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Free Level 3 Sport Course in Aylesbury

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

Free BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport in Aylesbury. Classes run at Next Phase Academy, full-time over two years.

You'll study anatomy and physiology, fitness training, sports coaching, and sports leadership. The course also covers practical sports performance and research methods in sport. Some gym experience is recommended, and a reasonable level of fitness is required.

You'll finish with a Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport.

Who this course is for

The BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport is a comprehensive two-year qualification that provides in-depth knowledge and practical skills for a career in the sports industry, equivalent to three A Levels

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements include:

Some experience of gym-based exercises, including free weights, is highly recommended. The course requires physical exertion and individual participation is essential; therefore, a degree of physical fitness is necessary. There is also an element of communication (discussing, presenting, reading and writing) involved and learners should have basic skills in communication pitched at level 2.

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology as they apply to sport and exercise.
  • You'll learn how to design and deliver fitness training programmes.
  • You'll develop coaching skills for performance and leadership in sport.
  • You'll build practical sports performance skills through hands-on sessions.
  • You'll explore research methods used in the sports industry.
  • You'll study professional development and career pathways in sport.
  • You'll gain knowledge of how sport provision is developed and delivered.

How you will learn

The course uses project-based assessments rather than traditional exams. You'll complete assignments, practical tasks, and presentations across ten mandatory units. Learning is classroom-based and hands-on, with individual participation in physical activities required throughout.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Next Phase Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start. You should be prepared for physical activity, so appropriate sports kit is recommended.

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.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • Foundation Degree in Sport or Exercise Science, a two-year higher education route that builds on your BTEC.
  • BSc in Sport and Exercise Science, a full degree for those aiming at specialist or graduate-level roles.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, a focused route if you want to work directly with clients as a personal trainer.
  • PGCE in Physical Education, for those who want to teach PE in schools after completing a degree.
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