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Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Millom

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start11 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport Course in Millom. Classes run full-time at Millom School over two years.

You'll need five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English and maths, to join. The course covers sport science, anatomy, coaching, fitness training, and sports performance. You study sport both practically and academically, making it a strong Level 3 BTEC sport qualification alongside A levels or other BTECs.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 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 (A*-C) including English and maths

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology as they apply to sport and exercise.
  • You'll explore principles of coaching and sports leadership.
  • You'll develop knowledge of fitness training and programming.
  • You'll analyse sports performance and techniques.
  • You'll examine sports psychology and how it affects performance.
  • You'll investigate sports development and recreation management.
  • You'll build practical skills as both a performer and a coach.

How you will learn

The course combines classroom lessons, practical sessions, and independent study. Assessment includes a mix of internally marked assignments and externally set exams. Some units are assessed through coursework portfolios. Practical performance is also assessed as part of the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Millom School 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 or gym floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs individual fitness programmes for clients.
  • Gym instructor, supports members with equipment and training plans.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport locally.
  • Recreation assistant, supports activities at leisure centres or community venues.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 or 5 HND in Sport, a higher-level BTEC for those wanting to specialise further before university.
  • Bachelor's degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, the next step for careers in elite sport or sports therapy.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, a practical route into self-employment as a personal trainer.
  • Sports coaching apprenticeship, earn while you develop professional coaching skills.
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