Football Academy – Cray Wanderers

BTEC Extended Certificate

In partnership with Cray Wanderers F.C. this course is designed to prepare you for progression to Level 3 study and future careers within the sports and fitness industry such as coaching, sport therapy, or further athletic development.

CONTENT

During this one-year course, you will develop your knowledge, understanding, and practical skills in the context of professional football and sports performance.

You will explore anatomy and physiology, gaining an understanding of how the body functions during physical activity. You will also study sports psychology, helping you develop knowledge into athlete performance. Key areas such as injury prevention and rehabilitation will ensure you learn how to support recovery and maintain peak fitness. Additionally, you will learn about exercise programme design, equipping you with the tools to tailor training for optimal performance. This course can be studies alongside English and Maths GCSE’s.