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Free Level 3 Sport Course in Knutsford

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 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 Knutsford. Classes run at Knutsford Academy, full-time over two years. The course is free if you are enrolled in the 6th Form at Cheshire Studio School. No private candidates are accepted.

This Level 3 sport qualification covers sport science, anatomy and physiology, coaching, fitness training, and sports performance. You will explore sport both as a subject and as a performer. The course carries the same weight as two A levels and builds transferable skills in teamwork, leadership, and resilience.

You will need five or more GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and Maths. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 National Diploma in Sport.

Who this course is for

Anyone intending to pursue health, fitness or sports-related occupations in the future such as recreation management, sports development, coaching, instructing or teaching. It allows you to explore sport both theoretically and as a performer. The equivalent of 2 A levels, you can study it alongside other level 3 courses such as A levels or other work related qualifications. You'll get transferable skills such as teamwork, leadership and resilience that are useful for a variety of careers and higher education courses.

Entry requirements

5+ GCSE @ Grade 4+ (incl English & Maths)

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll learn the principles of sports coaching and how to apply them in practice.
  • You'll develop skills in fitness training and programme design.
  • You'll analyse sports performance and understand how to improve it.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and the mental side of performance.
  • You'll build leadership, teamwork, and communication skills through practical activity.
  • You'll investigate career pathways in sport, fitness, and recreation.

How you will learn

You will learn through a mix of classroom lessons, practical sessions, and coursework. Assessment combines internally assessed assignments and externally assessed exams, depending on the unit. Some units are assessed through performance tasks or practical observation. Coursework is marked by your tutors and moderated by Pearson Edexcel.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Knutsford 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 or gym-floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs individual fitness programmes for clients.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport at community level.
  • Recreation assistant, supports activities at leisure centres or sports facilities.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in a school setting.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, the natural next step for those aiming for graduate-level roles in coaching or sports medicine.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for those who want to work directly with clients in a gym or fitness setting.
  • Higher National Certificate in Sport, a shorter higher education route into sports management or coaching careers.
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