BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport (QCF)

This course is equivalent to 3 A Levels and so would take up a student's entire timetable. For sport as one single subject, please see Sport Extended Certificate.

Learners completing these qualifications in the Sports Coaching and Development sector will be aiming to goon to employment, often via the stepping-stone of higher education. The sport sector is a fast-growing industry,currently worth over £39 billion to the economy and continuing to grow annually.

Learners will study a variety of theoretical concepts including sports psychology, sports development, research methods and many other areas of interest and importance in sport and physical education. Practical elements will cover coaching, massage and fitness testing.

Coursework and practical assessment.

You will need to meet our general entry requirements for Level 3 study.

Although not essential, students who have studied a sports-related course

such as the BTEC Level 1/2 Sport/Tech Award in Sport or a GCSE in Physical

Education will find the knowledge advantageous.

For many, the course facilitates entry onto many sports-related courses at University e.g. Sports Science, Sports Development, Sports Management, Leisure Management, Sport and Exercise Science, Sports Rehabilitation courses and many more. Alternatively, learners can look to pursue a career in the sports industry, and many go on to careers in coaching and teaching. This course will be valuable to anyone wishing to study Sport at degree level.