Sport
Course Information
- Course Type School Leaver
- Subject Area Sport and Fitness
- Qualification BTEC First Extended Certificate
- Study Mode: Full Time
- Course Level Level 2
- Location Victoria House
- Course Length 1 year
Overview
On this examinable, written and practical course, you will gain an excellent introduction to the sport and active leisure industry.
Who is this course for?
Choose this course if you have aspirations of learning more about a career in the sports industry or want to progress on to the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport.
- What you will study
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On this course you will:
- Study subjects such as anatomy and physiology for sport and profiling sports performance
- Learn how to plan, lead and evaluate sports activities
- Engage in a range of sports to develop your own skills
- Understand how lifestyle affects performance
- Undertake fitness training and testing
- Assessment
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Two external online exams as well as internal assignments.
- Entry Requirements
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Two GCSEs at grade 2 or above Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English Language*
You will also need the personal qualities for working in the sports industry and enthusiasm for sport
*If you do not achieve a grade 4 in GCSE English Language or Maths you may still be considered for this course, but you will be required to study this subject alongside your course.
Progression and Careers
After completing the BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate, you may pursue employment or an apprenticeship within the sport and leisure industry. Alternatively, you may be able to continue your studies at Exeter College by progressing to a Level 3 course.
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How to apply
Ready to start your journey?
Applying is straightforward:
1) Complete our online application form
2) Submit your GCSE results or predicted grades
3) Attend an interview
4) Receive your offer and enrol
What our students think?
“The Netball Academy has one fitness session a week in the gym, two netball skills sessions and Wednesdays are reserved for games as well, so it helps improve our overall fitness, team bonding, game play and skills. We have just won the Association of Colleges League and are officially the best College team in England.” Read more >
“My course is really hands-on and practical, teaching us skills that you don’t get in the classroom. I really enjoy the theory too, we look at things like sports nutrition, health and safety and the history of the industry. The facilities at Haven Banks are fantastic.” Read more >
“I have always loved football and I want to go as far as I can, so training every day and playing competitive fixtures was what appealed to me about the Sports Academy. Also learning about the body and the more theoretical side of my studies has been really good too, the balance of both on... Read more >
“I study PE, Biology and Psychology A Levels and find they link together nicely. I chose my subjects by thinking about what I enjoy the most and what could help lead to a career in Sports, as that is my main interest.” Read more >
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