BTEC Sport
Exam Board and Specification: Specification - Pearson BTEC Level 1/Level 2 Tech Award in Sport 2022 Issue 4
Who is this course for?
The Pearson BTEC Level 1/Level 2 Tech Award in Sport (603/7068/3) is for learners who want to acquire sector-specific applied knowledge and skills through vocational contexts by exploring the different types and providers of sport and physical activity and the equipment and technology available for participation as part of their Key Stage 4 learning. They will also 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. The qualification recognises the value of learning skills, knowledge and vocational attributes to complement GCSEs. The qualification will broaden learners’ experience and understanding of the varied progression options available to them.
What will I do on the Course?
The B Tech Award gives learners the opportunity to develop sector-specific applied knowledge and skills through realistic vocational contexts. 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. This Tech Award complements the learning in GCSE programmes such as GCSE Physical Education by providing further depth via analysis to the GCSE programmes use of sports theoretical knowledge to improve performance in participants. Also, in the BTEC exploration of the provision and types of sports suited to different individuals with different needs is well suited to the GCSE’s depth study into key socio-cultural influences. Finally, the BTEC offers leadership and teaching in sport, which is not approached directly by the GCSE.
