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BTEC Extended Diploma, Level 3

Sport

This is a broad-based course designed for anybody who is keen on Sport and wishes to pursue a career within the Sports, Leisure and Services industries.

It is a very active programme combining academic study with a range of practical and assignment-based activities. This holistic Sport course analyses aspects of developing coaching, fitness and health and explores various pathways to a career within Sport.

You will cover a number of areas including:

  • Exercise, health and lifestyle
  • Preparing for a career in sport and physical activity
  • Work Experience in Sport
  • Instructing physical activity and exercise
  • Leadership in sport
  • Fitness testing for sport and exercise
  • Fitness training and programming
  • Supporting active healthy lifestyles in the local community
  • Practical team sports

There will also be opportunities to gain additional qualifications including the Community Sports Leaders’ Award (CSL2) and a Level 3 Qualification in Sports Leadership (HSL). On successful completion, you may choose to enter employment in sports centres, leisure centres or outdoor activities centres.

Many of our students progress onto the BSc (Hons) Degree in Sports Coaching and Exercise Science at Selby College, enter employment or apply for university to study Sports Studies, Leisure Management, Recreation Management or Teacher Training.

On successful completion, you may choose to enter employment in sports centres, leisure centres or outdoor activities centres.

Potential Careers

  • Sports Coach
  • PE Teacher
  • Sports Development Officer
  • Health & Wellbeing Advisor
  • Outdoor Activities Instructor

Level 3 Certificate
4 GCSE 9-4 including English OR Level 2 Sport with relevant English and/or Maths.

Level 3 Diploma

5 GCSEs 9-4, including English and Maths.

Coursework/Practical/External Assessment

Where can it lead?