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BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Tidworth for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2028
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Sports Coaching Courses in Wiltshire.

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About this course

Free BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport Course in Tidworth. Classes run at The Wellington Academy, full-time over two years.

The course is free for eligible students aged 16 to 19 years old. You'll need five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English and maths, to get started. This Level 3 BTEC sport qualification covers sport performance, anatomy and physiology, coaching, fitness training, and sports psychology. It carries the same weight as one A level, and you can study it alongside other Level 3 courses.

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

Who this course is for

If you are intending to pursue health, fitness or sports-related occupations in the future such as recreation management, sports development, coaching, instructing or teaching, this course is for you. It allows you to explore sport both as a performer and academically and gives you the opportunity to study a work related qualification alongside other level 3 courses such as A levels or other BTEC qualifications. The equivalent of 1 A level, it will also give you transferable skills such as teamwork, leadership and resilience that are useful for a variety of careers and higher education courses.

Entry requirements

5 GCSE's grades 9-4 (A*-C) including English and maths

What you will learn

  • You'll study the principles of anatomy and physiology as they apply to sport and exercise.
  • You'll develop practical coaching and instructing skills.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll analyse sport performance and learn how to improve it.
  • You'll study fitness training methods and how to apply them.
  • You'll examine how sport and recreation are managed and developed.
  • You'll build transferable skills in research, teamwork, and communication.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom lessons, practical sessions, and coursework assignments. Assessment is mainly through Pearson-set assignments completed over the course, with some units assessed by external examination. You'll build a portfolio of work that shows your skills and knowledge across the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Wellington Academy 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 gyms or leisure centres.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one fitness programmes for clients.
  • Gym instructor, supports members with equipment and exercise plans.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport within communities.
  • Recreation assistant, supports the running of leisure and sports facilities.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification for those wanting deeper study before university.
  • Foundation Degree in Sport or Sports Science, a higher education route into coaching or sports management.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Coaching, for those moving into professional coaching roles.
  • Degree in Physical Education or Sports Science, for those aiming toward teaching, research, or elite sport careers.
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