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Free Level 3 Sport Course in Bexhill-on-Sea

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start4 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport in Bexhill-on-Sea. Classes run at Bexhill College, full-time over two years.

You'll study anatomy and physiology, sports psychology, fitness testing, and coaching for performance. The course also covers sports injury management, sports leadership, and event organisation. You complete 30 hours of work placement in the sporting industry. You need at least four GCSEs graded 4 to 9, including English or Maths, to join. Assessment combines externally marked exams and internally assessed assignments.

This Level 3 sport qualification is equivalent to three A Levels. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport.

Who this course is for

The course will enhance your knowledge of the sporting industry and develop your practical skills in various team and individual sports. You will gain an understanding of how the body and mind respond to exercise and how to develop athletes in practical environments.

Entry requirements

At Least 4 GCSEs Graded 4-9 Including English Or Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll study how the body and mind respond to exercise, covering anatomy and physiology.
  • You'll learn how to design and deliver fitness training programmes.
  • You'll apply fitness testing methods to assess and develop athletes.
  • You'll develop coaching skills for individual and team sports performance.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and how it affects performance.
  • You'll study sports injury management and how to respond to injuries.
  • You'll plan and organise sports events and leadership activities.
  • You'll gain an understanding of sport and well-being in a professional context.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical sport activities at Bexhill College. Units are assessed through a mix of externally marked exams and internally assessed assignment work. Each assignment focuses on specific tasks linked to the unit content. You'll also complete 30 hours of work placement within the sporting industry as part of the course.

What you will need to bring

A compulsory sports kit is required and must be worn in all lessons. Bexhill College will confirm the full kit specification and 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 workout plans.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport within communities.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in schools.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, the natural next step after this BTEC.
  • A degree in Physical Education, leading toward a career in teaching.
  • A Level 4 Certificate in Coaching or a specialist coaching qualification, for those moving straight into the sports industry.
  • A foundation degree in Sport and Exercise, offered by many universities as a shorter higher education route.
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