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Free BTEC Level 3 Sports Coaching Course in Stapleford

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 Stapleford. Classes run at Brighter Futures Stapleford Campus, full-time during the day.

The course runs for around 11 months. You'll need a GCSE grade 4 or above, or a Functional Skills Level 2, in both Maths and English to join.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel 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 sports settings.
  • You'll study health, wellbeing, and their role in sport.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver coaching sessions.
  • You'll build employability skills, including CV writing and interview technique.
  • You'll gain experience applying your skills in real work contexts.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical coaching activities. Assessment is assignment-based, as is standard for BTEC qualifications. You'll complete units through coursework and practical tasks rather than written exams. The centre also supports you with work experience to develop your skills in a real sports environment.

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

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for a club or leisure centre.
  • Assistant coach, supports lead coaches in training and development programmes.
  • Community sports coach, delivers sport and activity sessions in schools or community settings.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport at a local or regional level.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group or individual sessions in a gym or leisure facility.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Coaching, Teaching and Mentoring, a work-based route for practising coaches.
  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification for those wanting more depth before higher education.
  • Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching, a higher education route for those aiming to coach at a higher level.
  • Degree in Sports Science or Physical Education, for those looking to move into specialist or academic roles.
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