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SPORT
BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (equivalent to 1 A Level) or
BTEC Level 3 Diploma (equivalent to 2 A Levels)
The programmes encompass areas of study from physiology, psychology and
social issues, to sports coaching, leadership, health & fitness, as well as practical
performance analysis and development. Sessions are a mixture of academic
theory with applied vocational practice, aimed to develop your knowledge and
performance skills as a great pathway to study at university or step into a career
in the sports industry. Students can study different sizes of the Sports BTEC,
running for two years alongside other A Levels or Vocational Qualifications.
COURSE CONTENT
• Anatomy and Physiology in Sport
(Examined Unit)
• Fitness Training and Programming
(Examined Unit)
• Professional Development in Sport
• Sports Leadership
• Fitness Testing
• Sports Psychology
• Practical Sports Performance
• Coaching for Performance
• Sports Business (Examined Unit)
• Skill Acquisition
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Standard Advanced Level entry
requirements,
ASSESSMENT
Exams, coursework assignments and
practical assessments.
TRANSFERABLE SKILLS
other information
CAREER PATHWAYS
Students will develop academic skills;
research, evaluation, analysis & discussion
in social and physical sciences, and
practical skills; leadership, teamwork,
organisation & problem solving as well
as enhancing fitness and health. The
economic impact of sport places it within
the top 15 sectors in England, and its wider
economic benefit make it a key part of
society today. With over 440,000 jobs in
England and a growing focus on health and
participation in physical activity, in addition
to the teamwork and leadership skills, it will
support your success in other careers.
Students may also undertake additional
vocational qualifications to support their
Level 3 programme and diversify their CV.
These include:
• Gym Instructing
• Sports Leadership
• Coaching Badges
• Duke of Edinburgh
Whether you are motivated by developing
your sports performance or just interested
in getting back into sport, these courses
have something for you.
If you are passionate about sport, physical
activity, health or fitness, this is the
subject for you. The course can be used
as access to a university sports related
degree (Sports & Exercise Science,
Coaching, Sports Development, PE
teaching), or it can provide a route into
employment in the sports and fitness
sector.
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