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Free Level 3 Sport Course in Manchester

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 Manchester. Classes run at Loreto Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

The course covers sport science, coaching, fitness, and exercise physiology. You'll also complete meaningful work experience linked to your chosen career. It's the equivalent of three A Levels, making it a strong route into higher education or employment in the sport sector.

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

Who this course is for

BTEC Sport qualifications enable students to become occupationally ready to take up employment in the sport sector either straight from college or after Higher Education. We offer three BTEC Sport qualifications, the Extended Diploma (3 A Level equivalent), National Diploma (2 A Level equivalent) and the Extended Certificate (1 A Level equivalent). These courses will provide you with meaningful work experience, which relates to your chosen career.

Entry requirements

Minimum of five GCSE grades 9-4 (or A*-C) Including either English or Maths. OR Level 2 Vocational Programme at Merit or above (e.g. BTEC/NVQ/OCR National) PLUS three GCSEs 9-4 (or A*-C) including either English or Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the anatomy and physiology of the human body in relation to sport.
  • You'll develop coaching skills and learn how to plan and deliver sessions.
  • You'll explore sport psychology and how it affects performance.
  • You'll learn how to design fitness programmes for different clients.
  • You'll gain knowledge of nutrition and its role in sport and exercise.
  • You'll complete work experience in a real sport or fitness setting.
  • You'll build understanding of sports development and the wider sport industry.

How you will learn

The BTEC Extended Diploma is assessed through a mix of coursework assignments and external examinations. Assignments are set by Pearson Edexcel and marked internally. Some units are assessed by timed written exams. You'll study in the classroom and complete practical sessions alongside your academic work.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Loreto 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, designs and delivers one-to-one fitness programmes.
  • Gym instructor, supports members on the gym floor with safe exercise.
  • Sports development officer, works to grow participation in sport locally.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports the day-to-day running of a sports facility.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, the most common next step after this qualification.
  • A degree in Physical Education, for those interested in teaching sport in schools.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Coaching, for those wanting to specialise in a particular sport.
  • PGCE in Physical Education, for graduates who want to qualify as a PE teacher.
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