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BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Manchester for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Xaverian College

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
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 Manchester.

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport Course in Manchester. Classes run at Xaverian College, full-time over two years.

The course covers sport science, anatomy and physiology, fitness training, and coaching principles. You'll also develop skills in communication, teamwork, and research. A grade 4 in English and Maths is recommended before you start. The course is equivalent to two A Levels, so it carries real weight for university applications or employment.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport.

Who this course is for

If you're interested in business and want to follow a work related route to higher education or employment, this course is for you. Equivalent to 2 A levels, you can combine it with other level 3 qualifications that either complement or contrast with business. It would suit you if you prefer a combination of coursework and exams to exam only courses. You'll also get transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis that are useful in a wide range of non-business careers.

Entry requirements

Grade 4 from English and Maths recommended

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll learn the principles of fitness training and programme design.
  • You'll explore sports coaching techniques and how to apply them.
  • You'll develop skills in sports leadership and organising activity sessions.
  • You'll build research and analysis skills through coursework projects.
  • You'll study sport psychology and how it affects performance.
  • You'll learn how to assess and improve athletic performance.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of coursework assignments and written exams. Classroom sessions cover theory and practical application. Coursework is assessed throughout the course, and some units are assessed by external Pearson Edexcel exams. This combination means you're not relying on exams alone.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Xaverian College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for teams or individuals.
  • 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.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport locally.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports the running of sport and fitness facilities.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, for those wanting to specialise further at university.
  • A Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into coaching or teaching roles.
  • A Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for those heading straight into the fitness industry.
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