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Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in London – St Thomas the Apostle College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
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 London. Classes run at St Thomas the Apostle College, full-time over two years.

This Pearson Edexcel Level 3 BTEC sport qualification covers anatomy and physiology, fitness training, sports coaching, nutrition, and sports psychology. You'll study how the body works, how to plan training programmes, and how to support athletes and clients. The course involves around 360 guided learning hours.

You'll need a Grade 5 in PE and a 5-5 grade in GCSE Double Award Science to apply. You'll finish with a Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport.

Entry requirements

Grade 5 in PE and 5-5 grade in GCSE Double Award Science

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver fitness training programmes.
  • You'll develop sports coaching skills and techniques.
  • You'll explore sports nutrition and its role in performance.
  • You'll study sports psychology and how mindset affects performance.
  • You'll learn how to assess fitness levels and set goals for clients.

How you will learn

The course combines classroom lessons with practical sessions. You'll be assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed exams set by Pearson Edexcel. Assignments are based on real sport and fitness scenarios. Some units are assessed through written tasks and others through practical performance evidence.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Thomas the Apostle College 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 and with equipment.
  • Community sports development officer, promotes sport participation locally.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of clubs or sporting organisations.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification covering more units and supporting university applications.
  • A degree in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or Physical Education at university.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to teach or coach professionally.
  • A sports coaching or fitness apprenticeship, combining work and further study.
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