Free Level 1 BTEC Introductory Certificate in Sport Course in Telford. Classes run at Telford College, full-time during the day. The course runs for 35 weeks and covers a mix of theory and practical sport activities, including fitness, how the body works, and outdoor skills such as map reading. You'll also develop literacy and numeracy alongside your sport studies. Entry is subject to interview.
Who this course is for
A mixture of theory and practical exercises, this course can open the door to a wide range of indoor and outdoor pursuits, increasing your knowledge of how the body works. Among the disciplines taught on this course are life skills such as map reading, fitness, and an examination of how the body works. All students will also be trained in the all-important functional skills of literacy and numeracy.
Entry requirements
Subject to interview
What you will learn
You'll explore how the human body works and responds to physical activity.
You'll develop practical fitness skills through hands-on training.
You'll learn map reading and outdoor navigation techniques.
You'll study a range of indoor and outdoor sports and pursuits.
You'll build literacy skills as part of your studies.
You'll build numeracy skills alongside your sport learning.
How you will learn
Learning combines classroom theory with practical exercises. You'll study sport topics in sessions at Telford College and take part in hands-on activities. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks rather than formal exams, which is typical of BTEC qualifications at this level.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Telford College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Leisure centre assistant: supporting activities at gyms and sports facilities
Sports coach assistant: helping run sessions for community groups
Fitness instructor trainee: entry-level role in health and fitness settings
Outdoor activities assistant: supporting outdoor pursuits and adventure programmes
Sports development assistant: working with local clubs or councils on participation
What you could study next
BTEC Level 2 Certificate or Diploma in Sport: the natural next step, going deeper into sport science, coaching, and fitness.
Level 2 Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure: broadens your options into leisure management and community sport roles.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English and Maths: if you want to strengthen your literacy and numeracy alongside sport study or before moving to Level 3.
