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Bradford College

Sports

Qualification Gained
NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Sport (Sports Coaching)
Study Level
Level 2
Course Type
School Leavers
Duration
1 year
Start Date
September 2024
Study Mode
Full-time
Location
Trinity Green Building

  Overview

This 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.

Alongside your Sport programme you will also be part of our Sport Development Academy. However, if you demonstrate the right commitment, motivation and skills, a place on our new and exciting Athlete Development Programme, that aims to develop key aspects of your Sports performance, will be achieved. For more information on this programme please see the enrichment tab below.

  Key Info

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:

  • You will have the opportunity to access free health and fitness development facilities at Bradford College.
  • Our lecturers all bring a wealth of experience,from a range of sporting and relevant industrial backgrounds.
  • Well established links with local, national and international providers allow for valuable experiences to be gained throughout the course.
  • Progress coaches and intervention officers support your journey to success through your programme of study.

Unit 1 – Participation in Sport

Unit 2 – Developing Skills and Tactical Awareness

Unit 3 – Sports Coaching

Unit 4 – Anatomy and Physiology

 

Entry to this course preferably requires GCSE English and GCSE Maths at a grade 3.

  • Previous studies in Sport or PE related subjects would also be beneficial.A genuine interest and passion for studying and participating in Sport and Physical activity.
  • A learners educational and employment background will always be considered on an individual basis when looking at suitability for entry to any of our programmes.

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:

  • Written assignments including reports, leaflets and posters
  • Practical activities and demonstrations.
  • Individual and Group Presentations

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:

  • NCFE Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Sports and Physical Activity (Sports and Exercise Science Pathway) (dependent upon GCSE English and Maths grades) where the focus and goal will be further development of knowledge and skills and achieving UCAS points to access Higher Education should you wish to progress beyond this.
  • Employment within the Sports Industry.

If you are selected to be part of this programme, that will run alongside your NCFE Sport Coaching study programme, you will benefit from sessions on 4 specific elements that aim to develop you as a sport performing athlete. This includes:-

1 – Sports Skills Development – Sports coaching on chosen multi-sports options including football, rugby, racket sports and netball. This will include both internal and external fixtures and Competitions. Skills sessions will be run by our qualified coaching staff, supported by with external club coaches including Bradford Bulls.

2 – Sports Performance Analysis – Using some of the best sports performance analysis systems and software learners can use own club, and college coaching session footage, to analyse and develop your own performance. Our planned state of the art sports performance lab will bring a new dimension to this element.

3 – Sports Strength and Conditioning – Each learner will have their own bespoke training programme created for them related to their chosen sport and development needs to further enhance their performance. This will be accessed via structured phone application and overseen by highly qualified staff in our modern, well-resourced fitness suite. Regular fitness progress testing and competitions will complete this element of your development programme.

4– Sports Recovery – This element will involve flexibility and mobility sessions, massage therapies, ice baths and use of steam room and saunas in our spa facility. Informative lifestyle and wellbeing sessions will also support knowledge of sport and exercise recovery.

If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact [email protected]

Disclaimer: Our prospectus, college documents and website are simply here to offer a guide. We accept no liability for any inaccurate statements and are not responsible for any negative outcomes if you rely on an inaccurate statement. We reserve the right to withdraw any programmes or service at any time.

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This course is delivered in partnership with
Action For Sport
Bradford Bulls