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Free Level 3 Sport Course in Saint Helens – Carmel College

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 Saint Helens. Classes run at Carmel College, full-time during the day. The course is free for 16 to 18 year olds.

You'll study anatomy and physiology, fitness training, sports coaching, and sports injury management. The course also covers sports leadership, skill acquisition, and research methods. It takes two years to complete. You'll sit written exams and complete practical assessments, essays, and presentations.

This Level 3 sport qualification is a strong route into coaching, fitness, and sport science careers. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport.

Who this course is for

BTEC Sport is a vocational course that teaches students the knowledge required to pursue a career in sport. Students will also develop the skills for a range of sport-related pathways from sports coaching to gym management. Students can choose to study sport at university and many more possible routes. You will develop practical skills in your specialist areas. In addition, you will learn about the other factors that contribute to improving performance. BTEC Sport lessons are enjoyable and productive and delivered by experienced staff in a supportive and nurturing environment. Practical lessons are delivered to teach theoretical concepts and practical skills in a safe environment. This three A Level equivalent course offers you the opportunity to extend your knowledge of sport through completion of a number of varied, practical and enjoyable units of work. This programme is designed for students who are looking to progress to higher education in this sector.

Entry requirements

Students should be aged 16 to 18 years old. You will need grade 4 in GCSE PE or a Merit in BTEC Level 2 PE plus grade 4 in GCSE English Language, GCSE Maths and GCSE Science.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how the body works through anatomy and physiology.
  • You'll develop fitness training and programming skills for health and sport.
  • You'll study sports coaching and how to improve athletic performance.
  • You'll learn how to carry out and apply fitness testing.
  • You'll explore sports injury management and how to respond to injuries.
  • You'll study sports leadership and how to lead sessions effectively.
  • You'll learn how sport businesses and the leisure industry operate.
  • You'll develop research skills through a research project in sport.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons and practical sport sessions. Assessment includes written examinations and internal assessments. Internal assessments cover practical sessions, essays, assignments, presentations, and interviews. You'll also complete a work experience placement and a research project.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Carmel College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for athletes or teams.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Personal trainer, designs individual fitness programmes for clients.
  • Gym instructor, supports members on the gym floor with safe exercise.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport locally.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education lessons in schools.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science, Sports Coaching, or Physical Education, the Extended Diploma is worth 168 UCAS points toward university entry.
  • A degree in Sports Physiotherapy or Sports Therapy, for those interested in injury and rehabilitation.
  • A Level 3 Personal Training qualification, for a faster route into gym-based work.
  • A sports coaching apprenticeship, combining work and further study.
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