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Free Level 3 Sport Course in Nottingham

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 Diploma in Sport in Nottingham. Classes run at Toot Hill School, full-time over two years.

The course covers sport science, anatomy and physiology, fitness training, coaching, and sports psychology. You'll explore how the body works, how to plan training programmes, and how to support athletes and clients. The Diploma suits those looking to move into sport, fitness, or coaching after their studies.

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

Who this course is for

This course is for students who want to continue studying biology after GCSE. You'll already be familiar with some of the topics but the A level will give you the chance to study these and some new ones, in much greater depth. You might be choosing biology because you're headed for a healthcare or scientific career, though it will give you a set of skills that can be used in a wide range of non-scientific careers too. This course links well with most other A level subjects but particularly with those such as Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Geography and Psychology.

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology, including how muscles and joints work.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver fitness training programmes.
  • You'll develop coaching skills for working with individuals and groups.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and how mindset affects performance.
  • You'll analyse sporting performance and suggest improvements.
  • You'll understand nutrition and its role in sport and exercise.

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 assessed exams or tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Toot Hill 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 exercise classes and gym-floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one programmes for clients.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport locally.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports activities and facilities at a sports venue.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 or Level 5 HND in Sport, a higher-level sport qualification for those wanting to specialise further.
  • Foundation Degree in Sport Coaching or Sport Science, offered at many universities and colleges.
  • Degree in Sport Science, Physical Education, or Strength and Conditioning, for those aiming at graduate-level roles in sport or health.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Certificate, a focused route into self-employed personal training.
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