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Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Canterbury

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Canterbury. Classes run at St Anselm's Catholic School, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC sport course covers sport performance, anatomy and physiology, coaching practice, fitness training, and sports psychology. You'll study both the practical and academic sides of sport. The course carries the same weight as one A level and builds transferable skills alongside your other studies. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or above to apply.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 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

4 GCSE's at grade 4 or above.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your understanding of anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll study coaching principles and how to plan and deliver sports sessions.
  • You'll explore fitness training methods and how to design training programmes.
  • You'll analyse sport performance and learn how to give constructive feedback.
  • You'll study sports psychology and how mental factors affect performance.
  • You'll develop practical sport skills as both a performer and a coach.
  • You'll build transferable skills in research, analysis, and communication.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons, practical sessions, and coursework assignments. Assessment is mainly through internally assessed units, marked by your teachers and moderated by Pearson Edexcel. Some units may include externally set assessments. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years, combining written assignments with practical evidence.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Anselm's Catholic School will confirm anything else you need 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 or gym floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs and delivers one-to-one fitness programmes.
  • Gym instructor, supports members with equipment and training plans.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport locally.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports day-to-day operations at a sports facility.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification covering more units if you want to go deeper before university.
  • Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching or Sports Science, a two-year higher education route into coaching or sport science careers.
  • BA or BSc in Sport and Exercise Science, the full undergraduate degree for those aiming at graduate-level roles in sport, health, or education.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, a vocational route if you want to work as a personal trainer or fitness instructor.
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