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Free BTEC Level 3 Sport Course in Wallingford

CostFREE
Duration24 months
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 Wallingford. Classes run at Wallingford School, full-time over two years.

The course covers sport science, coaching, fitness, and how the body works. You'll study both practical and written units, building the knowledge and skills employers and universities look for. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, to enrol.

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

Who this course is for

BTEC Nationals in Sport use a combination of assessment styles to give your students confidence they can apply their knowledge to succeed in the workplace and have the study skills to continue learning on higher education courses and throughout their career. The range of vocational assessments both practical and written means students can showcase their learning and achievements to best effect when they take their next step, whether that’s supporting applications to higher education courses or potential employers

Entry requirements

5 Grade 4s at GCSE (including English & Maths)

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the anatomy and physiology of the human body in sport.
  • You'll develop coaching skills and learn how to plan and lead sessions.
  • You'll study fitness training principles and how to apply them.
  • You'll learn how to assess and improve sports performance.
  • You'll understand nutrition and its role in sport and exercise.
  • You'll practise both practical skills and written analysis.

How you will learn

You'll be assessed through a mix of practical tasks and written assignments. Some units are assessed internally through coursework and projects. Others are assessed through external Pearson Edexcel exams. Classroom sessions combine theory with hands-on practical work, so you can apply what you learn in real sporting contexts.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wallingford 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 in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one fitness programmes for clients.
  • Gym instructor, supports members with equipment and exercise plans.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes sport participation locally.
  • Sports administrator, coordinates events and operations for clubs or organisations.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 HNC in Sport, a higher-level qualification for those wanting to specialise further.
  • Foundation Degree in Sport Science or Coaching, offered at many universities and a natural next step from a Level 3 BTEC sport qualification.
  • CIMSPA-recognised personal trainer or coaching certifications, for those moving directly into fitness work.
  • A full degree in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or Physical Education, for those aiming for graduate-level roles.
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