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Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching Course in Macclesfield

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 Macclesfield. Classes run at Brighter Futures Macclesfield 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 in sport, and developing coaching skills. You'll study for around 11 months. To join, you'll need a GCSE grade 4 or above, or a 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 employability skills relevant to the sports sector.
  • You'll apply your learning in real work contexts through practical activities.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the campus. The BTEC is assessed through assignments and coursework rather than exams. You'll complete units that build your knowledge and practical skills over the course of the year. The centre also supports you with work experience, CV writing, and interview preparation alongside your studies.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, leads coaching sessions for a club or leisure provider.
  • Assistant sports coach, supports lead coaches in training and development.
  • Community sports development officer, promotes sport participation in local communities.
  • Sports activity leader, plans and runs activities for groups in leisure settings.
  • Fitness instructor, delivers exercise sessions in gyms or sports centres.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification for those wanting more depth before higher education.
  • Foundation degree or BA in Sports Coaching, for those looking to move into higher education.
  • Level 3 coaching awards in specific sports, such as football, athletics, or swimming, to qualify as a coach in a particular discipline.
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