Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching and Development Course in Wesham. Classes run at Brighter Futures Fylde 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 grade 2 in GCSE English and 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 build employability skills relevant to the sport sector
You'll gain experience applying your knowledge in real work contexts
How you will learn
The Pearson BTEC National is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed tasks. In the classroom, you'll work on projects, practical tasks, and case studies that apply your knowledge to real sport and coaching contexts. Work experience is also built into the programme, giving you hands-on time in the sector alongside your classroom learning.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brighter Futures Fylde 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
Community sports activator, running sessions for local groups
Sports development officer, promoting participation in sport
Leisure centre assistant, supporting activities and programmes
School sports coach, delivering PE and after-school clubs
Personal trainer assistant, supporting fitness professionals
What you could study next
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Sport, for a larger qualification that strengthens a university application
A degree in Sports Coaching, Sports Science, or Physical Education, building on the knowledge and UCAS points this qualification can provide
Level 3 NVQ in Sport and Active Leisure, if you move into employment and want a work-based qualification alongside your role
