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Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching Course in Eastwood

CostFREE
Duration11 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching Course in Eastwood. Classes run at Brighter Futures Eastwood Campus, full-time during the day.

This Level 3 BTEC sports coaching qualification covers careers in the sport and active leisure industry, health and wellbeing, and developing coaching skills. You'll study for around 11 months. To enrol, you'll need GCSE grade 4 or above, or Functional Skills Level 2, in both Maths and English.

You'll finish with a Pearson BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development.

Who this course is for

The Pearson BTEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development focuses primarily on progressing to employment as an assistant coach. It is intended for post-16 students who want to progress directly to employment, including self-employment, in sports coaching and development roles. It is also suitable for those wishing to progress to higher education, where students have the added advantage of using the qualification to help them obtain part-time employment while studying.

Entry requirements

For the BTEC National Foundation Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development programme, all students registered on this programme should have accredited prior learning in both Maths and English (previously achieved a GCSE grade 4 or above or Functional Skill Level 2 in both). The Foundation Diploma has an additional 180 GLH required to complete the qualification, so students who don’t have to resit Maths and English qualifications additionally would therefore have the time and ability to manage.

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 learn how to plan and deliver coaching sessions.
  • You'll build essential employability skills for the sport sector.
  • You'll apply your knowledge in real work contexts, including work experience.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Brighter Futures Eastwood Campus. The BTEC is assessed through coursework and assignments rather than exams. You'll also take part in work experience, CV writing workshops, and interview technique sessions to prepare you for employment or further study.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Brighter Futures Eastwood Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for a club or leisure centre.
  • Assistant sports coach, supports lead coaches in training and development programmes.
  • Community sports development officer, promotes sport participation in local communities.
  • Leisure centre instructor, leads fitness and sports activities for members.
  • School sports coach, delivers sport sessions in a primary or secondary school setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, a larger BTEC qualification for those wanting more depth before university.
  • Foundation degree in Sports Coaching, a two-year higher education route into coaching practice.
  • BA (Hons) in Sports Coaching and Development, a full degree for those aiming for senior coaching or management roles.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Coaching, a professional qualification recognised by national governing bodies.
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