Free BTEC Level 2 Sport Course in Exeter. Classes run at Exeter College Centre for Creative Industries, full-time during the day. This Pearson Edexcel level 2 btec sport qualification covers the knowledge and skills that underpin work and further study in sport and physical activity. The course runs for 468 hours in total. You'll explore topics such as fitness training, sports coaching, anatomy, and sports leadership. A level 2 btec sport course like this is a strong foundation for progression to Level 3 study or entry-level roles in sport and leisure.
Who this course is for
For Details about BTEC FIRST EXTENDED CERTIFICATE IN SPORT - LEVEL 2. Please see the College Website for details (https://www.exe-coll.ac.uk/1618/) or alternatively please call to speak to a college advisor
Entry requirements
See website for futher details
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of anatomy and physiology as they apply to sport and exercise.
You'll learn how to plan and deliver sports coaching sessions.
You'll study fitness training principles and how to apply them.
You'll explore sports leadership and how to organise sporting activities.
You'll build understanding of health, fitness, and lifestyle factors.
You'll learn how to assess fitness levels using standard testing methods.
How you will learn
This is a classroom-based, full-time course. Learning is assessed through a combination of internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll complete coursework, practical tasks, and written assessments throughout the year. There are no formal written exams for all units, but some units include an onscreen test set by Pearson.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Exeter College Centre for Creative Industries will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach, supporting beginners or junior athletes in a club setting
Fitness instructor, helping clients train in a gym or leisure centre
Leisure centre assistant, working across facilities and activities
Sports development officer, promoting participation in local communities
Personal trainer, once you hold further fitness qualifications
Teaching assistant (PE), supporting physical education in schools
What you could study next
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate or Diploma in Sport, the natural next step after this level 2 btec sport qualification, and a route into university sport courses.
Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training (Active IQ or CIMSPA-recognised), for those aiming toward fitness instruction.
A-levels alongside or after BTEC study, for broader university entry options.
