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

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

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport Course in Enfield. Classes run at Kingsmead School, full-time over two years.

The course covers the fundamentals of the sport sector. You'll study areas such as anatomy and physiology, sports coaching, fitness training, and sports psychology. It carries the same size as one A Level and is awarded by Pearson Edexcel.

To join, you'll need at least eight GCSEs at Grade 5 or above, including English and Maths, or a Merit in a relevant BTEC. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport.

Who this course is for

The sport industry contributes billions of pounds each year to the UK economy and is a continuously growing sector. The industry employs more than 400,000 people and offers many career openings in a range of areas, including management, fitness, leisure, recreation, outdoors, well-being, elite performance, coaching and teaching. The qualification is equivalent in size to 1 A Level and aims to provide the fundamentals of the study of the sport sector at this level. The content of this qualification has been developed in consultation with academics to ensure that it supports progression, through the development of knowledge and skills, to higher education. In addition, employers and professional bodies have been involved and consulted to confirm that the content is appropriate and consistent with current practice should you choose to enter employment directly in the sports sector.

Entry requirements

Grade 5 or above at GCSE or Merit in BTEC and 8 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including English and Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll explore anatomy and physiology as they apply to sport and exercise.
  • You'll develop knowledge of sports coaching principles and practice.
  • You'll study fitness training and programming for different goals.
  • You'll examine sports psychology and how it affects performance.
  • You'll learn about nutrition and its role in sport.
  • You'll investigate the sports industry, including career pathways and management.
  • You'll build skills in planning and delivering sporting activities.

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 externally assessed units set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. There are no traditional written exams for every unit, but some units include a set task completed under supervised conditions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Kingsmead School will confirm anything else you need before you start. Note that additional study materials may be at an extra cost.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for individuals or teams.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes or gym floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one fitness programmes for clients.
  • Gym instructor, supports members with equipment and workout plans.
  • Leisure centre assistant, helps run activities and facilities for the public.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport across a community.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification covering more units for deeper specialist knowledge.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into coaching or teaching sport.
  • Degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, for those aiming at graduate-level roles in elite sport or sports management.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, a vocational route directly into the fitness industry.
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