Course information
Sport - BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate
The Basildon Upper Academy - Essex
01268552536
Wickford Avenue, Basildon, SS13 3HL
Course summary

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of Sport. You will develop an understanding of the sports industry by exploring the different skills required for different career pathways into the industry. Additionally, you will study Fitness Training as well as the Anatomy and Physiology of the body. The course is designed for students who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the Sports Industries. Course Overview: Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology In order to appreciate how each of these systems function, you will explore the structure of the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory and energy systems as well as additional factors which affect sport and exercise performance. Unit 2: Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Wellbeing. You will explore client screening and lifestyle assessment, fitness training methods and fitness programming to support improvements in a client’s health and well-being. Unit 3: Professional Development in Sport Learners explore the knowledge and skills required for different career pathways in the sports industry. Learners will take part in, and reflect on, a personal skills audit, career action plan and practical interview assessment activities. Unit 5: Application of Fitness Testing In this unit, you will explore the principles of fitness testing and examine the factors affecting the selection and administration of tests, including validity, reliability and suitability of tests. You will explore a range of laboratory and field-based fitness tests and the administration process of each fitness test.

Entry requirements

A Grade 4 in a Science Subject (4,4 in combined science) along with a Grade 4 in GCSE English or GCSE English Literature. Although not essential, it would be beneficial to have a L2 BTEC Sport or GCSE PE qualification. Where entry requirements have not been met, applications will still be accepted and considered and be discussed in interview.

How you'll be assessed

4 units of which 3 are mandatory Mandatory Units (83%) External Assessment (44%) • An external exam in Anatomy and Physiology • An external task, written under exam conditions, relating to Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being • Internally assessed coursework, consisting of written assignments, presentations and practical assessment

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityEssex
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressWickford Avenue, Basildon, SS13 3HL