Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness) BTEC 90 Credit / Extended Diploma Level 3

The Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness) BTEC Extended Diploma course will provide the opportunity to develop practical vocational skills, knowledge and understanding for work and coaching in the expanding area of leisure and recreation. A variety of learning styles are developed. These include formal class learning, group work, presentation and individual tutorials relating to the assessment programme.

Learners initially enrol on the course as a one year programme with the option to leave after successfully completing the first year. On completion of Year 1 students will normally progress onto Year 2. You will also engage in GEM and GAP activities to develop your English, maths and employability skills.

Course Content
The Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness) course content is made up from a combination of the following units:

• 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 Coaching


• Sports Development


• Practical Team Sports


• Practical Individual Sports


• Outdoor and Adventurous Activities


• Sports Nutrition


• Current Issues in Sport


• Leadership in Sport


• Exercise, Health and Lifestyle


• Exercise for Specific Groups


• Analysis of Sports Performance


• Talent Identification and Development in Sport


• Instructing Physical Activity and Exercise


• Psychology for Sports Performance


• Sports and Exercise Massage


• Rules, Regulations and Officiating in Sport


• Physical Education and the Care of Children and Young People


• Work Experience in Sport


• Technical and Tactical Skills in Sport


• The Athlete’s Lifestyle


• Skills for Land-based Outdoor and Adventurous Activities


• Skills for Water-based Outdoor and Adventurous Activities


• Sports Facilities and Operational Management


• Profiling Sports Performance


• Research Investigation in Sport and Exercise Sciences


• Laboratory and Experimental Methods in Sport and Exercise Sciences

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs (grades A*-C) including English and maths or equivalent, or satisfactory results in a relevant Level 2 qualification and appropriate English and maths qualifications, and an interview. A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)* check will also be required.

* Please note there is a charge of £44 for a DBS check.

Career Opportunities

Trainee supervisory positions in sport and recreation as, forexample, lifeguards, coaches, fitness instructors or recreation assistants.

Course Progression

The full level 3 qualification enables access to higher education or a Bachelors Degree in a related subject at university.

How To Apply

Our aim is to make it as easy as possible to secure your place on your ideal programme.
Simply download and complete the relevant application form and return it to our Admissions team as early as possible.
You can return your completed application form in person or by post to our Colchester
(for applications to Colchester and Clacton) or Braintree campuses:

Admissions

Colchester Institute

Sheepen Road

Colchester

CO3 3LL

Admissions

The College at Braintree

Church Lane

Braintree

CM7 5SN

If you are currently at school, please check with them as some schools will be coordinating applications centrally.
If you have any further questions about the application process, please visit our
Frequently Asked Questions page.

Applying for a Full-Time course

Our term starts the week commencing 5th September 2016,
however you may have different start dates depending on the course.
You will receive the details of your first day over the summer period,
but if you are unsure please call our Course Enquiries line on (01206) 712777.

You will need to complete an application form for our full-time courses,
our full-time application form can be downloaded here:

Download Application Form - Full-Time Courses, Apprenticeships & Access Courses (PDF)

Applicants will receive an acknowledgement email or card within one week of the application being received by our Admissions team,
if you do not receive this you should contact the team on (01206) 712777 to check that your application has been received.

*Are you 19 or over?

If you are 19 or over on the day your course starts, and your course is an approved qualification at level 3 or above, you may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan to cover the cost of your tuition.

Please call (01206) 712777 for more information.