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BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Birmingham for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Broadway Academy

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
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 Birmingham.

About this course

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

The course covers sport performance, anatomy and physiology, coaching, fitness training, and sports psychology. You study sport both practically and academically. It carries the same weight as one A level, and you can take it alongside other Level 3 qualifications. You'll need five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English and maths, to get started.

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 develop your understanding of anatomy and physiology in sport.
  • You'll study the principles of sports coaching and how to apply them.
  • You'll explore fitness training methods and how to plan exercise programmes.
  • You'll analyse sport performance and learn how to give feedback.
  • You'll study sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll develop skills in sports leadership and working with others.
  • You'll gain practical experience as both a performer and a coach.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical sport sessions, and coursework assignments. Assessment is mostly through internally assessed units, with some externally assessed exams or tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work over the two years. Practical sessions give you hands-on experience alongside the academic study.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Broadway 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 on the gym floor with safe exercise.
  • Sports development officer, works to grow participation in sport locally.
  • Recreation assistant, supports activities at leisure centres or sports facilities.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification covering more units and carrying the weight of two A levels.
  • Level 4 HNC in Sport or a foundation degree in Sport, the next step into higher education.
  • A university degree in Sports Science, Physical Education, or Coaching, for those aiming at graduate-level roles in sport or teaching.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 coaching awards in specific sports, such as those offered by national governing bodies.

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