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Level 3 Sport Course in Brentford for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 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? Check which courses you can do free.

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About this course

Free BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport in Brentford. Classes run at Gunnersbury Catholic School, full-time over two years.

You'll need at least five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Grade 4 in English or Maths. The course covers sport science, coaching, fitness, performance analysis, and the business side of sport. You study both the theory and the practical side of sport. It carries the same weight as three A Levels, so it opens doors to university as well as work.

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

Who this course is for

Anyone intending to pursue health, fitness or sports-related occupations in the future such as recreation management, sports development, coaching, instructing or teaching. It allows you to explore sport both theoretically and as a performer. The qualification is equivalent of 3 A levels. You'll get transferable skills such as teamwork, leadership and resilience that are useful for a variety of careers and higher education courses.

Entry requirements

At least 5 GCSE passes at Grade 4 including Grade 4 in GCSE English or Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the anatomy and physiology behind sport and exercise.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver coaching sessions.
  • You'll develop skills in fitness testing and performance analysis.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and what drives athletic performance.
  • You'll study nutrition and its role in sport and fitness.
  • You'll build leadership and teamwork skills through practical activities.
  • You'll learn about sports development and how the industry is organised.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom lessons, practical sessions, and coursework assignments. Assessment is mainly through unit assignments rather than exams, so you build evidence of your skills throughout the course. Some units include practical performance elements assessed by your tutor. You'll attend full-time daytime classes at Gunnersbury Catholic School.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Gunnersbury Catholic School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for teams or individuals.
  • 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 on the gym floor and with equipment.
  • Sports development officer, works to grow participation in sport locally.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports day-to-day operations at a sports facility.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 or Level 5 HND in Sport, a higher-level qualification for those wanting to specialise further before or instead of a full degree.
  • BA or BSc in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or Physical Education, the degree route this qualification is designed to support.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for those who want to work as a personal trainer and need a fitness-specific licence to practise.
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