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Level 2 Sport Course in Birmingham – Longbridge Campus

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Sport Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Longbridge Campus, full-time during the day. Fees vary depending on your circumstances, so contact the campus directly for details.

The course covers sport science, coaching principles, fitness training, and health and well-being. You'll also study anatomy, physiology, and practical sport skills. It runs over one year. To start, you'll need maths and English skills at Level 1. This might be four GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, a Level 1 BTEC in Sport, or an equivalent Level 1 qualification.

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

Who this course is for

Are you a recent school-leaver looking to kick-start a career in the sports and fitness industry? This one-year Level 2 qualification is a great choice whether you would like to progress into employment or further study. This course provides a great stepping stone to our Level 3 sports programmes. Previous students starting at Level 2 Sport have progressed through Level 3 and are succeeding at Level 5 on our Foundation Degree.

Entry requirements

You will need to show that you have maths and English skills at Level 1 before starting a Level 2 course. This might be four GCSEs at Grade 3 (D) or above, a Level 1 BTEC in Sport or an equivalent Level 1 qualification.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of anatomy and physiology as they apply to sport.
  • You'll learn the principles of coaching and how to plan sessions.
  • You'll study fitness training methods and how to apply them safely.
  • You'll explore health, well-being, and lifestyle factors in sport.
  • You'll develop practical skills across a range of sports and physical activities.
  • You'll learn how to support and motivate participants in a sporting context.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical activities, and sport-based tasks. Assessment is a mix of assignments, practical observations, and coursework. There are no formal written exams. Your progress is assessed throughout the year rather than in a single end-of-course test.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Longbridge Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers sessions for clubs or community groups.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise classes or gym-floor sessions.
  • Community sport development officer, promotes sport participation locally.
  • Sports centre assistant, supports day-to-day operations at a leisure facility.
  • Personal trainer assistant, supports qualified trainers with client sessions.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Sport, the natural next step and a route toward higher study in sport and fitness.
  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, a broader qualification that can lead to a Foundation Degree or university entry.
  • Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification, if you want to specialise in gym-based fitness work.
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