The Qualitas BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport (Football Education Programme)
At Qualitas Sport Academy the Football Education Programme offers both males and females aged 16-19 years a fantastic platform to kickstart their careers withing the sporting industry.
Our qualified team work hard to give each student opportunities and pathways that kickstart their interests and routes into sporting employment; with the drive that they are ahead of students of a similar age on the completion of their course.
We do this by focusing on 3 different aspects of learning & development.
- Education – VLUK delivers education through a range of modules using the Sports Brain platform. Content is delivered in person while also remaining fully accessible online, giving students the flexibility to study at their own pace and revisit learning when preparing for assignments. The course is assessed through 100% coursework, with no exams.
- Football Development – Students train two to three times per week with UEFA-qualified coaches who have both professional and semi-professional playing experience. Sessions are designed around the FA Four Corner Model to ensure well-rounded football development. Competitive fixtures take place on Wednesdays against other college football providers and teams. As football development is built into the education timetable, students also have the opportunity to explore pathways with a variety of football and sporting clubs.
- Workplace Enrichment – We provide students with opportunities to gain valuable workplace experience within the sporting industry, based on their individual interests and career goals. We work closely with students to support them on a pathway from voluntary placements to paid employment, helping them build experience and access future job opportunities.
We complete our programme at two state of the art facilities, where we are able to immerse the students in enrichment and opportunities.
Our courses take place at Staveley Miners Welfare Football Club (SMWFC) and Graves Health and Leisure Centre.
At SMWFC we have everything on one site, state of the art 4G pitch, purpose built classrooms, changing rooms and a gym all on site, in the fantastic compound of one of the best non-league football ground in the area.
At Graves Health and Leisure Centre we use a mixture of the classrooms and spaces in the venue to deliver the education side of the provision. Located at the bottom of the Graves facility is Leisure United where our football development is completed. At the Graves site their is opportunity to get involved in more than just football as enrichment due to the nature and various sports/activities that take place at the venue.
Education
Level 3 Extended National Diploma in Sports Coaching Development
Equivalent to 3 A-Levels
Football Development
2-3 Training sessions a week using the FA Four Corner Model.
Competitive fixtures midweek.
Workplace Enrichment
Kickstart a career in the sporting industry.
Voluntary to paid work framework.
Enrichment Pathways
Your Course, Individual Pathways
Qualitas Sport Academy allows for a greater choice and flexibility in how students manage their study programme. Enrichment is a fundamental part of their course, therefore, we wanted this to match up with the student’s passion and career direction. All our pathways are unique to Qualitas Sport in conjunction with our working partners in how they are delivered, providing practical activity, competition, educational component, and additional qualifications.
- Football Development Pathway
- Sports Industry & Fitness Pathway
- American Scholarship Pathway
- Higher Education Degree, including Blended Learning Degree.
- Part-Time, Full-Time Employment.
Course Requirement and Enrolment
This study programme is ideal for people interested in going on to study sport-based courses at university, or wish to pursue a career pathway within teaching, fitness, youth work, sport science coaching or sports development.
Throughout the year, we host a range of open evenings, open training days, and information events for prospective students and their families. These events provide the perfect opportunity to learn more about the course, meet our staff, and gain a clear understanding of the programme we offer.
Visitors will also have the chance to experience the high-quality training environment available to our students, giving them a real insight into life on the course and the opportunities available. Find out more information about upcoming open days and evenings through our social media platforms, or get in contact with us directly and we will be happy to share the next available date.
Applications for the course usually open around January each academic year. It is important to complete your application through the VLUK links, which we can send to you once you have registered your interest.
To join the course, students are required to achieve five GCSEs at grade 4 or above. Having English and Maths included within these five GCSEs is prefered but not essential.
If a student does not achieve a pass in English or Maths, there is still the opportunity to resit these qualifications while studying with us. Teaching support for resits will take place during the week, with exams completed at the end of the academic year.
Education Format & Content
The BTEC qualification in Sports Coaching delivered by VLUK qualified tutors daily covers 12 units of the bespoke BTEC Level 3. All units will be internally assessed through assignments set and marked by tutors. Upon completion of each internally assessed unit, the tutor will inform the learner of what grade they have achieved (either Pass, Merit or Distinction). When all the units of the course have been completed, the learner will receive an overall grade for the qualification. This is the grade that will be shown on the certificate and the one that should be used when applying for higher education or employment.
BTEC Level 3, Year 1 (6 Units to be completed)
- Unit A: Careers in the Sport & Active Leisure Industry – MANDATORY
- Unit B: Health, Wellbeing & Sport – MANDATORY
- Unit C1: Developing Coaching Skills – MANDATORY
- Unit 1: Sport Development – MANDATORY
- Unit 2: Self-employment in Sport & Physical Activity – MANDATORY
- Unit 11: Rules, Regulations & Officiating in Sport – OPTIONAL
BTEC Level 3, Year 2 (6 Units to be completed)
- Unit D1: Applied Coaching Skills – MANDATORY
- Unit E: Research Project in Sport – MANDATORY
- Unit 3: Sports Psychology
- Unit 4: Nutrition for Sports Performance
- Unit 5: Anatomy & Physiology in Sport
- Unit 6: Sports Injuries
- Unit 8: Fitness Testing
- Unit 9: Fitness Training
- Unit 10: Technical & Tactical Skills in Sport
- Unit 12: Practical Sports Application
- Unit 13: Influence of Technology in Sport & Physical Activity
- Unit 14: Organising Events in Sport & Physical Activities
- Unit 20: School Sport Delivery
In order for the learners to fully complete the qualification, they must complete all 7 mandatory units as well as the 5 optional units.
The course comprises of both classroom and practical lessons, sport and industry-based learning and features various assessment methods that will prepare students for further academic study. Units are assessed through assignments which are submitted via our interactive learning platforms in a variety of formats including; written reports, posters, practical sports, demonstrations, group tasks, interviews, practical coaching, presentations, work experience, projects, performance observation and time-constrained assessments.
Highly Qualified
Delivered by Qualified Education Tutors & UEFA Qualified Coaches
Learn & Train
Study with VLUK & train with experts on and off the pitch
No Exams
100% Assessment & Practical
Work & Industry Opportunities
Opportunities in a wide variety of sectors within the Qualitas business. Relationships with different sport and leisure businesses for further enrichment.
Career Pathways
Routes and opportunities to seek Higher Education Degree Courses, , American Scholarship, Employment, Semi-Proffessional Football Clubs.
Enrichment Opportunites
Enrichment days offered at Universities, Sports Events Days and match day experiences at proffessional clubs.
Interested in Applying?
If you have any questions, like to set up an individual meeting or would like any further information please email the Director of HE and Post-16 Education, Andrew Glossop:
