Specification
A basic introduction to the study of Sport. Supports progression to further or higher education and, ultimately, employment.
Qualification Summary
Title: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate in Sport
Qualification number: 603/0458/3
Guided learning hours: 180
First teaching: December 2016
First external assessment: 2017
Performance tables: Applied Generals (2024,2025,2026)
Total qualification time: 240
Eligible for funding (England): Funding approval end date - 31/07/2026 (16-19; 19+ loan; 19-23 entitlement; )
Last registration: England - 31 Dec 2026; Northern Ireland- 31 Dec 2026; Wales - 31 Dec 2026;
A broad basis of study for the sport sector. This qualification is designed to support progression to higher education when taken as part of a programme of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals.
Qualification Summary
Title: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Sport
Qualification number: 601/7218/6
Guided learning hours: 360
First teaching: September 2016
First external assessment: 2017
Performance tables: Applied Generals (2024,2025,2026)
Total qualification time: 445
Eligible for funding (England): Funding approval end date - 31/07/2026 (16-19; 19+ loan; 19-23 entitlement; )
Last registration: England - 31 Dec 2026; Northern Ireland- 31 Dec 2026; Wales - 31 Dec 2026;
This qualification is designed as a one-year, full-time course covering the underpinning knowledge for the sport sector, which supports progression to an Apprenticeship in the sport sector or to a further year of study at Level 3.
Qualification Summary
Title: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Sport
Qualification number: 601/7220/4
Guided learning hours: 540
First teaching: September 2016
First external assessment: 2017
Performance tables: Applied Generals (2024,2025,2026)
Total qualification time: 695
Eligible for funding (England): Funding approval end date - 31/07/2026 (16-19; 19+ loan; 19-23 entitlement; )
Last registration: England - 31 Dec 2026; Northern Ireland- 31 Dec 2026; Wales - 31 Dec 2026;
Equivalent in size to two A levels. Part of a two-year programme, a specialist pathway in Fitness Services.
Qualification Summary
Title: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Fitness Services
Qualification number: 601/7215/0
Guided learning hours: 720
First teaching: September 2016
First external assessment: 2017
Performance tables: n/a
Total qualification time: 910
Eligible for funding (England): n/a
Last registration: England - 31 Aug 2020; Northern Ireland- 31 Aug 2020; Wales - n/a;
In-depth study for learners committed to their study of the sector alongside other qualifications. Supports progression to higher education and employment when combined with other Level 3 subjects.
Qualification Summary
Title: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Sport
Qualification number: 603/0460/1
Guided learning hours: 720
First teaching: December 2016
First external assessment: 2017
Performance tables: Applied Generals (2024,2025,2026)
Total qualification time: 895
Eligible for funding (England): Funding approval end date - 31/07/2026 (16-19; 19+ loan; 19-23 entitlement; )
Last registration: England - 31 Dec 2026; Northern Ireland- 31 Dec 2026; Wales - 31 Dec 2026;
A two-year full-time course, providing in-depth study of the sector. Supports progression to higher education and employment.
Qualification Summary
Title: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport
Qualification number: 603/0459/5
Guided learning hours: 1080
First teaching: December 2016
First external assessment: 2017
Performance tables: Applied Generals (2024,2025,2026)
Total qualification time: 1390
Eligible for funding (England): Funding approval end date - 31/07/2026 (16-19; 19+ loan; 19-23 entitlement; )
Last registration: England - 31 Dec 2026; Northern Ireland- 31 Dec 2026; Wales - 31 Dec 2026;
Penny Lewis
Physical Education and Sport
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