Course description
This course is ideal for 16-18 year-olds who have a passion for basketball and an ambition to work in the industry. You must be prepared to gain an academic qualification in Sport as well as developing your basketball playing ability. The course combines an academic qualification with basketball development. You will gain a BTEC Level 3 in Sport alongside weekly training and playing in competitive fixtures. Education takes place in the classroom, computer suite, sports hall and fitness suite at Sandwell College. The basketball element is delivered by qualified coaches who have direct links to clubs. Students will receive 12 hours of teaching and four hours of coaching a week, in addition to indoor and outdoor fixtures.
Each learner will receive an individual player assessment report at the end of the academic year. Basketball players here at Sandwell College have access to a top quality indoor facility, while strong links with West Bromwich Albion allow us to use their excellent facilities. Assessment is through written assignment work, practical observations and presentations. Successful completion of the course enables progression into Higher Education on an undergraduate degree or equivalent. There is also the possibility of working in the Sports Coaching and Development Industry or even, potentially, of pursuing a career in basketball.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
You will need four GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above or equivalent, although lower entry qualifications may be accepted if you do further study alongside the programme. You will need to purchase college Sports uniform, which you'll be expected to wear during all lessons at college.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
Nationally recognised qualification