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Free Level 3 Sport Course in Wilmslow

CostFREE
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 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 Wilmslow. Classes run at Wilmslow High School, full-time over two years.

You'll study sport science, coaching, fitness, leadership, and sports business. The course blends practical performance with academic study. You'll need at least five GCSEs at grades A* to C, including English and Maths, to join.

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

Who this course is for

If you are intending to pursue health, fitness or sports-related occupations in the future such as recreation management, sports development, coaching, instructing or teaching, this course is for you. It allows you to explore sport both as a performer and academically and gives you the opportunity to study a work related qualification alongside other level 3 courses such as A levels or other BTEC qualifications. The equivalent of 1 A level, it will also give you transferable skills such as teamwork, leadership and resilience that are useful for a variety of careers and higher education courses.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 GCSEs, grades 9-4 (A*-C) including English and Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and how the body responds to exercise.
  • You'll study sports coaching principles and leadership techniques.
  • You'll explore fitness training methods and how to apply them.
  • You'll learn about sports psychology and what drives performance.
  • You'll examine sports business, management, and event organisation.
  • You'll analyse performance and develop skills as both a participant and a coach.
  • You'll build understanding of sports development and community sport.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based, with full-time daytime attendance. Learning combines practical sessions with written assignments and projects. Assessment is largely coursework based, which means you build a portfolio of work over the two years. There are no traditional written exams for most units, though some units include set tasks completed under timed conditions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wilmslow High 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 group exercise classes in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Personal trainer, designs one-to-one fitness programmes for clients.
  • Gym instructor, supports members on the gym floor and with equipment.
  • Sports development officer, grows participation in sport within communities.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports the day-to-day running of a sports facility.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education lessons in schools.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport and Exercise Science, for those wanting to go deeper into the science of performance.
  • A degree in Sports Coaching or Physical Education, a common next step for those aiming to teach or coach professionally.
  • A Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for those who want to work directly with clients in fitness.
  • A degree in Sports Management or Business, for those drawn to the commercial side of sport.
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