Sport First Extended Certificate Level 2
A Level
In Birmingham
Description
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Type
A Level
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Location
Birmingham
This course is designed to equip you with the necessary skills for a career within the Sports industry and will give you a range of skills and knowledge required for employment. You will participate in both theory and practical sessions. Units studied include fitness for sport and exercise, practical sports performance and carrying out a sports related project, as well as units in anatomy and physiology, psychology and nutrition and training for sports performance. You will learn about different aspects of the Sports industry, from how the body works to fitness training and the organisation and development of sport.
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Subjects
- Industry
- Coaching
- Fitness
Course programme
Entry Requirements
You will need 4 GCSEs at grade D, or 1-2 GCSEs at grade C, or a Level 1 sport qualification with Merit grade.
Delivery and Assessment
You will be assessed through coursework that will involve presentations, posters, reports and training plans. Two units are assessed externally by the exam board through an online test, don’t worry we will prepare you for the test through the use of mock tests and revision classes.
Progression
You can progress to a Level 3 Diploma in Sports, Development, Coaching & Fitness. You may look for employment in the sports industry looking at Leisure assistant posts or coaching. Others may look to use the course to apply for other sport related qualifications maybe in Fitness or Coaching.
Career Opportunities
- Sports Coaches
- Personal Trainers
- Fitness Instructors
- Gym Managers
- PE Teachers
Sport First Extended Certificate Level 2