Sport and Uniformed Services Level 1

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You can apply for up to two courses (except A Level subjects where you must select a minimum of three).

You will only be invited to book an interview for your 1st choice course initially.

Launch your future in Sport or Uniformed Services with a course designed for students who are serious about stepping into these dynamic industries. If you’re committed, motivated, and ready to build the skills employers value, this programme blends hands-on practical experience with engaging classroom learning to help you start your career journey with confidence.

You will choose to specialise in Sport or Uniformed Services, learning together for core units before diving deeper into your chosen pathway. This structure ensures you build a strong foundation while developing the specialist knowledge and skill sets essential for your future profession. This qualification offers the perfect introduction to the fast-paced world of sport, fitness, outdoor activity, and the uniformed services. Throughout the course, you will grow your professional skill set, preparing you for further training, higher-level study, or entry-level employment.

Teamwork and communication, two skills employers consistently look for, are embedded into everything you do. You will take part in practical activities, team sports, and on-site enrichment experiences that strengthen your confidence and your readiness for the workplace. Expect a blend of 40% practical activities and 60% classroom learning, giving you the best of both worlds. You will also hear directly from industry professionals and take part in skill-building activities that connect your classroom learning to real-world roles.

Units may include:

Core Units:

• Being Organised
• Researching a Topic
• Working with Others
• Developing a Personal Progression Plan

Sport Pathway:

• How Exercise Affects the Body
• Training for Fitness
• Coaching Skills in Sport
• Keeping Active and Healthy
• Getting People Active

Uniformed Services Pathway:

• Taking Part in Fitness Testing
• Carrying Out Security Searches
• Planning and Navigating a Route
• Contributing to Your Community
• Taking Part in Sport and Adventurous Activities

You will be marked in a variety of ways including:

• Practical demonstrations
• Written assignments
• Posters
• Leaflets
• Presentations.

All work is internally assessed and externally verified by BTEC.

• You will need to have achieved three GCSEs at grade 2 or above, including English language and maths

• Completion of an online ‘Easton Applicant Information Form’
• You will need to provide two references (one from your school teacher, and the other can be from a sports coach, cadet leader, or another teacher)
• You will need to attend a Curriculum Taster Day
• You will need to complete a summer task, which you will receive on your Taster Day

Course Progression

Following the successful completion of the Level 1 programme at Merit or above, good attendance, good behaviour record, and appropriate GCSE/Functional Skills results, you will have the opportunity to apply for a Level 2 programme if you wish to proceed with further education.

Where Your Course Can Take You

The sport and active leisure industry is booming, supporting over 450,000 jobs across the UK and now valued at more than £20 billion. Over the past five years it has grown faster than many other sectors—and experts predict this momentum will continue.

At the same time, defence and the wider uniformed services remain major national priorities, creating a strong and ongoing demand for dedicated, skilled individuals to join roles across policing, security, the armed forces and public protection.

If you’re serious about building a future in these industries, this course is the perfect first step. It can lead you towards career pathways such as a Gym Instructor, Leisure Centre Assistant, Personal Trainer, Police Officer, Security Officer, Prison Officer, the Army, or Military Personnel.

Some of these professional routes may require further training or degree-level study, and this course is designed to set you firmly on that progression journey.

To explore detailed role profiles, you can visit the National Careers Service for more details.