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BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development

COURSE CODE
Sports Coaching and Development

COURSE DURATION
2 years

LOCATION
Central Campus

START DATE
02/09/24

Course summary

The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development has been designed to be studied full-time over 2-years to provide students with the opportunity to develop a broader knowledge base and technical skills needed to excel as a sports coach.

Course requirements

LEVEL 3 – You should have a minimum of four GCSE’s at Grade 4/C or above.

The course involves a range of units to increase your understanding of different aspects of sports coaching principles and sports therapy, as well as practical experience in working with athletes at various levels.

 

The units will include:

 

  • Developing coaching skills
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Sports massage
  • Sports nutrition

You will have the opportunity to assist with coaching in local primary schools, coach overseas in Spain, and experience top level coaching first-hand with trips to St Georges Park, Twickenham, and Edgbaston.

The course will combine a mix of theoretical and practical learning and include a range of assessments from written reports, portfolios, verbal assessments, presentations, and practical observations. There are no examinations for this course.

Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching (accredited by University of Wolverhampton)

To discuss your options direct with the course tutor email

[email protected]

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