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BTEC Level 2 Sport Course in Worcester

Cost£1,700.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 2 Sport Course in Worcester. Classes run at Heart of Worcestershire College, full-time during the day.

The course takes one year and covers sporting skills, knowledge, and a range of careers in sport and leisure. You'll also develop your English and Maths alongside your sport studies. A minimum of 30 hours of work experience is part of the course. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English and Maths, plus a reference and interview.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC First Certificate in Sport.

Who this course is for

A one year preparatory course aimed at 16-19 year old learners who wish to progress onto the L3 Extended Diploma in Sport., , Our First Certificate in Sport, Level 2, gives you the opportunity to your improve your sporting skills and knowledge. This hands-on course introduces you to a range of topics related to a wide range of careers in sports and leisure., , Alongside this students will continue to develop their English and Maths skills and will be expected to undertake a minimum of 30 hours’

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs (A*-D) or (Grade 3 and above) including English and maths. Entry will be subject to a satisfactory reference and interview. You will need to demonstrate a genuine interest in physical education and all types of sport, and be keen to learn new skills., , Entry decisions will be discretionary at interview. Students will continually be assessed through probation period to ensure they are on the correct level.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical sporting skills across a range of activities.
  • You'll explore careers in sport, leisure, and fitness.
  • You'll study the principles of coaching and sports performance.
  • You'll build your English and Maths skills alongside your sport studies.
  • You'll complete at least 30 hours of work experience or voluntary work in the industry.
  • You'll gain hands-on experience using sport and fitness facilities.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical sport activities. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course, with coursework and practical tasks forming the main methods. You'll also complete a work placement to develop real industry experience. Entry decisions are made at interview, and you'll be assessed during a probation period to confirm the course is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a pen, a pad of paper, folders, and sports kit for lessons. Heart of Worcestershire College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise sessions in gyms or leisure centres.
  • Sports coach, trains individuals or teams in a chosen sport.
  • Gym instructor, supports members with equipment and fitness programmes.
  • Leisure centre assistant, works across facilities in a sport and fitness setting.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport within communities.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, the natural next step and the qualification this course is designed to prepare you for.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training, if you want to move into one-to-one fitness coaching.
  • Level 3 NVQ in Sport and Active Leisure, a work-based route for those already in the industry.
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