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BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure

This innovative BTEC sport programme is designed to develop leaders of the future and allows students the opportunity to gain valuable experiences as well as an insight into the coaching philosophies of Manchester United, as we aim to develop young people and prepare them for employment.

BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Sport & Active Leisure

No prior knowledge, understanding or qualifications are required in order to enrol onto this BTEC course. We simply ask that students are punctual, organised and motivated to achieve a career in sport, and demonstrate a passion for Sport and Active Leisure.

Units include:

  • Taking part in sport
  • Assisting a leader of sports or active leisure activities to plan and deliver an activity
  • Planning your own fitness programme
  • How the body works

The BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure gives students the opportunity to:

  • Engage in relevant learning and provide opportunities to develop sporting skills and techniques, personal skills and attributes essential for working life.
  • Achieve a nationally recognised Level 1 vocationally related qualification.
  • Progress towards employment in Sport and Active Leisure.
  • Progress towards related or vocational qualifications (i.e. BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport, BTEC Level 3 in Sport and BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport).