Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Aylesbury – Aylesbury Grammar School

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport Course in Aylesbury. Classes run at Aylesbury Grammar School, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC sport course covers the science and practice of sport. You'll study anatomy and physiology, fitness training, sports psychology, and coaching principles. The course is equivalent in size to one A Level and gives you a broad grounding in the sport sector.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport.

Who this course is for

The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport is designed for post-16 learners who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment in the sports sector. This qualification is equivalent in size to one A Level and provides a broad basis of study for the sport sector.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in PE (if studied at GCSE) or Grade 6 in Biology (or Science/Additional Science) if GCSE PE was not studied. Student must have a strong interest in sport and physical education.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll study the principles of fitness training and how to apply them.
  • You'll learn the fundamentals of sports coaching and leadership.
  • You'll examine sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll investigate nutrition and its role in sport and physical activity.
  • You'll develop skills in planning and delivering sport and fitness sessions.

How you will learn

The BTEC is assessed through a mix of coursework and external exams. Coursework units are assessed by your centre and submitted for moderation. Some units are assessed through Pearson-set assignments or timed exams. You'll attend classroom sessions at Aylesbury Grammar School throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Aylesbury Grammar School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for clubs or schools.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Personal trainer, designs individual fitness programmes for clients.
  • Gym instructor, supports members on the gym floor and with equipment.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes sport participation locally.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of a sports club or organisation.

What you could study next

  • Foundation Degree or BSc in Sport Science, the natural next step for those wanting to study sport at university level.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, a route into self-employment as a personal trainer.
  • BTEC Higher National Certificate in Sport, a higher-level vocational route if you prefer applied study over a full degree.