GCSEs grade C/4 or above to include English and Mathematics. Alternatively, the BTEC Level 3 90 credit Introductory Qualification, NVQ Level 2, or VRQ Level 2.
This course is run by qualified, highly respected and well-known professional coaches with unique training programmes that include specialist advice on nutrition, sports therapy, sports psychology and skill development.
Topics on this course:
Sport and Exercise Physiology
Functional Anatomy
Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
Nutrition for Sport and Exercise Performance
Field and Laboratory based Fitness Testing
Applied Research Methods in Sport and Exercise Science
Sports Injury and Massage
Choosing this course will also give you the unique opportunity to gain additional qualifications alongside core BTEC study programme. These include:
A First Aid in Sport Award
Level 1 in Strength and Conditioning
'Extended Project' (Independent Research Project to obtain additional UCAS points)
There is no specific work experience required or undertaken for this course however, you will obtain the skills and knowledge that you need in order to progress into a career in the sports industry.
Upon completion of this course, you have a number of options to choose from. If you wish to continue your studies, this course provides UCAS points in the range of 120-420, which can help with entry to higher education or provide enough on its own depending on the degree/course chosen and institution.
We also offer apprenticeship vacancies in sport. Please ask for more details at your interview.
Alternatively, if you think it's time to enter employment, there is a range of possible careers for you to pursue as: Sport Coaching, Sports Development, Leisure Centre Assistant or Supervisor, Teaching, PE Assistant in Schools, Armed Forces, Sports Therapist, Sports Journalist, Sports Business & Marketing, Gym Instructor or NHS Public Health Initiatives.