Free Level 2 Sport Course in Gillingham. Classes run at Soccer Elite Football Academy, full-time during the day. This free sport course runs over 12 months and covers the skills, knowledge and attitudes that employers in sport and active leisure look for. There are no specific entry requirements, so you can start without prior qualifications in the subject. You'll develop practical and professional skills that support work in sport and related sectors.
Who this course is for
Anyone who needs to develop skills to enter or move on to in the world of work or lead a more independent life. It gives you the chance to build your confidence and motivation as well as developing the important skills, qualities and attitudes which are wanted by all employers.
Entry requirements
No specific entry requirements.
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills used in sport and active leisure settings.
You'll learn how to plan and support sporting activities.
You'll build the professional attitudes and behaviours employers value.
You'll understand health, safety and wellbeing in sport environments.
You'll explore how sport organisations and teams operate.
You'll develop communication and teamwork skills relevant to sport roles.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Soccer Elite Football Academy. You'll be assessed through a combination of coursework, practical tasks, and portfolio evidence gathered over the 12-month course. Assessment is ongoing rather than through a single exam, so your progress is tracked throughout the year.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Soccer Elite Football Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sports coach assistant. Support coaches in delivering sessions.
Leisure centre assistant. Help run activities at gyms and leisure facilities.
Community sport activator. Encourage participation in local sport programmes.
Sports administrator. Handle bookings, communications and event logistics.
Fitness instructor assistant. Support qualified instructors in group or gym settings.
PE teaching assistant. Assist teachers with physical education in schools.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Sport. Goes deeper into coaching, leadership and sport science.
Level 2 or Level 3 Coaching Award (sport-specific). Many national governing bodies offer awards in football, athletics, and other sports.
Apprenticeship in Community Activator Coaching or Leisure Operations. Earn while you train in a sport or leisure role.
Level 3 Personal Training Qualification. Opens routes into fitness instruction and gym work.
