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BTEC Level 2 Sport Course in Hastings

Cost�2000.00 Our Sport uniform costs �140
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 2 Sport Course in Hastings. Classes run at East Sussex College Hastings Station Plaza Campus, full-time over one year.

You'll study anatomy and physiology, practical sports, and sports coaching. Learning takes place in the classroom and in a fully equipped gym. You'll explore fitness components, sports performance, lifestyle and wellbeing, and sports psychology. To join, you'll need at least four GCSEs at grade 3 to 9, including English or maths at grade 3. Or you can apply with a completed Level 1 sport course.

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

Who this course is for

During this practical Level 2 course, you will study topics including anatomy and physiology, practical sports, and sports coaching to prepare you for progression onto our advanced-level programmes. You will start to gain all the skills and behaviours you need for a successful career in the sports industry.

Entry requirements

Minimum four grade 3-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 1 course, and English or maths at grade 3.

What you will learn

  • You'll study anatomy and physiology and how the body works in sport.
  • You'll develop practical skills across a range of sports.
  • You'll learn the principles of sports coaching.
  • You'll explore the components of fitness and how to improve performance.
  • You'll examine how lifestyle and wellbeing affect personal fitness.
  • You'll study sports psychology and how the mind influences performance.

How you will learn

You'll learn in the classroom and in a fully equipped gym. Teaching combines theory sessions with practical activity. Assessment is through assignments and practical observations.

What you will need to bring

A sport uniform is required. East Sussex College Hastings Station Plaza Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Fitness instructor, plans and leads exercise sessions for clients.
  • Sports coach, trains individuals or teams in a chosen sport.
  • Gym instructor, supports members on the gym floor.
  • Personal trainer, designs fitness programmes for individual clients.
  • Youth sport worker, delivers sport and activity sessions for young people.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, the next step for a broad sport career.
  • Level 3 Sports Coaching, for those focused on coaching roles.
  • Level 3 Personal Training, leads toward work as a personal trainer.
  • Level 3 Sports Massage, for a career in sport therapy.
  • Level 3 Outdoor Adventurous Activities, for outdoor education and leadership roles.
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