technique.
You'll gain experience through work placement in a sports setting.
How you will learn
The Pearson BTEC National is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. Classroom sessions cover theory and practical coaching work. You'll complete assignments that apply your learning to real sport and coaching contexts. Work experience is also part of the programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brighter Futures Stapleford Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Assistant sports coach, supporting coaches in clubs or leisure centres
Sports development officer, promoting participation in local communities
Gym instructor, leading sessions and supporting members
Community sports coordinator, organising activities for local groups
School sports coach, delivering PE and after-school sport
Leisure centre assistant, working across fitness and sport facilities
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Sport, for a broader qualification that carries more UCAS points toward university entry.
A degree in Sports Coaching, Sports Science, or Physical Education, building on the knowledge and practical skills from this course.
Level 4 or 5 coaching qualifications through sport governing bodies, for those moving into senior or specialist coaching roles.
