BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure

This BTEC Level 1 Diploma is designed for school leavers wishing to study sport, exercise or fitness but who has not yet achieved any formal qualifications.

This course will help you to develop transferable skills, sporting knowledge, literacy and numeracy, before progressing on to a Level 2 course or into employment.

Units include:

• Being Organised
• Developing a Personal Progression plan
• Working with Others
• Researching a Topic
• How Exercise Affects the Body
• Training for Fitness
• Playing Sport
• Coaching Skills in Sport
• Assisting in a Sports Activity
• Contribute to Running an Event
• Opportunity to resit GCSE Maths and/or English
• Work placement

You will also have opportunities to gain further qualifications, which complement your course. Assessment combines observed practical assessments, written reports, case studies, and worksheets.

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 1/G or above
• Able to show a capability to work at Level 1 and a clear interest in chosen subject
• Demonstrates a commitment to learning

The course can lead onto Level 2 courses in sport or employment within the industry.

Students may have the opportunity to study Functional Skills or GCSEs in maths and English.