BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Sports Coaching (RQF)

We will invite you to a Meet the Tutor event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

For admission onto the Extended Certificate or Diploma pathway (2x A-level equivalent over two years) applicants will need to have achieved 4 x GCSE's at 4/C or above, or a Level 2 Certificate/Extended Certificate (or higher), at Merit or above, in a relevant subject.

A retake will be required in either English or Maths alongside the Level 3 Extended Certificate in Sports Coaching.

You will provide a copy of your last school report and/or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other to include attendance. This is to ensure we can support to be able to achieve well on the course. Applicants with 85% or below attendance will have been deemed not to have met this criteria. All applicants are given an opportunity to discuss any evidence based mitigating circumstances that may have affected the reference/school report.

We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish. Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.

Most students will progress onto year 2 of the Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development (2 A-Level Equivalent). Progression routes after completing year 2 will prepare you for progressing to employment and/or starting your own business in the sports coaching/development industry. Progression via UCAS points to a range of Higher Education courses such as Sports Coaching or Sport Development.

There are lots of opportunities available to you to progress across the South Thames Colleges Group and into the world beyond education.

During your time with us you will have access to a dedicated team of careers and education advisors who will help you as you take the next steps towards achieving your goals.

We will give you enrichment opportunities including visits and practical hands on, work-related experiences. Activities will include visits and case studies relating to real life businesses. Sports students are invited to an oversees residential working on team building skills including numerous land and water based activities. Guest speakers are invited in to talk to students about future careers throughout the year. Early application is advisable as this course is popular. For further information, please email Peri Williams-Ansah at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Full time, one year.