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SPORT COACHING Level 2

  • Education
THIS ONE YEAR COURSE HELPS PREPARE STUDENTS PHYSICALLY, SOCIALLY AND ACADEMICALLY FOR EMPLOYMENT WITH A RANGE OF TRANSFERABLE SKILL IN READINESS FOR EMPLOYMENT AND FUTURE CAREERS WITHIN THE SPORTS COACHING INDUSTRY.

Connected with our sport coaching pathway, it allows students to continue to use their passion for sport in an environment that is related to sports coaching and increasing participation in physical activity. This course combines practical learning and industry experiences to prepare learner’s with the skills and knowledge alongside opportunities to directly engage with employers such as sports clubs, primary schools and coaching organisations.

 

All while continuing to participate in a high quality football or sport development environment with highly experienced coaches.

entry requirements

3 GCSEs at grades 3-9 ideally including English and Maths

Qualification

Level 2 Diploma in Sport Coaching

Duration

One year

Coursework

100% coursework and assessments

Linked To

Sports Coaching Pathway

Highly Qualified

Learn from & support

Industry Experiences

Practical Coaching

Analysis Technology

VEO, GPS Vest, Session Planner

Progression

Onto L3 qualification Apprenticeship or Employment

Coaching Quals

Support in achieving

COURSE OVERVIEW

Within the Level 2 Sports Coaching course you will learn the ways in which people participate in sport and physical activity, the benefits and barriers to participating in sport and methods to carry out safe and legal working practices.

As well as this you will understand the importance of being a role model and the different factors influencing sport and physical activity in the local community.

Finally, you will also be able to plan, deliver and review different activities and learn how to monitor and evaluate your performances through these practical learning opportunities. 

Working in the Sport and Active Leisure Industry 33 %
Roles and Responsibilities of a Community Activity Leader 17 %
Planning and Promoting Community Activities 17 %
Working as a Community Activity Leader 33 %

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

Each area of study will include key Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours involved within them, with learners given the opportunity to practice these throughout the week. Learners will experience a range of practical and classroom-based lessons, with all assignments assessed internally using various methods including written assignments, practical assignments, spoken assignments and project works.

 

SPORTS COACH LEVEL 2 PATHWAY MAIN AIM

The aim is to prepare students physically, socially, and academically for the next steps in their journeys into the world of sport. Upon completion, the course students can progress onto apprenticeships, direct employment or like many (96% progression rate) onto our Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sports Development & Coaching, which upon completion opens opportunities to move onto higher education or overseas sport scholarships.

Opportunities