BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Sport Coaching

To enrol in this course, you are required to have 4 GCSEs at grades 4-9, preferably including English, Maths, and P.E. Applicants with a BTEC Level 2 Award in Sport need a Distinction grade, while those with a BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Sport need a Merit grade. You must have an interest in and choose one of the following academies on your application: Athletics, Basketball, Football, Tennis, Boxing, Flag Football, or Women’s Rugby. While it is ideal to have previous experience playing competitive sports, it is not necessary to secure a place on the course.

Please complete an application form and return to the College – either online, by post or in person at one of our campuses. You will need to register for and attend a sports trial with your chosen specialist sports academy (trials and academies are detailed on our Sports webpages).

You will study a wide range of sport-related subjects, including Careers in the Sport and Active Leisure Industry, Health, Wellbeing and Sport, and Developing Coaching Skills. You will have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience as part of the curriculum. Additionally, as part of your full-time study program, you will have the chance to join one of our academies, participate in training and matches, and earn extra coaching qualifications. You can choose from the following academies: Athletics, Basketball, Football, Tennis, Boxing, Flag Football, Women’s Rugby, and male Volleyball.

Assessments will take place throughout the course including practical assessments; written assignments; presentations and workbooks.

On successful completion of this course, you will achieve the BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Sport Coaching.

Any extra costs will be discussed at the interview.

This course prepares you for the second year of the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Sport Coaching and Development or employment.