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BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development

at North Hertfordshire College, STEVENAGE · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Our sport courses include lots of opportunities for you to get hands on experience of the world of work, including:work experience with businesses like Watford FCvaried trips and activities to businesses and events including the Lee Valley White Water Centre and Lee Valley Athletics Centregetting involved in providing fitness training for supported studies studentshaving the opportunity to coach in the local communityYou will access inspirational teaching sessions to help you understand important topics in the industry.You will look at health and wellbeing in sport, fitness skills development, and nutrition for physical performance. You will develop workplace skills and confidence in delivering presentations, academic writing, working with others and problem-solving.You will complete either work-based projects or work experience allowing you to get a real insight into the industry.You will work with employers including Pure Gym and the Rugby Football Union community coach and you will go on several off-site visits including sports labs at universities and the Olympic Park.

What you need to get on

Four GCSEs at grade C or above including maths and English; or,Four GSCEs at grade C or above, plus functional skills level 2 maths and English; or,A level 2 qualification in a relevant subject area, passed with a Merit or Distinction grade - plus maths and English.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • North Hertfordshire College

    Hitchin Centre Cambridge Road, HITCHIN, SG4 0JD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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