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Free Level 3 Sport Course in Newark – Magnus Church of England Academy

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

About this course

Free BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport in Newark. Classes run at Magnus Church of England Academy, full-time over two years.

The course covers Anatomy and Physiology, Fitness Training and Programming, and Sports Leadership. It carries the same weight as three A Levels. You'll build the knowledge and practical skills that employers in sport and fitness look for.

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

Who this course is for

A 2 year, BTEC National Extended Diploma, equivalent to 3 A levels, course content includes Anatomy & Physiology, Fitness Training and Programming, Sports Leadership

Entry requirements

In order to study at Magnus Academy Sixth Form we have a basic entry requirement of 5 GCSEs A*-C (or equivalent i.e. grade 4 or higher in English and Mathematics). The subject specific requirements are Basic requirements including GCSE grade 6 and studying A Level Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll study how the body works, covering anatomy and physiology in depth.
  • You'll learn how to design and deliver fitness training programmes.
  • You'll develop sports leadership skills and learn how to lead sessions safely.
  • You'll understand the principles of coaching and how to apply them.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and how mindset affects performance.
  • You'll gain knowledge of health, fitness, and wellbeing relevant to sport roles.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and coursework assignments. Assessment is mainly through internally assessed units, with some externally set tasks. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years. There are no traditional written exams for most units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Magnus Church of England Academy 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 and with equipment.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport locally.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports day-to-day operations at a sports facility.

What you could study next

  • Foundation Degree in Sport or Sports Coaching, a two-year higher education route building on your Level 3 sport qualification.
  • BSc in Sport Science or Physical Education, a full degree for those wanting to go deeper into sport and health.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, a specialist route if you want to work as a personal trainer.
  • Sports coaching apprenticeship, earn while you develop professional coaching skills.

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