Level 2 Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your schedule without travelling to a centre. Fees vary depending on your circumstances, so the course may be free for some learners. You'll gain a detailed understanding of health, wellbeing, exercise, and nutrition. The course typically takes one week to complete. To enrol, you'll need four GCSEs at grade D or 3 or above, a Level 1 vocational qualification, or a Level 1 English qualification. If you don't hold one of these, an initial assessment of your literacy may still allow you to join.
Who this course is for
Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about L2 Certificate in Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition (NCFE). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is X1EHN-L2CE-O-A1/1. We hope to see you at Lambeth College in the near future :)
Entry requirements
Visit our website at https://www.southbankcolleges.ac.uk, or give us a call on 020 7501 5000 for more information about L2 Certificate in Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition (NCFE). You can also visit us at our Clapham Centre: 45 Clapham Common South Side, London, SW4 9BL to speak to a course advisor, but it is best to book an appointment in advance. If you would like to enquire specifically about this course please quote the course reference number which is X1EHN-L2CE-O-A1/1. W...
What you will learn
You'll understand the key concepts of health and wellbeing.
You'll learn how nutrition supports exercise and physical performance.
You'll explore how to plan and improve a personal exercise programme.
You'll study the relationship between diet, lifestyle, and long-term health.
You'll develop knowledge of how the body responds to physical activity.
How you will learn
You study online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is based on written assignments and tasks that you complete and submit online. There are no exams to sit in a centre. South Bank Colleges will guide you through the requirements and confirm submission deadlines when you enrol.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Bank Colleges will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Gym receptionist: front-of-house role in a fitness facility
Fitness instructor assistant: supporting qualified instructors with classes
Health and wellbeing advisor: guiding individuals on lifestyle improvements
Nutrition advisor (entry level): advising on diet and healthy eating
Community health worker: promoting health in local settings
Personal trainer (trainee): working toward a full PT qualification
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training: the next step if you want to work as a qualified personal trainer.
Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training: a broader qualification covering gym instruction and client programming.
Level 3 Award in Nutrition and Health: deepens your nutrition knowledge for advisory or support roles.
Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Personal Training: for those already working in fitness who want to specialise further.
