Sport is currently one of the fastest-growing industries in the UK and offers a huge range of professions. These can be from the grass-roots level, all the way through to the international level, and can focus on improving own or others’ performance. The BTEC L3 Extended Certificate in Sport provides students with countless opportunities to increase their knowledge and understanding of Sport.
The course is assessed through a wide variety of methods. Two units will be externally assessed, including one written exam and one pre-released task, which will be set and marked by Pearson. The remaining units will be internally assessed using assessment methods such as written reports, logbooks, presentations, and practical performance. Each unit is graded Pass, Merit, Distinction, or Distinction *. On successful completion of the qualification, it is possible to progress to Higher Education to study in the following areas: • Sport and Exercise Studies • Physical Education Teaching (primary and secondary) • Sport Therapy • Coaching Science • Health, Sport Performance and Nutrition • Sport Development • Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | West Berkshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Love Lane, Shaw, Newbury, RG14 2DU |
Sport is currently one of the fastest-growing industries in the UK and offers a huge range of professions. These can be from the grass-roots level, all the way through to the international level, and can focus on improving own or others’ performance. The BTEC L3 Extended Certificate in Sport provides students with countless opportunities to increase their knowledge and understanding of Sport.
The course is assessed through a wide variety of methods. Two units will be externally assessed, including one written exam and one pre-released task, which will be set and marked by Pearson. The remaining units will be internally assessed using assessment methods such as written reports, logbooks, presentations, and practical performance. Each unit is graded Pass, Merit, Distinction, or Distinction *. On successful completion of the qualification, it is possible to progress to Higher Education to study in the following areas: • Sport and Exercise Studies • Physical Education Teaching (primary and secondary) • Sport Therapy • Coaching Science • Health, Sport Performance and Nutrition • Sport Development • Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer