Blended learning approach to delivering BTEC International qualifications - Guidance for BTEC International Level 2 and 3 qualifications - Teaching, learning and assessment

Oct 20, 2026

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Guidance for delivering BTEC International Level 2 and 3 qualifications in the 2021–2022 academic year, taking account of ongoing COVID-19 impacts on teaching, learning and assessment. The document supports effective delivery through adaptations and considers social distancing, safety requirements, lost teaching time, subject content and practical activities. It explains available blended-learning resources, outlines assessment adaptations and learner eligibility limits, and notes equipment and participation constraints affecting delivery.

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CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages21

Reading Time53 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction

Resources

Overview: Sport

Adaptations to Assessments in 2021/2022

Learner eligibility

Social Distance

Safety

Lost time teaching

Flexibility of delivery and assessment

Blended learning approach to delivering BTEC International qualifications September 2021 to August 2022 SPORT Guidance for BTEC International Level 2 and 3 qualifications Teaching, learning and assessment SPORT Introduction As COVID-19 may continue to impact upon teaching, learning and assessment through the academic year, affecting those learners who are part-way through their qualifications and those who are commencing this academic year, we have produced this guidance to support the effective delivery of BTEC course content. We are committed to ensuring that learners continue to benefit from the breadth of content of BTEC qualifications through adaptations in teaching and learning. This document is intended to provide you with guidance for how you might adapt delivery for the sector’s BTEC qualifications in the academic year of 2021-2022. We will continue to work with our regulators and relevant sector bodies on any possible adaptations or accommodations in line with the relevant policy and regulatory considerations. Key aspects such as social distancing, safety, lost teaching time, subject content and practical activities have been considered from a sector perspective for your reference. However, it should be noted that all of the guidance provided here must be considered within the context of any relevant guidance issued by your own centre, relevant governing and industry bodies, local and national government. For further advice and guidance, please refer to the Teaching, Learning and Assessment pages on Pearson’s website or contact us via the Customer Support portal. We look forward to continuing to support you and your learners throughout this challenging time and wish you well for the coming year. DCL1 Public Approved By: Head of International Product Last updated 17 September 2021 2 SPORT Resources To help you with the delivery of a blended-learning programme, several resources are available. You can purchase digital Study Texts and Teacher Resource Packs from our website here to support you with the delivery of our Level 3 International qualifications (2021) . Additionally, there are free resources available here, that support the delivery of Level 3 (2010) QCF qualifications in some sectors. Note that to enter this page you will first need to accept the Terms and Conditions. Units with resources available will be marked according to the following key: * Study Text † Teacher Resource Pack ‡ QCF Guides DCL1 Public Approved By: Head of International Product Last updated 17 September 2021 3 SPORT Contents SPORT • Overview of impact on sector • Qualifications − BTEC International Level 3 [Qualification](2020) − BTEC Nationals Level 3 [Qualification](2010 QCF) − BTEC International Level 2 [Qualification](2014) DCL1 Public Approved By: Head of International Product Last updated 17 September 2021 4 SPORT Overview: Sport Adaptations to Assessments in 2021/2022 Please refer to the assessment section on the International BTEC Adaptations page for adaptations to assessmentsand qualifications for the 2021-2022 Academic Year. Please note that not all qualifications can or will be adapted, and it is important that you refer to the relevant adaptation guidance for 2021-2022. Some qualifications will not be adapted for one of the following reasons: • An adaptation would impact the reliability and validity of the qualification • The qualification is a licence to practice or primary purpose is progression to the workplace. Learner eligibility There are currently no plans to have these adaptations extend to learners who take assessments in 2022/23, regardless of when they are due to certificate. Adaptations are only available in this academic year, for assessment due to take place between 1 September 2021- 31 August 2022. Social Distance Working with participants/subjects – Some fitness or health monitoring tests may not be p

FAQs

What is the purpose of this blended learning guidance for BTEC International qualifications?

It provides guidance on adapting delivery of sector BTEC course content during the 2021–2022 academic year so learners can continue to benefit from the breadth of BTEC content through teaching and learning adaptations.

When are assessment adaptations available for 2021/2022?

Adaptations are available only in this academic year, for assessment due between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022.

Why might some qualifications not be adapted in 2021/2022?

Some qualifications cannot be adapted because adaptations would impact reliability and validity, or because the qualification is a licence to practice or its primary purpose is progression to the workplace.

Oct 20, 2026

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