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Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Richmond upon Thames

CostFREE
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
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 Richmond upon Thames. Classes run at Grey Court School, full-time during the day.

The course covers sports development, coaching, and fitness. You'll explore different career routes in sport, from health centres and leisure facilities to coaching and outdoor education. Topics include the science behind sport, coaching principles, and how the sports industry works. The course takes two years to complete.

You'll need a Grade 6 at GCSE in PE, or a BTEC equivalent from Level 2, to join. Current involvement in organised sport outside school is also desirable. You'll finish with a Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport.

Who this course is for

The BTEC is designed for students who wish to start a career in the sports sector, with a specific focus on sports development, coaching and fitness. The qualification gives students an insight into the various different occupational routes you can take within the sector, including routes into the sport and leisure industry, health centres and private sector and public sector clubs. Opportunities include working with sports professionals, in fitness, sports coaching and outdoor education

Entry requirements

Grade 6 at GCSE in PE or BTEC equivalent from Level 2. Current involvement in organised sport, for example a member of a sport club/team, outside of school is desirable.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the principles of sports coaching and how to apply them.
  • You'll explore sports development and how the industry is structured.
  • You'll learn about fitness training methods and programme design.
  • You'll examine the science of sport, including anatomy and physiology.
  • You'll develop skills for working in health centres, leisure facilities, and clubs.
  • You'll gain an understanding of outdoor education and activity leadership.
  • You'll build knowledge of both public and private sector sport organisations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Grey Court School. The BTEC is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and external examinations. Assignments are set by Pearson Edexcel and marked internally, while external assessments are sat under exam conditions. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Grey Court 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, works to grow participation in sport locally.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports day-to-day operations at a sports facility.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification covering more units and deepening your specialist knowledge.
  • Higher National Certificate in Sport, a Level 4 qualification for those moving toward degree-level study.
  • Degree in Sport and Exercise Science or Sports Coaching, for those aiming at graduate-level roles in sport.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Award in Coaching a Sport, a practical coaching licence recognised by national governing bodies.
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