BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport

Course summary

Two Year Course An Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport is a practical, work-related course . You learn by completing examinations and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. As well as learning about the employment area you have chosen, you develop the skills you need to start a career. A BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sport is equivalent to one A level. All units are assessed, graded and an overall grade (pass, merit, distinction) is awarded.   The Programme of Study The course is made up of 4 units of which 3 are mandatory and externally assessed. Year 12 Autumn Term/Spring Term 1 Anatomy and Physiology 5 Application of Fitness Testing or 7 Practical Sports Performance Spring Term/Summer Term 1 Anatomy and Physiology 5 Application of Fitness Testing or 7 Practical sports Performance Year 13 Autumn Term/Spring Term 2 Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being 3 Professional Development in the Sports Industry Spring Term/Summer Term 2 Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being 3 Professional Development in the sports Industry This course may be taken as part of the Football College or Rugby College Programme and is recommended to be taken alongside other Level 3 courses. Higher Education and Career opportunities BTEC National Extended Certificates are valued by employers and higher education (universities and colleges). If you want to get a job straight away you could work in either a Sports Centre or Leisure Centre. If you decide to go to university or college you could take a degree or a BTEC Higher National in subjects such as: Sports Studies/Science, Leisure Management and/or Recreation Management.