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BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Waltham Forest for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
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 Waltham Forest.

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About this course

Free BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport Course in Waltham Forest. Classes run at Sir George Monoux Sixth Form College, full-time during the day.

This Level 3 BTEC sport qualification covers anatomy and physiology, fitness training principles, sports coaching, and sports psychology. You'll also study nutrition and how to plan and lead sports activities. The course takes one year to complete.

The course is for 16 to 18 year olds. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Extended Certificate in Sport.

Who this course is for

16 to 18 Year Olds

Entry requirements

https://www.sgmc.ac.uk/courses/entry-requirements/

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 explore sports coaching methods and how to lead sessions.
  • You'll study sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll learn about nutrition and its role in sport and fitness.
  • You'll develop skills in assessing and improving athletic performance.

How you will learn

The BTEC format combines coursework assignments with practical assessments. You'll complete unit assignments throughout the year, building a portfolio of evidence. Some units are assessed through external exams set by Pearson Edexcel. Classroom sessions include practical activities, group work, and tutor-led teaching.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Sir George Monoux Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for clubs or schools.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes in a gym or leisure centre.
  • Personal trainer, works one-to-one with clients on fitness goals.
  • Gym instructor, supports members on the gym floor with safe exercise.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport at community level.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports the day-to-day running of a sports facility.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification that strengthens your university application.
  • Foundation Degree in Sport and Exercise Science, a two-year higher education route.
  • Degree in Sport Science or Physical Education, for those aiming at coaching, teaching, or research careers.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, a vocational route into fitness instruction.
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