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BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Westcliff-on-Sea for 16 to 18 Year Olds – St Thomas More High School

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
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 Southend-on-Sea.

About this course

Free BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport Course in Westcliff-on-Sea. Classes run at St Thomas More High School, full-time over two years.

The course covers sport performance, anatomy and physiology, fitness training, coaching, and sports development. You study it alongside A Levels or other BTECs, and it carries the same weight as one A Level. You'll explore sport both practically and academically, building knowledge that applies directly to health, fitness, and sports careers.

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

5 GCSE's grades 9-4 including English and maths

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll develop practical sport performance skills across different activities.
  • You'll learn the principles of fitness training and programme design.
  • You'll explore sports coaching methods and how to apply them.
  • You'll understand sports development and how sport is organised in the UK.
  • You'll build skills in analysing performance and planning improvement.
  • You'll develop teamwork and communication skills through practical sessions.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom lessons, practical sessions, and coursework assignments. Assessment is mainly through internally assessed units, marked by your tutors and checked by Pearson Edexcel. Some units may include external assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work over the two years alongside any timed tasks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Thomas More High 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 exercise technique.
  • Sports development officer, works to grow participation in sport locally.
  • Recreation assistant, supports activities at leisure centres or sports facilities.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification covering more units for learners wanting deeper study before university.
  • Foundation Degree in Sport or Sports Science, a two-year higher education route into coaching or sports management.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Coaching, for those moving into a specialist coaching role.
  • University degree in Sport Science, Physical Education, or Sports Management, building on the BTEC for graduate-level careers.

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