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

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 Walsall.

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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport Course in Wednesbury. Classes run full-time at Grace Academy Darlaston.

The course takes two years and covers sport both as a performer and as an academic subject. You'll study anatomy and physiology, sports coaching, fitness training, and sports psychology. Units also cover sports development and the business side of sport. You'll need GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 to join this Level 3 BTEC sport course.

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

Who this course is for

If you are intending to pursue health, fitness or sports-related occupations in the future such as recreation management, sports development, coaching, instructing or teaching, this course is for you. It allows you to explore sport both as a performer and academically and gives you the opportunity to study a work related qualification alongside other level 3 courses such as A levels or other BTEC qualifications. The equivalent of 1 A level, it will also give you transferable skills such as teamwork, leadership and resilience that are useful for a variety of careers and higher education courses.

Entry requirements

GCSE English and Maths grade 4

What you will learn

  • You'll study the anatomy and physiology of the human body in relation to sport.
  • You'll develop sports coaching skills and learn how to plan and deliver sessions.
  • You'll explore fitness training principles and how to apply them.
  • You'll study sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll learn about sports development and how sport is organised at different levels.
  • You'll gain knowledge of the business and management side of sport and leisure.
  • You'll build transferable skills in teamwork, communication, and analysis.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons, practical sessions, and coursework assignments. Assessment is mainly through internally assessed units, which are marked by your teachers and moderated by Pearson Edexcel. Some units may include external assessments set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Grace Academy Darlaston 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 covering more units and carrying the equivalent of two A levels.
  • A degree in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or Physical Education at university, for which this BTEC is a recognised entry qualification.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for those wanting to work directly with clients in a gym or fitness setting.
  • Level 2 Gym Instructor Award, a quicker route into paid work on the gym floor while you study further.
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