BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Radstock for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Somervale School

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration78 weeks
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 Bath and North East Somerset.

About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport Course in Radstock. Classes run at Somervale School, full-time during the day.

This BTEC sport qualification takes around 78 weeks to complete. You'll explore the science and technology behind sport, building knowledge that supports careers in coaching, fitness, and the wider sporting industry. Units cover anatomy and physiology, fitness training, sports psychology, and performance analysis. You'll need a Grade 4 in GCSE PE and a grade 44 in GCSE Science to join.

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

Who this course is for

The course was introduced to capitalise on a very highly motivated group of students within core Physical Education with the intention of offering the opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification that can be used when applying either for higher education or employment. It is intended that the course will use each student's skill and enthusiasm in sport to develop an awareness and interest in science technology, which underpins much of the sporting industry. The course is student centred. Students learn through investigation and active involvement taking a large responsibility for their own learning. The seven units are taught through 'learning outcomes' and each assignment will concentrate on testing and extending the students' knowledge in one or more of the outcomes. The tutor will act as a learning resource for the students, offering advice and guidance as to how to approach the work. Students with an interest in sport and coaching who may wish to seek employment in those fields. The course relies on assignments, presentations and practical work as its means of assessment and these elements may be seen as a valid factor in its favour.

Entry requirements

Grade 4 in GCSE PE and a grade 44 in GCSE Science.

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll explore fitness training principles and how to apply them.
  • You'll learn about sports psychology and its role in performance.
  • You'll analyse sporting performance using data and technology.
  • You'll develop knowledge of nutrition and its impact on sport.
  • You'll understand how to plan and deliver sports coaching sessions.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based and delivered full-time during the day. You'll be assessed through a mix of internally assessed assignments and externally set and marked exams. Assignments are completed throughout the course and assess your practical knowledge and understanding. Exams test core units set by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Somervale School 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 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.
  • Community sports coordinator, organises sport and activity programmes.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification for learners who want to go deeper before university or employment.
  • Foundation Degree in Sport or Sports Science, a two-year higher education route at a university or college.
  • Degree in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or Physical Education, the full undergraduate route for those aiming at professional or academic careers in sport.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for those focused on fitness instruction and coaching roles.

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