This qualification is intended for those wanting to progress directly to self-employment in the coaching and development sector as a coach and is the equivalent to 3 A-Levels with a route to university. The breadth of optional content in this qualification allows learners to widen their opportunities to progress to a number of different higher education courses.
Course details
| Qualification name | BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development |
|---|---|
| Qualification level | 3 |
| Awarding organisation | Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) |
| Learning method | Classroom based |
| Course type | Vocational Technical Qualification |
| Course hours | Full-time |
| Course start date | Flexible |
| Cost description | You may be required to purchase kit. |
| Attendance pattern | Daytime |
Discover the learning experience and opportunities you can expect from this course.
Find out what qualifications and skills you will need for this course.
You will be required to hold grade 4/C or above in English and Maths at GCSE. Applicants with relevant Level 2 qualifications will be considered at the discretion of the Academy. You must be able to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English.
View the key features of this course.
The course includes 7 mandatory units: - Career in the sport and active leisure industry - Health, wellbeing and sport - Developing coaching skills - Applied coaching skills - Research project in sport - Sport development - Self-employment in sport and physical activity There are 5 additional units: - Anatomy and physiology in sport - Fitness testing - Rules, regulations and officiating in sport - Technical and tactical skills in sport - Practical sports application
Understand how the course will be delivered.
The 12-month course will be delivered alongside a fully immersive football programme including a minimum of 6 hours UEFA or FA coaching at top-class facilities, focusing on team development, strength & conditioning and recovery sessions, plus 2 matches per week, as well as support with Maths & English if required. Fixtures will include games against professional clubs as well as matches in the National League Youth Alliance and FA Youth Cup.
Find out what material you will need.
You will be required to purchase training kit.
Find out more about exams, assignments and assessments.
Assessment will include practical observations and coursework.
Completion of this BTEC qualification could lead to a paid apprenticeship or full-time employment within coaching or sports development. An alternative route would be to progress to a university degree. Another route following this qualification would be to sign-on with semi-professional and professional football clubs.
| Name | Racing Club Warwick FC Academy |
|---|---|
| Address |
Racing Club Warwick Fc
Hampton Road Warwick Warwickshire CV34 6JP Find on Google maps |
| hello@hoet.co.uk | |
| Phone | 0800 028 1576 |
| Website | https://hoet.co.uk/warwickfootballeducationacademy/ |
Other venues and dates
| Venue | Start date | Options |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Romulus FC Academy | View course | |
| ProDirect Academy Lutterworth | View course | |
| ProDirect Academy Harborough | View course | |
| ProDirect Academy Northampton | View course | |
| ProDirect Academy Peterborough | View course |
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