BTEC

BTEC Level 2 First in Sport

BTEC First qualifications are designed for use in colleges, schools and the workplace as an introductory level 2 course for learners wanting to study in the context of a vocational sector. This is still relevant today. The skills learnt in studying a BTEC First will aid progression to further study and prepare learners to enter the workplace in due course. In the sport sector, typical employment opportunities may include working as a coach or as a fitness instructor.

These qualifications are intended primarily for learners in the 14–19 age group, but may also be used by other learners who wish to gain an introductory understanding of a vocational area. When taken as part of a balanced curriculum, there is a clear progression route to a level 3 course or an apprenticeship.

BTECs are vocationally related qualifications, where learners develop knowledge and understanding by applying their learning and skills in a work-related context.

Additionally, they are popular and effective because they engage learners to take responsibility for their own learning and to develop skills that are essential for the modern-day workplace. These skills include: teamwork; working from a prescribed brief; working to deadlines; presenting information effectively; and accurately completing administrative tasks and processes. BTEC Firsts motivate learners, and open doors to progression into further study and responsibility within the workplace.

PE BTEC SPORT LEVEL 2 OVERVIEW

Content

Students will explore the different types of participant and their needs in order to gain an understanding of how to increase participation for others in sport and physical activity and further develop their knowledge and understanding of anatomy and physiology. Learners will undertake practical sessions to develop skills in planning and delivering sports activity sessions to participants. The qualification enables learners to develop their sector-specific skills, such as sport analysis and sports leadership, using realistic vocational contexts, and personal skills, such as communication, planning, time management and teamwork through a practical and skills-based approach to learning and assessment.

Learners will have the opportunity to develop applied knowledge and skills in the following areas:

Investigating provisions for sport including equipment and facilities to enhance sport
Planning and delivery of sport drills and sessions
Fitness for sport including fitness testing and methodology

Assessment

Component Number	Component Title	How it will be assessed
1	Preparing participants to take part in sport and physical activity. (60 marks)	Internal Externally moderated coursework
2	Taking part and improving other participants sporting performance. (60 marks)	Internal Externally moderated coursework
3	Developing fitness to improve other participant’s performance in sport and physical activity. (60 marks)	External – 1.5 hr exam Synoptic

This course supports the progression into the Sixth Form leading onto the BTEC Sport Level 3.

Skills Required

Students should be punctual, be able to meet deadlines and always be ready to learn, regardless of a theory or practical lesson
Students should have a passion for sport and health related fitness
Students should have the desire to improve their own sport and fitness
Students should want to participate in a range of sports and want to develop their own leadership skills
Students should be interested in exploring a career in the sports and leisure industry
Students will need to be medically fit and actively participate in every practical lesson with the correct kit

Potential Careers

PE Teacher Personal Trainer Sports Coach

Sports Development Sports Journalist Sports Analysis

BTEC Level 3 National in Sport

At Level 3, BTEC embodies a fundamentally learner-centred approach to the curriculum, with a flexible, unit-based structure and knowledge applied in project-based assessments. They focus on the holistic development of the practical, interpersonal and thinking skills required to be able to succeed in employment and higher education. The course structure gives the students the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in a wide range of specialist areas within sport, from the Human Anatomy, Health and Fitness and Sports Psychology to Leadership, Coaching and Officiating. There are three main forms of assessment, external, internal and synoptic. All specifically designed to fit the purpose and objective of the qualification.