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

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration24 months
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 Rotherham.

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About this course

Free BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport Course in Rotherham. Classes run at Thomas Rotherham College, full-time during the day.

This Level 3 BTEC sport course takes two years to complete. You'll study sport as both a performer and a subject, covering anatomy and physiology, fitness training, sports psychology, and coaching principles. The course carries the same weight as one A level and builds transferable skills alongside your studies.

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

General Level 3 entry criteria.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll study the principles of fitness training and programme design.
  • You'll learn sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll develop coaching and instructing skills across different sports.
  • You'll analyse sports performance and apply tactical knowledge.
  • You'll understand sports development and recreation management.
  • You'll build research and academic skills alongside practical sport experience.

How you will learn

The course is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and externally set exams. Units are assessed as you complete them, with some requiring written reports or practical tasks. External assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical sport activities, and work-related projects.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Thomas Rotherham College 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, promotes participation in sport at community level.
  • Recreation assistant, supports the day-to-day running of a leisure centre.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Sport, a larger qualification for learners wanting to go deeper into the subject before university.
  • Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching or Sports Science, a higher education route into specialist roles.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into teaching sport.
  • Degree in Sport and Exercise Science, Physical Education, or Physiotherapy at university.
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