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Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Seaford

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport Course in Seaford. Classes run at Seaford Head School 6th Form Centre, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC sport course gives you a broad grounding in the sport sector. You'll study topics such as anatomy and physiology, fitness training, sports psychology, coaching, and sports development. The course carries UCAS points and is designed to sit alongside A Levels or other BTEC Nationals as part of a two-year programme.

You'll need five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and Maths. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Extended Certificate in Sport.

Who this course is for

Key facts about this course: A broad basis of study for the sport sector. This qualification is designed to support progression to higher education when taken as part of a programme of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels. What could I go onto next?: The qualification carries UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers as contributing to meeting admission requirements for many courses if taken alongside other qualifications as part of a two?year programme of study. It combines well with a large number of subjects and supports entry to higher education courses in a very wide range of disciplines(depending on the subjects taken alongside). For learners who wish to study an aspect of sport in higher education, opportunities include: BA (Hons) in Sport Studies and Business, if taken alongside A Levels in Business and Maths BSC (Hons) in Sport Psychology, if taken alongside a BTEC National Extended Certificate in Applied Science and A Level in Psychology BA (Hons) in Sports Education and Special and Inclusive Education, if taken alongside an A Level in English Language and a BTEC National Extended Certificate in Performing Arts BA (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science, if taken alongside a BTEC National Diploma in Applied Science.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs Grade 4 or above including English and Mathematics

What you will learn

  • You'll explore anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll study fitness training principles and how to plan training programmes.
  • You'll learn about sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll develop coaching skills and understand how to lead sporting activities.
  • You'll examine sports development and how sport is organised in the UK.
  • You'll analyse performance and learn how to give constructive feedback.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based with full-time daytime attendance. Pearson Edexcel BTEC Nationals are assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed exams. Assignments are set and marked at the centre. External assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Seaford Head School 6th Form Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for individuals or teams.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes in a gym or leisure centre.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one fitness programmes for clients.
  • Gym instructor, supports members on the gym floor and with equipment.
  • Community sports development officer, promotes sport participation locally.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of clubs or sporting organisations.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, the natural next step after this BTEC sport qualification for those aiming at a professional or coaching career.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification (such as a CIMSPA-endorsed diploma), for those who want to work as a personal trainer sooner rather than later.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning, a specialist route for those working with performance athletes.
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