Summary

This Level 2 Diploma in Sports Coaching has been specifically designed to give individuals a broad understanding of Sports Studies, whilst providing in depth knowledge into the importance of sport and exercise in modern society. This year-long course has also been tailored to give learners the best opportunity to progress onto our Level 3 Sports programmes or gain employment in the sporting industry.

This is a full-time course.

What units will I study?

The Level 2 programme is made up of units, that are a mix of theory and practical work. This course has a total of 8 units that will cover some of the topics below:

• Anatomy and Physiology
• Strength and Conditioning
• Fitness Training
• Sports Coaching

How do the Sports Academies work alongside this course?

Learners are able to access Sports Academies whilst studying at SGS College on a full-time course. Your academic studies and academy training work as a partnership, and as such, are never timetabled at the same time. This allows you to continue your development within your selected sporting discipline, whilst studying in an academic area that interests you. For example, a learner may have lectures on a Monday morning and then Academy training at WISE on a Monday afternoon.

How will I know how I am doing?

Learners are given regular feedback to support their understanding of the subject’s topic areas, whilst also receiving feedback to aid the continued development of their numeracy and literacy skills.

What do I need to join?

Applicants will hold three GCSEs at grade 3, including either English or maths. The applicant may also hold a GCSE in physical education, although this is not essential.

How will I learn?

This Level 2 course is based at our dynamic and exciting WISE Campus, located within easy reach of the city of Bristol and moments away from Bristol Parkway and Filton Abbey Wood train stations. This programme is 100% course work based. We assess learners using a number of different methods, allowing learners to enhance these types of skills holistically throughout the course. The types of assessment methods range from writing reports and creating posters, through to delivering practical sessions and formal presentations.

Maths & English

English and maths qualifications will be a part of this course package. Learners will have English and maths lectures embedded into their timetable to support their academic development over the programme’s duration.

Employability

Possible careers and salaries include: Assistant Sports Coach - £18,000 to £23,000 depending upon experience and qualifications held Leisure Centre Assistant - £13,000 to £26,000 depending upon experience and qualifications held Assistant Groundsperson - £17,000 to £22,000 depending upon experience Average yearly salary data taken from the National Careers Services website

Work Experience

Every learner at SGS College is tasked with achieving a number of work experience hours during the academic year. We suggest the learner starts to consider their work experience placement at the earliest opportunity.

The work experience element of the course is imperative as it provides the learner with vital insight into possible roles within the industry. Each of our courses has a high amount of employer engagement, with the aim to expose the learner to possible destinations once the qualification has been completed. Is it these experiences and engagements that allow our learners to develop holistically and to become industry ready.

What can I do next?

A high majority of our learner’s progress onto our Level 3 Sport programmes, or other available Level 3 courses at SGS College. Following the successful completion of this qualification, learners could also apply for L3 apprenticeships in the related field. English and maths achievement will also play a part in gaining access to these qualifications. Employment options after achievement include coaching roles and customer facing roles in the industry. Learners may also consider starting specific coaching qualifications with National Governing Bodies upon completion of this course.