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Free BTEC Level 2 Sport Course in Brighton

CostFREE
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

Free BTEC First Award in Sport Course in Brighton. Classes run at Varndean College, full-time during the day.

The course covers health and fitness, practical sport, fitness training, sports leadership, anatomy and physiology, and the psychology of sport. You'll also study lifestyle and wellbeing and learn how to plan and run a sports event. It runs for one year and counts as two Foundation Level subjects within your study programme.

You'll need at least four GCSEs at Grade 3, including English, with at least one at Grade 4 or above. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Award in Sport.

Who this course is for

If you are passionate about sport, physical activity, health or fitness then this is the subject for you.

We offer a broad range of courses encompassing areas of study from sport science, psychology and social issues, to sports coaching, leadership and fitness.

Students who do not meet the entry for an advanced programme can elect to study Sport at Level 2, this qualification comprises part of the Foundation Level study programme and includes study of a range of topics from health and fitness, sports leadership, fitness training and practical sport.

This course runs for one year and works as a pathway onto a Level 3 programme. Students can re-sit their Maths, if necessary, alongside this programme.

Entry requirements

Standard Foundation Level entry requirements

What you will learn

  • You'll explore health, fitness, and wellbeing principles.
  • You'll develop practical sport and performance skills.
  • You'll study fitness training methods and how to apply them.
  • You'll learn how to lead and coach in a sport setting.
  • You'll understand anatomy and physiology relevant to sport.
  • You'll examine the psychology behind sports performance.
  • You'll plan and run a sports event from start to finish.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based with full-time daytime attendance. Learning is assessed through assignments and practical tasks rather than written exams. You'll complete units covering topics such as fitness, leadership, anatomy, and sports psychology, building a portfolio of work across the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Varndean College 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.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports activities at a gym or sports facility.
  • Sports development officer, promotes participation in sport locally.
  • Personal trainer, designs fitness programmes for individual clients.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC National in Sport, the natural next step from this qualification and a route into higher education or sport careers.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, a broader qualification for those aiming for university or a professional sport role.
  • Level 2 Fitness Instructor Qualification, for those wanting to move directly into a gym or leisure centre role.
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