BTEC Level One Sport and Active Leisure 14-16 Programme

About the course

On completion of the course, it may be possible for year 10 students to ‘top’ up their qualification with further units. Students may wish to progress to another 14-16 or Further Education course dependent on their age.

Year 1

Year 1

Safe Learning in the Workplace

Taking Part in Exercise and Fitness

Managing Your Health at Work (Preston)

How the Body Works

Taking Part in Sport

Planning own Fitness Programme

Working in a Team

Investigating Rights and Responsibilities at Work (Preston)

Carrying out an Individual Project

Physical Activities for Children (Preston)

Job Opportunities in Sport and Active Leisure

Assisting a Leader of Sports and Active Leisure Activities to Plan and Deliver an Activity

Entry requirements & additional information

Entry requirements
Special requirements

Entry requirements

Students need to be over 14 and have an interest in a practical subject to qualify for the course. No previous qualifications are required. The College provides learning support for Home Educated students who have learning difficulties and disabilities; the home institution must provide support for school students.

Your school or Home Educating Parent or Guardian must complete Application Form Part B before your application will be processed.

For home educated applicants your Parent or Guardian must complete the Home Educated Form and return before your application will be processed.

Special requirements

Minimum Age: 14 Years Old

Costs that are mandatory for the course:

Specialist Clothing and Equipment: Suitable outdoor clothing and footwear for practical elements. Sports equipment list will be supplied at start of programme.

Foundation Learning

We provide a range of Foundation Learning full-time and part-time courses for students with additional needs. Our aim is to help students develop a range of important skills - social, academic and vocational - whilst providing the support and encouragement for them to grow in confidence and express their personality.

The Foundation Learning team has built up an excellent reputation over many years for successfully working with students who have a wide range of learning difficulties and disabilities.

Dedicated learning facility

At Myerscough, we understand the importance of catering to individual needs. Our dedicated foundation learning building features customised classrooms and facilities to ensure all students are able to participate fully in their chosen programme.

Myerscough College Foundation Learning - support staff

Dedicated support staff

The experience of our learners is vital and we do all we can to support any additional needs. Our expert support staff, as well as those who assist us from the Learning Support team, ensure each student can achieve to their true potential on the programme.

Myerscough College Foundation Learning gardening

Access to vocational areas

As well as our own customised centre, students on our foundation programme are able to access facilities in a variety of our vocational areas to develop their skills. Whether it's working with animals in our Animal Studies Centre, or using the College gardens to learn about plants and nature - our learners can get involved.