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Sport and Fitness

Sport Leadership and Coaching Level 2

If you are passionate about working in sports coaching and playing sport, this course will equip you with the nessessary skills and knowledge needed to work and further your study in the industry.
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  • Attendance - Full-time
  • Duration - 1 year
  • Start Date - September - June
  • Where - Huddersfield Centre
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This course is a great choice and an excellent stepping stone if you are enthusiastic about a career in sports coaching and leadership. It is also ideal for preparing learners for progression to Level 3 course of study. This course is dedicated to skill development and preparation for next steps.
During the course you will develop technical ability of coaching sports, advance your tactical awareness of different sports, whilst acquiring core skills, behaviours and attributes to be a successful leader. Additionally, you will learn the principles of planning and exploit your organisation competences by delivering successful activities and sporting events.
On this course, you will be encouraged to participate in a wide variety of sport, sports coaching and leadership scenarios. We have excellent links with local sports facilities, schools and sports teams to maximise your practical application and experience. You will get to enjoy learning and playing sport in a fun and friendly environment learning from experienced highly qualified coaches and tutors.
We encourage our students to further their own development by accessing and undertaking extra qualifications in coaching, leadership and first aid. Alongside your course, you can combine learning and playing by joining one of our sports academies for football and rugby league in partnership with Huddersfield Giants.
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A minimum of 4 GCSEs with the following grades: English at 3 or above and maths at 2 or above and 2 other GCSEs at 3 or above including PE or a sports background and interest. If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
You will be assessed through discussions, group presentations, written assessments, practical demonstrations, fitness tests, group activities and observations.
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A sports qualification allows students to progress into a range of careers including sports coach, sports development officer, sport activator, sport co-ordinator, teacher or leisure assistant.

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