The Sixth Form at Malton - Prospectus

SPORT
BTEC EXTENDED CERTIFICATE
The content of this qualification has been developed in consultation with academics to ensure that it supports progression
to higher education. Employers and professional bodies have also been involved and consulted to confirm that the content is
appropriate and consistent with current practice for students who may choose to enter employment directly in the sport sector.
You will study three mandatory units:
• Unit 1: Anatomy and Physiology
• Unit 2: Fitness Training and Programming for Health, Sport and Well-being
• Unit 3: Professional Development in the Sports Industry
You will also study one Optional Unit
• Practical Sports Performance
Course Requirements: N/A
Equipment:
You will require practical kit to undertake the practical sports
performance unit. You will also be required to record your
performance which will be done mostly in school; however
you may be required sometimes to record footage outside
of school.
Future Prospects:
BTEC Sport is a subject that will provide fantastic opportunities
for entry into higher education. It develops a pathway into
‘traditional’ careers which involve sport including Teaching,
Physiotherapy, Coaching & Fitness Training, Psychology,
Sports Science, Police, Armed Forces, Sports Instructors.
Skills:
To be a successful student in BTEC Sport you will be
continually developing your practical performance in your
chosen sport outside of school through specific training
sessions and practical performance. You will also work on
the second sport required for the practical performance
unit which requires hard work, resilience, and motivation to
improve. In the classroom, you will be able to link theoretical
content to practical examples and elite sport and apply your
knowledge within a sporting context.
Assessment:
You will complete 4 units as outlined above.
2 units are externally assessed and will be undertaken in
exam conditions.
2 units are coursework-based units and will be internally
assessed by your teachers.
66.6% of your overall grade will come from the externally
assessed units.
33.3% of the overall grade will come from Internally assessed
Units.
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