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Level 2 Sport Course in Eastbourne

Cost�2000.00 You will be required to have appropriate clothing for practical sessions, some of which can be purchased through college. You will also be expected to attend a residential educational visit as part of the course. This will be covered by the fees
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Sport Course in Eastbourne. Classes run at East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus, full-time during the day.

The course runs over one year and covers a broad range of sport topics. Units include sports coaching, skills and tactics, strength and conditioning, participating in sport, outdoor and adventurous activities, and planning and delivering activity sessions. You'll also complete 30 hours of work experience during the year. You are expected to source your own placement.

You'll finish with an NCFE Diploma in Sport at Level 2.

Who this course is for

Units of study include: understanding business in sport; preparing to work in the sport and leisure industry; participating in sport; sports coaching; outdoor and adventurous activities; plan and set up an enterprising sport business; and plan, deliver and evaluate an activity session..

Entry requirements

Minimum four grade 3-9 at GCSE or successful completion of the Level 1 course, and English or maths at grade 3.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical sports coaching skills and techniques.
  • You'll explore skills, tactics and performance in sport.
  • You'll study strength and conditioning principles.
  • You'll learn how sport contributes to health, wellbeing and community development.
  • You'll plan, deliver and evaluate activity sessions.
  • You'll understand how businesses operate in the sport and leisure industry.
  • You'll gain experience through 30 hours of voluntary work placement.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and practical activity, making use of the sports facilities at Eastbourne Sports Park. Assessment is through assignments and practical tasks that apply your knowledge in sporting contexts. You'll also develop transferable skills such as communication, leadership and problem-solving through team-based and active learning.

What you will need to bring

You'll need appropriate clothing for practical sessions. Some items can be purchased through the college. The course fee also covers a compulsory residential educational visit. East Sussex College Eastbourne Campus 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.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise classes or gym sessions for clients.
  • Leisure centre assistant, supports activities and programmes at a leisure facility.
  • Community sport activator, promotes participation in sport and physical activity.
  • Sports development officer, works with organisations to grow sport in local communities.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, the natural next step for those wanting to go deeper into sports coaching or continue into higher education.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification, for those interested in working as a personal trainer or fitness professional.
  • Sports coaching apprenticeship, combining work and study to build practical experience in a paid role.
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