Free Level 2 Sports Course in Birmingham – Queen Alexandra College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Sport Course in Birmingham. Classes run full-time at Queen Alexandra College, five days a week during the day. The course runs for one year and is designed for students with disabilities and learning difficulties. It forms part of a wider study programme that includes therapies and specialist support. You'll build knowledge across a range of sport topics through your sport classes, working toward a recognised sport qualification. Funding is provided through an Education, Health and Care plan and Local Authority referral.

Who this course is for

Suitable for students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties. A qualification at the previous level is usually required but not essential

Entry requirements

High Needs Students with EHC plan and referral through Local Authority OR apply directly to college to apply for initial assessment. This will form part of a wider study programme which will include therapies and specialist support for LLDD

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the principles of sport, fitness and physical activity.
  • You'll develop knowledge of health and wellbeing in a sporting context.
  • You'll study how sport organisations and coaching work in practice.
  • You'll learn about safe participation and risk in sport environments.
  • You'll build understanding of how to support others in sport and physical activity settings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Queen Alexandra College, supported by specialist staff and therapies as part of your wider study programme. Assessment is through coursework and assignments set by OCR. Your progress will be supported throughout the year with input tailored to your individual needs and your Education, Health and Care plan.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports assistant, supporting coaches and activity sessions
  • Leisure centre assistant, helping members and maintaining facilities
  • Community sport activator, encouraging participation in local sport
  • Fitness facility assistant, supporting day-to-day gym or pool operations
  • Sports coaching assistant, working alongside qualified coaches

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Cambridge Technical in Sport (OCR) - a natural next step if you want to go deeper into sport science, coaching, or management.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 qualifications in Health and Social Care - useful if your interests move toward supporting people in community or care settings.
  • Functional Skills English and Maths at Level 1 or Level 2 - often studied alongside or after this programme to strengthen your options.

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