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

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2027
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 Kettering. Classes run at The Latimer Arts College, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC sport qualification covers applied learning across the sport sector. You'll study topics including anatomy and physiology, sports coaching, fitness training, and sports psychology. The course is equivalent in size to one A Level. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, to enrol.

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

Who this course is for

The Pearson BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport is an Applied General qualification for post-16 learners who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment in the sport sector. The qualification is equivalent in size to one A Level, and it has been designed as a one-year, full-time study programme, or a full two-year programme when studied alongside a further Level 3 qualification.

Entry requirements

5 GCSE's at grade 4 (C) 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 sports coaching skills and learn how to plan and lead sessions.
  • You'll study fitness training principles and how to apply them with clients.
  • You'll examine sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll learn how to assess and improve athletic performance.
  • You'll understand nutrition and its role in sport and physical activity.
  • You'll build skills in organising and delivering sport and fitness activities.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching, practical sessions, and coursework assignments. Assessment is mainly through internally assessed units, marked against Pearson Edexcel criteria. Some units are externally assessed through set tasks or exams. You'll build a portfolio of work over the two years, showing your knowledge and practical skills across the sport sector.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Latimer Arts College 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 in a gym or leisure centre.
  • Personal trainer, works one-to-one with clients on fitness goals.
  • Gym instructor, supports members on the gym floor with equipment and programmes.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport at a community level.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports the day-to-day running of a sports facility.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification for learners wanting deeper study before university.
  • Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching or Sports Science, a two-year higher education route.
  • BA or BSc in Sport and Exercise Science, the full undergraduate degree for careers in sport, coaching, or health.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for those focusing on fitness instruction and personal training roles.
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