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Level 3 Sport Course in Redhill

Cost£100.00
Duration34 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Sport Course in Redhill. Classes run at East Surrey College, full-time during the day.

The course runs over 34 weeks and covers the sport and leisure industry in depth. You'll study coaching, careers in sport, and the roles that make up the sector. Assessment includes coursework, practical work, and a work placement of at least one week. The course is for learners aged 16 or over.

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

Who this course is for

16 or 16+

What you will learn

  • You'll explore careers and roles across the sport and leisure industry.
  • You'll develop coaching skills through practical assessments.
  • You'll build knowledge of sport science and how it applies to performance.
  • You'll complete a work placement in a sport environment.
  • You'll study anatomy, physiology, and fitness principles.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver sports sessions.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions, coursework units, and practical assessments. All learners complete a minimum of one week's work placement (35 hours) in a sport setting. There are also trips linked to course topics, which have previously included stadium visits and outdoor activity sessions. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers sessions for individuals or teams.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group exercise classes in 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.
  • Leisure centre assistant, helps run activities and facilities for the public.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport at a local level.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Sport Science or Sports Coaching, for those wanting to specialise further at university. This BTEC carries UCAS points equivalent to three A-Levels across two years.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Coaching, for those moving into a professional coaching role.
  • CIMSPA-recognised fitness qualifications, for those pursuing personal training or gym instruction at a higher level.
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