Course code: TBC
Course type: Full time
Duration: 2 years
Level: 3
Site: Station Plaza
Start date: September 2012

Are you passionate about sport? Do you want a career doing what you love and bringing the benefit of an active lifestyle to other people? The Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport has been designed in consultation with employers to maximise your readiness for a career in sport, providing the knowledge, teamwork and practical skills you'll need. You will develop your sports performance competing for the College, at Horntye Park Sports Complex and in our fantastic on-site gym, while gaining experience in coaching, training and gym instruction. The course includes a work placement - and our links with sport and leisure businesses will give you plenty to choose from - and you'll get an up-close understanding of the sector through visits, observations, interviews, guest speakers and work shadowing.

What do I need?

Sports ability and five GCSEs at grade C or above including English and Maths or an appropriate level 2 qualification. Satisfactory completion of your existing studies.

How will I be assessed?

Through a range of practical and coursework assignments.

What will I learn?

Sports psychology, training and fitness, physiology and anatomy, nutrition, outdoor activities, sport development, officiating in sport and identifying talent.

What are my career opportunities?

Employers will value the level of experience you gain on the course: Careers include group coaching, personal training, youth work, sports therapy, outdoor expeditions and event management.

Further Study?

The full Extended Diploma is equivalent to 3 A Levels. Students can progress to university to study a range of sport-ralated disciplines.

Are there any extra costs?

Uniform (approx. £50) plus contribution towards trips and visits (approx. £60 per year),