Sport BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3 16-19 Adult

Course information

The new Level 3 Sports Coaching course at Cornwall College Camborne offers an exciting and immersive learning experience for aspiring coaches. Combining both practical and theoretical learning, you’ll spend plenty of time outside the classroom making the most of the campus's outstanding facilities, including a fully equipped gym, sports hall, and grass pitches.

This course is 100% coursework-based, with no exams—perfect if you thrive in hands-on environments. You’ll build a professional portfolio through practical coaching sessions, real-world fitness training, and game-day experiences.

With a strong focus on rugby and general sports performance, and situated in a region passionate about sport, Camborne is the ideal place to kick-start your coaching career in a high-performance setting.

Whether your future lies in coaching athletes, leading fitness programmes, or working in elite sport, this course will give you the foundation and real-world experience to succeed.

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers
• Four or more GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English and/or Maths, or successful completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification AND a grade 4 or above in English and/or Maths.
• Functional Skills Level 2 in English and/or Maths will be considered as alternatives to GCSE, but a GCSE resit may be required depending on grade.

Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group
• Successful completion of previous course and maths and/or English at GCSE Grade 4 or Functional Skills Level 2.

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Cornwall College Camborne

Cornwall College Camborne

Our Camborne campus has served as a vocational training hub for nearly a century. The iconic Tamar tower and the ‘big top’ that covers our construction and engineering provision, are landmarks known throughout the area. This legacy, combined with an exciting modernisation programme, has made Cornwall College Camborne the home of cutting edge facilities, dynamic learning experiences and fantastic student spaces. Open and modern learning areas, electric vehicle training labs, esports gaming facilities, chill out areas, an award-winning restaurant and plenty more besides, makes this the perfect place to have your college experience.

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Course Code 20209-CAM-26

Courses listed on this website are indicative of the subject, nature and level of study. The College reserves the right to alter specific qualifications titles, awarding bodies and levels of qualification, which can change in year. Any cost may also vary, based on personal funding eligibility. The Cornwall College Group reserves the right to withdraw any course listed at any time.

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