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Free Level 3 Sport Course in Folkestone

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 Diploma in Sport in Folkestone. Classes run at Turner Sixth Form, full-time over two years.

The course covers sports science, anatomy and physiology, sports psychology, sports nutrition, coaching, and physical education. It is equivalent to two A-Levels. You'll need four or five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths, or a relevant Level 2 qualification.

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

Who this course is for

This course would suit individuals that have an interest in undertaking a career in sport or health related areas such as sports nutrition, sports psychology, teaching physical education, sports therapy, sports development and sports coaching, amongst others.

The course is an extension of the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport.

This course is equivalent to 2 A-Levels.

Entry requirements

4-5 GCSE's grade 4 (C) or above including English and maths or a relevant Level 2 qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll learn about sports nutrition and its role in health and fitness.
  • You'll develop coaching skills and techniques for working with athletes.
  • You'll study sports development and how sport is organised and delivered.
  • You'll examine physical education and how to support learning in sport.
  • You'll build knowledge of sports therapy and injury prevention.

How you will learn

The BTEC National Diploma is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and external examinations. Assignments are set and marked by the centre. External assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years, alongside sitting timed written papers for certain units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Turner Sixth Form 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 or gym floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one fitness programmes for clients.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport across a community.
  • Physical education teaching assistant, supports PE lessons in schools.
  • Sports therapist, assists with injury prevention and rehabilitation.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, for those wanting to specialise further at university.
  • A PGCE or School Direct route into teaching, for those interested in physical education.
  • A Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for those moving straight into the fitness industry.
  • A degree in Physiotherapy or Sports Therapy, for those drawn to the health and rehabilitation side of sport.
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