Free BTEC Level 2 Sport Course in Coventry – Hereward College

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free BTEC Level 2 Sport Course in Coventry. Classes run at Hereward College, full-time during the day over two years. This course is funded through an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), with placement decisions made by your local authority. You'll study sport through a mix of practical work and coursework, building knowledge across key areas of the subject. The level 2 btec sport qualification is awarded by Pearson Edexcel. To join a Level 2 course at Hereward College, you'll typically need Level 1 vocational qualifications plus Level 1 Functional Skills or a GCSE grade 3 or above in maths and English.

Who this course is for

For students aged 16-24 with an EHC Plan

Entry requirements

For Level 2 courses, students should hold Level 1 vocational qualifications plus Level 1 Functional Skills or GCSE grade 3 or above in maths and English

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the principles of sport, fitness and physical activity.
  • You'll develop knowledge of how the body works during exercise and sport.
  • You'll learn how to plan and lead sporting activities safely.
  • You'll study the role of sport in health and wellbeing.
  • You'll build practical skills through hands-on sport and fitness activities.
  • You'll develop teamwork and communication skills in a sporting context.

How you will learn

The BTEC First Extended Certificate in Sport is assessed through a combination of coursework assignments and externally assessed units set by Pearson Edexcel. Classroom-based learning at Hereward College includes practical sessions alongside written tasks. Your work is assessed against set criteria throughout the course, so there is no single final exam for most units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hereward College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach assistant: support coaches in community or school settings.
  • Fitness instructor: lead group or individual exercise sessions.
  • Sports development officer: promote sport participation in local communities.
  • Leisure centre assistant: work in pools, gyms, or sports facilities.
  • PE teaching assistant: support physical education in schools.
  • Community sport activator: encourage activity in local groups and clubs.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport: a natural next step that opens doors to university sport courses or higher-level coaching roles.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Sport: if you want to move into a coaching or instruction role.
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English: useful alongside or after this course if you need to strengthen core skills for further study or employment.

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