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Level 3 BTEC Extended Certificate in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sports Coaching and Development

  • STRODE'S COLLEGE
  • LEVEL 3
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Course Overview

The course will develop individuals’ knowledge and skills across a range of disciplines which develop an in-depth understanding of how optimum sporting performance can be achieved. This is designed for individuals who are keen to develop their own sporting performance or those who want to pursue a career developing elite athletes. The content of the course has been designed in collaboration with employers, national governing bodies and professional bodies, and is endorsed and accredited by CIMSPA.

You will study core and optional modules and have the opportunity to gain a specific additional qualification in coaching that will enable you to access employment in this area.

You will learn in dedicated classrooms equipped with interactive learning technology, with access to high-quality facilities including a full-sized Sports Hall, a fully-equipped fitness centre and a separate strength and conditioning facility. You will also learn through a range of relevant trips, visits and guest lectures.

This course is taught at the Strodes College campus in Egham, Surrey, where you will learn from experienced teaching staff in a supportive learning environment.

Course Code

FP3BSPO6S1

End Date

Fri, 29 Jun 2029

Entry Requirements

Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English, maths (Level 3 or above) and preferably PE and science. A Level 2 Diploma in Sport at Merit/Distinctio...

Course information

Over the duration of the two-year course, you will study a wide variety of modules developing your skills and knowledge in a range of sports-related disciplines.

Below are some examples of units that will be studied over the duration of the course:

Year 1: Careers in the Sport and Active Leisure Industry; Health, Wellbeing and Sport; Developing Coaching Skills; Self-Employment in Sport and Physical Activity; Sports Development; Anatomy and Physiology.

Year 2; Applied Coaching Skills; Research Project; Sports Psychology; Nutrition for Physical Performance; Ethical and Current Issues; Sporting Injuries.

Additional qualification in Year 2: 1st 4 Sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Multi Skills Development in Sport.

2 Years

This course will be delivered via a range of theory and practical lessons

You will learn through a variety of theory and practical sessions and be assessed via a range of methods including: Presentations, written reports, practical observations, discussions, debates, and projects.

Students will begin on a one-year diploma, equivalent to 1.5 A-Levels. Successful completion of year one will lead to progression onto the second year where they will study for additional credits to achieve an Extended Diploma, equivalent to three A-Levels.
Please note: progression to the second year of study is dependent upon students achieving their target grade, maintaining college minimum expected attendance levels, professional conduct & behaviour on course, as well as positive references from the teaching team.

You will also complete an additional L2 Certificate in Multiskills coaching in year two of the programme and have the opportunity to complete a first aid certificate.

You will complete a week of internal experience aimed at improving your employability skills.

The full two-year programme is equivalent to three A levels, preparing the students to progress onto Higher Education studying a range of subjects at University such as Sports Therapy, Sports Management, Sports Science & Coaching, Sports Teaching, and many more.

Alternatively, this course is the perfect preparation for students wishing to go into employment or an apprenticeship in the sport and/or fitness industry.

What careers can this course lead onto?

Personal Trainer
Sports Therapist
Sports Development Officer
Sports Coach, Sports Journalist
Sports Analyst, Sports Scientist
Sports Pshychologist
Nutritionist
PE Teacher

Level 3