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Free Level 3 Sport Course in Witham – Lift Witham Sixth Form

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 Witham. Classes run at Lift Witham Sixth Form, full-time over two years.

The course covers anatomy and physiology, fitness training and programming, and a range of optional units across the sport sector. You'll sit external exams and complete coursework units. Entry requires five GCSE grades at 4 or above. A GCSE or BTEC Level 2 in Physical Education or Sport is desirable.

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

Who this course is for

The Pearson BTEC in Sport is an Applied General qualification for post-16 students who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment in the sport sector. Students will study a number of mandatory and optional units depending on the size of the qualification. Example units studied: Anatomy and Physiology (exam based unit 1.5 hours) Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being (2 hour external assessment), Professional Development in the Sports Industry, Sports Leadership, Sports Psychology and Practical Sports Performance. The optional units are designed to support choices in progression to sport courses in higher education, and to link with relevant occupational areas. It is excellent preparation for university courses in Sports Science, Sports Studies, Sports Therapy and Physiotherapy. This course is recognised by employers in the health and fitness industry, sports injury clinics, coaching and sports development.

Entry requirements

Students need to gain five 9-4 grades at GCSE. GCSE or BTEC Level 2 Physical Education / Sport is desirable.

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology, including how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver fitness training programmes for health and sport.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and how it affects performance.
  • You'll develop knowledge of sports nutrition and its role in training.
  • You'll study coaching principles and how to apply them in practice.
  • You'll examine sport development and the structure of the sport sector.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Lift Witham Sixth Form. Assessment combines external exams and internally assessed coursework units. The anatomy and physiology unit is assessed by a 1.5-hour exam. The fitness training and programming unit is assessed by a 2-hour external assessment. Other units are assessed through assignments and practical tasks.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lift Witham Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers training sessions for individuals or teams.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes or gym floor sessions.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one fitness programmes for clients.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport within a community.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports the day-to-day running of a sports facility.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education lessons 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 professional or specialist roles.
  • A Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for those who want to work independently with clients sooner.
  • A PGCE or School Direct route, for those who want to teach PE in schools after a sport-related degree.
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