BTEC Level 2 First Certificate in Sport

To get on this course you are required to have 4 GCSEs at grades 9 – 3, (A*- D), including English and/or Maths and preferably P.E.
Alternatively, you should have a BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure with Level 1 Functional Skills English and maths
You must have an interest and choose from one of the following academies on your application: Athletics; Basketball; Football; Tennis; Boxing or Leadership.
It would be ideal that you have previous experience playing competitive sport however, not necessary to secure a placement on the course.

Please apply online (via the green button) and the College will contact you shortly. You will also need to register for and attend a sports trial with your chosen specialist sports academy (trials and academies are detailed on our Sports webpages).

You will study a wide range of sport related subjects, including: Anatomy & Physiology; Practical sports performance; Running a sports event; Leading sports activities; Fitness for sport and exercise; employability skills.
You will have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience as part of the curriculum.
As part of your full-time study programme you will also be required to attend training with your chosen academy.

Assessments will take place throughout the course including: 2 exams (external assessment); practical assessments; written assignments; presentations and workbooks.

On successful completion of this course, you will achieve a BTEC Level 2 First Certificate in Sport (NQF).

Any extra costs will be advised at interview.

This course prepares you for the BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Sport (NQF)