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Free Level 3 Sport Course in Stratford-upon-Avon

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Sport Course in Stratford-upon-Avon. Classes run at Stratford-upon-Avon College, full-time during the day.

The course focuses on sports coaching and development. You'll study anatomy, physiology, coaching practice, and sports psychology. It takes two years to complete. You'll need four GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English Language and Maths.

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

Who this course is for

The BTEC Level 3 National Foundation/Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development is designed for post-16 learners who want to progress directly to employment in an assistant coaching role. The qualification is also suitable for those wishing to progress to higher education, where learners would have the added advantage of using it to obtain part-time employment while studying. This is a career-focused qualification with industry endorsement and accreditation, which will enable you to develop underpinning knowledge, technical skills and to gain experience as an assistant coach through the combination of practical and theory lessons. The course is endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), which has confirmed that the qualification is fully mapped to its professional standards of Assistant Coach and Safeguarding and Protecting Children CIMSPA's endorsement of this qualification will allow you to apply for CIMSPA membership after successfully completing the programme, and is recognised by employers in the sports sector. The completion of the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development is likely to attract UCAS Tariff points (pending application approval) and is recognised by higher education providers as contributing to entry requirements for many related courses such as BA (Hons) in Sports Coaching and Development and BA (Hons) in Sports Management. Please note that learners should always check the entry requirements for degree programmes with specific higher education providers.

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above or equivalent including English Language and Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll study the principles of anatomy and physiology in sport.
  • You'll develop practical sports coaching skills.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver coaching sessions.
  • You'll explore sports psychology and how it affects performance.
  • You'll study fitness testing and training methods.
  • You'll learn about sports development in communities and organisations.
  • You'll build knowledge of nutrition and its role in sport.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical coaching activities, and work-related assignments. Assessment is mainly through coursework and portfolio evidence. Some units include practical observations, where your coaching is assessed in a real setting. There are no formal written exams for most units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Stratford-upon-Avon College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for a club or school.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes at a gym or leisure centre.
  • Personal trainer, works one-to-one with clients on fitness goals.
  • Gym instructor, supports members on the gym floor day to day.
  • Community sports development officer, promotes sport participation locally.
  • Sports administrator, supports the running of a sports club or organisation.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, for those wanting to deepen their knowledge and move into higher-level roles.
  • A Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for those who want to work independently with clients.
  • A PGCE or teaching qualification, for those interested in coaching or PE in schools.
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