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Free Level 3 Sport Course in Kensington and Chelsea

CostFREE
Duration2 years
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 Diploma in Sport in Kensington and Chelsea. Classes run at St Charles Catholic Sixth Form College, full-time over two years. The course is for 16 to 18 year olds.

This Level 3 sport qualification covers sport and exercise physiology, applied sport psychology, and fitness testing. You'll explore how to organise and lead sport as well as the science behind performance. The college has on-site facilities that support both practical and classroom learning.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport.

Who this course is for

16 to 18 year old learners as part of a study programme

Entry requirements

Please see website for details of entry requirements

What you will learn

  • You'll study sport and exercise physiology, including how the body responds to physical activity.
  • You'll explore applied sport psychology and how the mind affects performance.
  • You'll carry out field and laboratory-based fitness testing.
  • You'll develop skills in organising and leading sporting activities.
  • You'll gain an understanding of coaching principles and sports leadership.
  • You'll build knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics relevant to sport.

How you will learn

The BTEC Extended Diploma is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and externally assessed units. You'll complete practical tasks, written assignments, and some timed assessments set by Pearson Edexcel. Learning takes place in the classroom and in the college's on-site sports facilities. There are no final exams for every unit, but some units require a formal external assessment.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Charles Catholic Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for clubs or schools.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes in a gym or leisure centre.
  • Personal trainer, works one-to-one with clients on fitness goals.
  • Gym instructor, supports members on the gym floor with technique and safety.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport at a community level.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, for those wanting to specialise further at university.
  • A Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training, useful if you want to move into coaching or teaching sport.
  • A CIMSPA-recognised personal training qualification, for those aiming to work as a personal trainer.
  • An NVQ in Sport and Active Leisure, a work-based route into the industry.
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