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Level 2 Health and Fitness Course in Merton for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

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About this course

Free Level 2 Health and Fitness Course in Merton. Classes run at Raynes Park High School, full-time during the day.

The course covers health and wellbeing, physical education, nutrition, and the science behind fitness. You'll study two units over one year, exploring how the body works and how lifestyle affects health. Assessment includes a non-exam project and a written exam, both set by NCFE.

You'll finish with an NCFE Level 2 Technical Award in Health and Fitness.

Who this course is for

Sport is a multi-million-pound industry which covers a wide range of employment opportunities including performance, nutrition, media, marketing, fitness and much more. At RPHS Sixth form, students have the opportunity to study a Level 2 qualification in Health and Fitness, serving as a platform for progress to the Level 3 qualification in the next year of study. Within this one-year course, students will study two units covering aspects of Sport and Physical Education such as Health and Wellbeing, Physical Preparation, Equality, Inclusion and Diversity and leading Sport/Physical Activity sessions.

Entry requirements

Open to all students

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the relationship between physical activity and health and wellbeing.
  • You'll study the principles of nutrition and how diet affects performance.
  • You'll learn how the body responds to exercise and physical demands.
  • You'll develop knowledge of the health and fitness industry and its career opportunities.
  • You'll complete a project-based unit applying your knowledge to real scenarios.
  • You'll prepare for a written exam covering key health and fitness concepts.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons and project-based work. The course has two assessments set by NCFE: one non-exam assessment and one written exam. You have one attempt at each assessment. No previous knowledge of sport or fitness is required to start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Raynes Park High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Fitness instructor, leads group or one-to-one exercise sessions.
  • Gym assistant, supports members and maintains equipment.
  • Sports coach, trains individuals or teams in a chosen sport.
  • Personal trainer, designs fitness programmes for clients.
  • Leisure centre assistant, works across facilities including pools and gyms.
  • Sports administrator, handles bookings, events, and club operations.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Technical Extended Certificate in Sport, the natural next step for those wanting to go deeper into sport science or physical education.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training, for those aiming to work directly with clients in gyms or leisure centres.
  • A-Level Physical Education, for those considering a university route in sport, health, or exercise science.
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