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Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Bexhill-on-Sea

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start4 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 Bexhill-on-Sea. Classes run at Bexhill College, full-time during the day.

This Level 3 BTEC sport qualification covers the social, physical, geographical, and economic factors that shape sport and participation. You'll explore careers in coaching, sports science, and media. You'll also plan and lead real coaching sessions, including PE lessons for local primary schools. The course takes one year and is assessed through assignments, presentations, and practical coaching sessions. You'll need at least four GCSEs graded 4 to 9, including English or Maths.

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

Who this course is for

This course would be most suitable for students who have a keen interest in Sport, who wish to study Sport further into Higher Education or alternatively enter employment into the sporting industry. This course is an ideal alternative to A Level Physical Education.

Entry requirements

At least 4 GCSEs graded 4-9 including English or Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the social, physical, and economic factors that affect sports participation.
  • You'll explore the sports and active leisure industry, including careers in coaching, sports science, and media.
  • You'll plan and lead coaching sessions for peers and external sports groups.
  • You'll develop communication, organisation, teamwork, and leadership skills through work-related activities.
  • You'll gain knowledge of sports development and how it operates at local and national levels.

How you will learn

Assessment is through internally assessed assignment work. This may take the form of written assignments, presentations, or interviews. You'll also lead practical coaching sessions regularly, both to peers and to external sports groups such as local primary school classes. There are no external exams.

What you will need to bring

You'll need to purchase a compulsory sports kit to wear in all practical lessons. Astro boots and a whistle are also required. The course may include optional additional experiences such as First Aid courses, coaching badges, and trips, which may carry extra costs. Bexhill College will confirm full details before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for clubs or schools.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Personal trainer, works one-to-one with clients on fitness goals.
  • Gym instructor, supports members on the gym floor.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in schools.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport at community level.

What you could study next

  • A Level Physical Education, a natural academic step if you want to combine sport with further study.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Coaching, for a more specialist coaching route.
  • Degree in Sport Science, Sports Development, or PE Teaching, the path many previous students have taken.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, if you want to move into the fitness industry.
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