BTEC Level 1 Diploma Sport and Active Leisure
Key Facts
Level: 1
Attendance: Full Time (FT)
Duration: 1 Year
Course Code: TFF6861
Start Date: August 2027
Awarding Body: Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL)
Code: TFF6861
For students aged 16-18 or 16-24 with an approved Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP).
This BTEC Level 1 Diploma is designed for school leavers wishing to study sport, exercise or fitness but who have 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.
Features and Benefits
There are a range of trips and team-building activities included throughout this course and you will also have the opportunity to take part in enrichment sporting activities.
Course Content
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.
Entry Requirements
- 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
- For students aged 16-18 or 16-24 with an approved Educational Health Care Plan (EHCP)
Progression Opportunities
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.
Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information contained on this website is correct, the College accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Please note that details are subject to change without notice with regard to the provision of courses, course times and dates and the fees and charges levied.
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