BTEC National Diplomas: Sport (Performance & Excellence)

Why study BTEC National Diploma in Sport (Performance & Excellence)?

This is a course that involves you in a variety of theory and practically based work. The assessment is in the form of assignments throughout. Your assignments involve realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. In addition to learning about sports development and fitness, you will develop skills you need to continue study or pursue a career in Sport.

What do I study?
All students take the eight core units:
-the body in action
-health and safety in sport
-training and fitness for sport
-fitness testing for sport and exercise
-sports nutrition
-psychology for sports performance
-technical and tactical skills in sport
-the athlete's lifestyle
You take a further ten specialist units from:
-sports coaching
-sport and society
-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
-working with children in sport
-sport as a business
-work-based experience in sport

Where does the BTEC National Diploma in Sport (Performance & Excellence) take me?

The course is equivalent to three A-levels and is a recognised entry qualification for Higher Education. It has particular value for Physical Education and Sports Studies courses.It will not allow progression to Sports Science courses.The course is also recognised by employers and opportunities in the Health and Fitness industry, Coaching and Sports Development would be available.