Level 3 – Extended Diploma Sports Performance, Coaching & Fitness
The Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport (Development, Coaching and Fitness route) is a 2 year programme which provides a vocational insight into various areas of the sports industry and education. It provides a solid foundation in a wide variety of sporting contexts enabling you to develop essential skills for gaining employment in the sports industry or progressing further in education. This route carries UCAS points which enables you to apply for university as well as strong work experience elements should you wish to pursue a more work based pathway.
We are now based at our New Venue, Active Nation Birchwood! This venue will host our trianing, education sessions & fixtures. Our new venue also offers lots of perks such as a: Virtual spin room, Cafe, Recovery Studio, Exercise Studio, Brand new 3G Astroturf & Onsite Gym (Free 2 year Gym Membership included).
Course content
- Coaching and assessing sports performance
- Sports injuries and nutrition
- Fitness testing and training methods
- Sports development
- Contemporary issues in sport
- Anatomy and physiology for sport
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at grade A-C or equivalent.
We may take exceptions.
Assessment methods
Written reports, practical assessments, portfolios, presentations, posters/leaflets and various online assessments.
Future opportunities
As the level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma is equivalent to 3 A Levels; successful candidates may progress to higher education, work or other vocational opportunities.
Further information
Further information: Learners will have the opportunity to train and play in an academy/college football league. They will be getting 6 hours a week elite training, developing technique, fitness and all around footballing ability. In the teams you will get opportunities to travel to academy training grounds like St George’s Park where England train.
‘The educational curriculum and qualifications are delivered by Virtual Learning UK, who provide and employ all teaching staff and work in partnership with Deano’s Pro Soccer Academy Scholarship & Education’
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