First Diplomas: Sport

Why study BTEC First Diploma in Sport?
This is a practical course which will give you the opportunity to complete assignments and activities based on realistic situations linked to working in the sports and leisure industry. It will give you a good feel for what it will be like to work in the industry as well as developing your skills. You will be assessed on assignment work and there are no formal exams.

What do I study?


You will study two core units and four specialist units.
The core units are:
- The Body in Sport
- Health, Safety and Injury
The core units give you an introduction to the industry and develop your knowledge of how to prepare and prevent injury.
The specialist units will be chosen from:
- The Sports Industry
- Preparation for Sport
- Planning and Leading Sports Activities
- Practical Sport
- Work-based Project in Sport
- Technical Skills and Tactical Awareness in Sport
- Psychology for Sports Performance
- Nutrition for Sports Performance
- Fitness for Sports Performance
- Lifestyle and Sports Performance

Where does the BTEC First Diploma in Sport take me?

When you have completed the course, you can move on to a level 3 course such as the BTEC National Diploma in Sport (Performance and Excellence) or you can seek employment, for example in a leisure centre.