Free Level 2 Sport Course in Ashton-under-Lyne. Classes run at Tameside College, full-time during the day.
You'll study for one year and build a portfolio of coaching and activity sessions. The course covers anatomy and physiology, planning sessions, delivering activities, and evaluating performance. You'll develop the practical skills needed for sport and activity leadership. Entry requires four GCSEs at grade D or above, including Maths or English, plus an interview and a DBS check.
You'll finish with an NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Sport.
This is a full-time study programme where you will build a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your ability to plan, deliver and evaluate coaching and activity sessions. This course is for learners who want to start a career in sport and physical activity. It is an ideal qualification for learners intending to progress directly to employment in sport and activity leadership, progress onto Level 3 Sport or go on to an apprenticeship.
Modules you will complete include: Anatomy and Physiology-how the body works and why it responds to physical activity the way it does, Physical fitness and Injuries- why it is important as sports professionals to understand the importance of fitness and how to prevent and also treat injuries that may occur, Healthy Exercise and Nutrition-why it is important to put the correct fuel in the body in order to perform and to understand the suitability of exercise for different groups of people, as well as Planning, Delivering and Evaluating sports coaching, activity sessions and sports events.
You will learn through hands-on practical scenarios, and in the real world of sport and exercise. You will be encouraged to gain coaching experience across a range of sports and undertake work experience within the Sport sector. You will wear a college Sports kit for all lessons and assessments.
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