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Free Level 2 Sport Course in Chichester

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Sport Course in Chichester. Classes run at Chichester College, full-time during the day.

The course focuses heavily on sports coaching, with a strong emphasis on football. You'll mix practical sessions with theory, work in local schools, and build your coaching knowledge and leadership skills. The course takes one year to complete.

You'll need two GCSEs at grade 4 or above to join. You'll finish with an NCFE Diploma in Sport at Level 2.

Who this course is for

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Entry requirements

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What you will learn

  • You'll develop sports coaching skills, with a focus on football.
  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver coaching sessions.
  • You'll build leadership skills in a sporting context.
  • You'll gain experience working with young people in local schools.
  • You'll study the theory behind high-quality sports coaching.
  • You'll improve your understanding of coaching practices and performance.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of practical coaching sessions and classroom-based theory. A large part of the course takes place in real community settings, including local schools. Assessment is through a combination of practical observation and written work.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for clubs or schools.
  • Football coach, works with youth or adult teams in a community setting.
  • Fitness instructor, leads group or individual exercise sessions.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education in a school.
  • Community sports worker, promotes sport and activity in local areas.
  • Sports development officer, helps grow participation in sport.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Sport or Sport Science, the natural next step for those wanting to deepen their coaching knowledge.
  • Active IQ Level 3 Fitness Instructor Qualification, for those moving toward a career in fitness.
  • Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Football, a specialist route for those focused on football coaching.
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