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Free Level 2 NVQ Activity Leadership Course in Manchester

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyFIRST
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About this course

Free Level 2 NVQ Activity Leadership Course in Manchester. Classes run at The Manchester College Openshaw Campus, full-time during the day. This practical nvq activity leadership course takes one year to complete. You'll develop the skills to plan, lead and evaluate activity sessions in sports, community and school settings. The course covers session preparation, equipment setup, creating safe environments, and working with young people. You'll also build the leadership and coaching knowledge that employers in leisure and sport look for.

Who this course is for

If you’ve got a passion for coaching others and would like to develop your skills further to lead sports sessions or outdoor activities, this NVQ Level 2 in Activity Leadership is a great place to start, as you’ll find out exactly what makes a good coach.

You’ll be learning a number of essential coaching skills in this practical course, including how to prepare for a session and then lead it effectively, how to set up equipment correctly and ensure there’s a safe environment, and how to look after children in your care and teach them the skills they need to succeed.

As part of this course, you’ll get to work with highly-qualified staff who have great links to professional sports clubs. As you develop the teamwork, leadership and coaching skills that will help you to secure a successful career, you’ll also get to learn all the about the sports industry, with expert advice from guest speakers and visits to top sports clubs and venues.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to plan and prepare activity sessions for different groups.
  • You'll develop skills to lead sessions safely and effectively.
  • You'll learn how to set up and check equipment before a session.
  • You'll understand how to create and maintain a safe environment for participants.
  • You'll build skills to support and coach young people in sport and leisure settings.
  • You'll learn about ethical coaching practice and your responsibilities to participants.
  • You'll develop teamwork and communication skills used in activity leadership roles.

How you will learn

This is a practical, classroom-based course. You'll learn through hands-on activity sessions, working with local primary schools and sports settings. Assessment is competence-based, meaning you'll be observed leading real sessions and assessed on what you can do. You'll also build a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your skills and knowledge throughout the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Manchester College Openshaw Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Activity leader, running sport and leisure sessions in community settings
  • Sports coach assistant, supporting qualified coaches in clubs or schools
  • School sport coordinator, organising physical activity programmes in schools
  • Leisure centre assistant, leading activities for members of all ages
  • Youth worker, using sport and activity to engage young people
  • Holiday activity camp leader, planning and delivering activity programmes

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Activity Leadership: the next step for those wanting to take on more responsibility and lead others.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Sport: builds specialist coaching skills for a specific sport or activity.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure: broadens your knowledge for supervisory roles in leisure management.
  • UKCC Level 2 Coaching Award (sport-specific): recognised by national governing bodies for coaching in a particular sport.
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