Further Qualifications Cross Curricular Links

BTEC Introduced in 2002. They are diplomas in sport, equivalent to GCSE’s and are vocationally based.

GCSE The award you are currently studying As well as PE there are separate GCSEs in dance. First step to higher education Important to achieve a ‘C’ or above to go on to the next level

GCE Next level up from GCSE First year known as AS level, A2 is the second year of study. Graded the same as GCSEs University places decided upon results.

Sports Performance Award Increasing number of these available. Linked to specific sports e.g athletics Sports Leaders UK level 1Award in Sports Leadership. Can lead on to level 2 community leader

Proficiency testing and awards These are often developed and made available through NGB’s (National Governing Bodies) and delivered by schools. Many PE departments use award schemes to test and reward students e.g athletics, swimming, gymnastics.

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