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Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Ivybridge

CostFREE
Duration2 years
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 Ivybridge. Classes run at Ivybridge Community College, full-time over two years.

This Level 3 BTEC sport qualification covers sport performance, anatomy and physiology, fitness training, coaching principles, and sports psychology. You study sport both practically and academically. It carries the same weight as one A level, and you can take it alongside other A levels or BTEC qualifications. You'll need five GCSEs at Grade 5 or above, including English and Maths.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 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

Five Grade 5 GCSEs including English and Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your understanding of anatomy and physiology in sport.
  • You'll study fitness training principles and how to apply them.
  • You'll explore sports coaching techniques and leadership skills.
  • You'll analyse sport performance and learn how to improve it.
  • You'll study sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll develop practical skills as a sports performer.
  • You'll build transferable skills in teamwork and communication.

How you will learn

The course combines classroom lessons with practical sessions. You'll be assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and externally set exams. Coursework units are marked by your tutors and moderated by Pearson Edexcel. Some units are assessed through timed tasks set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. Practical sessions give you hands-on experience in sport and fitness activities.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Ivybridge Community College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for teams or individuals.
  • 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, promotes participation in sport at community level.
  • Recreation assistant, supports the running of leisure centre activities.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure, a work-based qualification for those already in a sports role.
  • BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Sport, a higher education route into sports science or coaching.
  • Degree in Sport Science or Physical Education, for those aiming toward teaching, research, or advanced coaching roles.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into coaching or instructing professionally.
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