Free Level 2 Sport Course in Bradford – Wyke Community Sports Village

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Sport Course in Bradford. Classes run at Wyke Community Sports Village, full-time over one year.

The course covers the core skills of sports coaching, including how to plan and deliver sessions, develop sporting techniques, and analyse performance. You'll study units in participating in sport, sports coaching, and developing tactical awareness. The course is for learners aged 16 or over. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, ideally including English or Maths.

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

Who this course is for

The Diploma in Sport(Sports Coaching) is intended for learners aged 16 and over and provides the introductory skills to either start a career in sport or progress within employment in the sector. This qualification can also prepare learners for higher or further education and gives a good introduction to the sport vocation.

Entry requirements

Four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, where possible, one being in English or Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to plan and deliver sports coaching sessions.
  • You'll develop sporting skills and tactical awareness in your chosen sport.
  • You'll study how to analyse sporting performance.
  • You'll explore the principles of healthy exercise and physical activity.
  • You'll build practical coaching techniques you can use in a range of sports settings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a blend of classroom sessions and online study. The course includes practical coaching activities alongside written and knowledge-based work. You'll complete three mandatory units and four additional units, assessed through a combination of coursework and practical tasks.

What you will need to bring

Sports kit may be required for practical sessions. Wyke Community Sports Village will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, plans and delivers coaching sessions for a club or school.
  • Fitness instructor, leads exercise sessions in a gym or leisure centre.
  • Sports development officer, supports participation programmes in the community.
  • PE teaching assistant, supports physical education lessons in a school.
  • Leisure centre assistant, helps run activities and facilities at a sports venue.

What you could study next

  • NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity, the natural next step from this course, covering sport and coaching at a higher level.
  • Level 3 Personal Trainer qualification, for those aiming to work as a personal trainer in a gym or fitness setting.
  • Apprenticeship in sport or active leisure, combining paid work with further study in the sector.

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