Qualification Gained: Northern Council for Further Education Certificate in Sport
Study LevelLevel 2 Course TypeSchool Leavers Duration1 Academic Year Start DateSeptember 2026 Study ModeFull-time LocationTrinity GreenThis NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Sports Coaching will provide a great introduction to the sport vocation and also the introductory skills to start a career in sport coaching / employment in the sport sector. This qualification can also prepare learners for progression to further and higher education programmes.
During this program of study, you will participate in and learn to deliver coaching sessions, develop individual skills and tactical awareness and understand the importance of participating in sport and physical activity. Additionally, you will look in to the structure and function of the human body and the systems within it and how they respond to exercise.
Learning is delivered through both theory and practical based sessions. Further learning will be carried out on work experience, from visiting guest speakers and on day visits and residential opportunities.
You will also be expected to take responsibility for independent study outside of your timetable, as directed by your tutors, using our Virtual Learning Environment platforms.
Benefits of studying with us:
Unit 1 – Participation in Sport – This unit enables learners to develop their practical skills in sports through organising and participating in sports activities. Learners will work with others to plan a sports activity, participate in a sports activity, and evaluate their own performance and the performance of others following the activity. The unit is underpinned by learners gaining the required knowledge and understanding of sports rules and regulations.
Unit 2 – Developing Skills and Tactical Awareness – This unit provides learners with the opportunity to develop their understanding of technical and tactical skills for a sport of their choice. There is an opportunity for learners to assess and analyse their own technical and tactical skills, along with the analysis of a professional sportsperson. Through analysis of their own performance, learners will develop a plan to improve their sports performance.
Unit 3 – Sports Coaching - This unit allows learners to develop their understanding of the roles and responsibilities of a sports coach, considering personal skills, coaching and communication techniques. Learners will have the opportunity to plan, deliver, and evaluate their own coaching sessions within a sport/activity of their choice.
Unit 4 – Anatomy and Physiology - This unit will provide learners with an understanding of anatomy and physiology in the context of exercise. Learners will develop their knowledge of the structure and function of the body and how exercise impacts it. A range of learning outcomes cover the skeletal, muscular, respiratory, cardiovascular, nervous and energy systems.
Entry to this course requires GCSE English at grade 3 and GCSE Maths at a grade 2.
All 4 units on the course are internally assessed and externally quality assured.
Some ways in which you can be assessed on the programme include:
As part of your Programme of Study it is expected you will cover up to 30 hours work experience on the course.
This will include specific placement in sport related roles. Our work placement officers will discuss your preferences with you and try to arrange suitable opportunities for you.
Successful completion of this course can lead to progression to:
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Course information code: PA000142
