Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development Course in Tamworth. Classes run at Brighter Futures Tamworth 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 apply your knowledge in real work contexts, with support for work experience, CV writing, and interview preparation alongside your studies. 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 and techniques.
You'll learn how to plan and deliver coaching sessions.
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 is assessed through a combination of coursework assignments and practical tasks completed in the classroom and work settings. You'll build a portfolio of evidence over the 11 months. Some units may include externally assessed tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. Classroom sessions cover both theory and applied practice, so you're developing knowledge and hands-on skills throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brighter Futures Tamworth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Assistant sports coach, supporting coaches in clubs or community settings
Community sports development officer, promoting participation locally
Leisure centre assistant, supporting activities and programmes
School sports coach, delivering sessions in primary or secondary schools
Personal trainer assistant, supporting fitness professionals
Sports administrator, coordinating events and programmes
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 work experience you gain at Level 3.
Level 3 coaching awards in specific sports (such as FA, RFU, or England Athletics qualifications), which are often required for paid coaching roles.
