Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma In Sports Coaching & Development (coaching pathway)
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development is designed for post-16 learners aiming to pursue a career in sports coaching and development, including opportunities for self-employment.
This qualification is also ideal for those looking to progress to higher education, offering the added benefit of enabling learners to seek part-time employment while studying.
Mapped to CIMSPA’s ‘Coach’ and ‘Safeguarding and Protecting Children’ professional standards, this qualification is CIMSPA-endorsed, allowing learners to apply for CIMSPA membership upon successful completion. This endorsement ensures that graduates are recognised by employers as qualified for entry-level roles as multi-skills sports coaches in the sports development sector.
Course overview
The content of this qualification has been developed in consultation with employers and professional bodies. This ensures that the content is appropriate and consistent with current industry practice, which enables learners to enter employment directly in sports coaching and development roles.
Higher-education institutions have been consulted to ensure that the qualification allows appropriate progression for those aspiring to higher-level study.
Entry requirements
- 5 GCSE’s ( A - C or equiv grade 4 and above)
- Successful interview
- Strong interest in sport
- Willingness to learn
Topics Covered
Year 1
- Careers in the Sport and Active Leisure Industry *
- Self Employment in Sport *
- Developing Coaching Skills *
- Sports Development *
- Health Wellbeing & Sport*
- Practical Sport **
Year 2
- Applied Coaching Skills *
- Research Project in Sport *
- Organising Sports Events **
- Fitness Testing **
- Nutrition **
- Influence of Technology **
* Mandatory topics
** Optional topics
Assessment methods
- Written reports
- Practical assessments
- Portfolios
- Presentations
- Posters / Leaflets
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