Level 2 Sport Foundation Years Course in Scarborough for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Gym Instructor Courses in Scarborough.

About this course

Free Level 2 Sport Course in Scarborough. Classes run at Scarborough Sixth Form College, full-time during the day. The course runs over one year and covers both practical and theoretical sport topics. You'll study units including participating in sport, anatomy and physiology, health, exercise and nutrition, and outdoor and adventurous activities. Assessment is 100% internal, with no exams. Instead, you build a portfolio through assignments, analytical reports, and presentations. This free sport course is a solid step toward Level 3 study or work in the sport and fitness sector.

Who this course is for

More details about studying Sport L2 at Scarborough Sixth Form College can be found on the S6F website, https://s6f.ac.uk/courses/sport-progression-year?category=progression-year. Our admissions team will be happy to answer any queries sent to [email protected]

Entry requirements

Please see the S6F Website for current entry requirements

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical sports skills through active participation and teamwork.
  • You'll study anatomy and physiology as they relate to sport and exercise.
  • You'll explore the links between health, exercise, and nutrition.
  • You'll take part in outdoor and adventurous activities.
  • You'll build a portfolio of work demonstrating your knowledge and skills.
  • You'll develop skills in analytical writing and presentations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of practical sessions and classroom-based study. The course is 100% internally assessed, so there are no exams. Each unit is completed through a series of assignments using different methods, including analytical reports and presentations. You'll build up a portfolio of work across the four units over the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Scarborough Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, working with teams or individuals at grassroots level
  • Fitness instructor, supporting clients in gyms or leisure centres
  • Sports development officer, promoting participation in local communities
  • Leisure centre assistant, supporting day-to-day facility operations
  • PE teaching assistant, supporting physical education in schools
  • Outdoor activities instructor, leading adventurous activity sessions

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport: the natural next step from this course, and the route many learners at Scarborough Sixth Form College take. It opens doors to university sport degrees and higher-level roles in coaching, fitness, and sports development.
  • Level 3 Personal Training Qualification: if you want to work as a personal trainer or fitness professional.
  • Level 2 Coaching Award (sport-specific): to qualify in a particular sport alongside your broader study.

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