Sport BTEC (Level 3 - Single)

Course summary

As a student of Sport you will develop an understanding of the body’s systems. This is imperative in the sports industry so that professionals can help support people who are taking part in sport and exercise. For example, an athlete can go from rest to sprinting in a matter of seconds, whereas an endurance athlete can continue exercising for many hours at a time. You will explore the structure of the skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory and energy systems. This course will give you the detailed core knowledge required to progress to coaching and instruction in the sports industry or further study. You will also explore the process required for screening clients and assessing their lifestyle and nutritional intake. You will learn to analyse and interpret this information in order to help develop plans for improving performance or the individual’s fitness, health and overall well-being. As a sport student you will also experience the scope and breadth of the available career opportunities in the industry. You will have opportunities to practice the steps needed to follow a chosen pathway in sport. You will encounter people from different areas of the industry and use their knowledge and passion for sport to open your eyes to future career opportunities.