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

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration18 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 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 Sutton Coldfield.

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport Course in Sutton Coldfield. Classes run full-time at Arthur Terry School.

This Level 3 BTEC sport qualification covers anatomy and physiology, fitness training and programming, and the science behind sport and exercise. You study four units over 18 months, combining exams with case study assessments. The course carries UCAS points equivalent to one A Level, supporting progression to university or employment in sport and fitness.

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

Who this course is for

The BTEC Sport course at Arthur Terry School allows students the opportunity to study some of the key theoretical concepts of Sport at post-16 level. Here at Arthur Terry School we offer the BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport, 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 is delivered over a two - year period alongside other A level and BTEC qualifications. Students will receive a Distinction, Merit or Pass which carries an equivalence in UCAS points to traditional A level subjects. The overall grade is based on the weighted scores a student achieves in each unit and it possible to achieve a Distinction*.

Entry requirements

Minimum entry requirement to the Arthur Terry 6th form: Gaining a minimum 33 points from a minimum of 7 GCSEs which must include English Language and Maths with a minimum point score of 4. Individual subject entry requirements must follow the Pathway entry requirements table also available on the Arthur Terry School website. Up to 2 BTEC/OCR National qualifications at Level 2 Merit can be used for 6th form entry. Each BTEC will count as 1 of the 7 GCSE grades Minimum subject entry requirement: 5 in GCSE PE (including a grade 6 in the theory paper) and 5 in Science (Core and Additional)

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular and respiratory systems work.
  • You'll study the body's energy systems and how they support physical activity.
  • You'll learn how to screen clients and assess their lifestyle and fitness needs.
  • You'll develop fitness training methods and design programmes to improve health and wellbeing.
  • You'll examine the principles behind sport performance and coaching practice.
  • You'll build knowledge that supports progression into higher education or sport sector roles.

How you will learn

The course uses a mix of classroom teaching, written exams, and case study assessments. Unit 1 is assessed by a 90-minute exam. Unit 2 uses a case study released two weeks before a timed assessment. Other units are assessed through coursework and set assignments. You study 360 guided learning hours across four units, three mandatory and one optional.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Arthur Terry 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 in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one programmes for clients.
  • Gym instructor, supports members on the gym floor with safe exercise technique.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes participation in local sport programmes.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of clubs, events, or sport organisations.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure, a work-based route into coaching or leisure management roles.
  • BTEC Higher National Certificate in Sport, a Level 4 qualification for those not taking a full degree.
  • BSc Sport Science or Sports Coaching degree, the natural next step for learners who earn UCAS points through this BTEC.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for those focusing specifically on fitness instruction and client programming.
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