Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport

Recognised qualifications

  • BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport (Performance & Excellence) – worth up to 3 A Levels, and will facilitate an entrance into University.
  • GCSE English and/or Maths ‐ For those who just miss out on a C grade in English and/or Mathematics, we provide tuition to retake these all important qualifications. Essential for those that want to move on to University.
  • Functional skills level 2 in English and/or Maths – For those that missed out on GCSE English and/or Mathematics, functional skills may be the best route for progression.

Duration

2 years

Entry Requirements

To be considered for this course, as a minimum you will need 5 GCSE’s, or equivalent at 5 grade and above. Preferably this will include English and Maths, although pathways are available to those that just miss out on a 4 Grade in these core subjects.

A BTEC National Extended Diploma is traditionally made up of a series of units.

Mandatory units – all nine units must be taken:

  • Principles of Anatomy and Physiology in Sport
  • The Physiology of Fitness
  • Assessing Risk in Sport
  • Fitness Training and Programming
  • Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise
  • Sports Nutrition
  • Psychology for Sports Performance
  • Technical and Tactical Skills in Sport
  • The Athlete’s Lifestyle

Optional units:

  • Sports Coaching
  • Practical Team Sports
  • Current Issues in Sport
  • Exercise, Health and Lifestyle
  • Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise
  • Sports Injuries
  • Analysis of Sports Performance
  • Talent Identification and Development in Sport
  • Sport and Exercise Massage
  • Rules, Regulations and Officiating in Sport
  • Organising Sports Events
  • Physical Education and the Care of Children and Young People
  • Sport as a Business
  • Work Experience in Sport
  • Sports Facilities and Operational Management
  • Profiling Sports Performance
  • Research Investigation in Sport and Exercise Sciences
  • Laboratory and Experimental Methods in Sport and Exercise Sciences


Course Details

Start Date
September 2021

Course Type
Full-time

Course Duration
2 Years

Location
Lincoln

Qualification
BTEC Level 3 National in Sport

Fee
16-18 Free

Entry Requirements
5 GCSE’s 9 – 5

Course progression
Access to higher education, including University, and Higher Apprenticeships.

Career Opportunities
Anything within the sport and leisure industry, including professional sportsperson, sports coach, centre management.

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