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Sport Performance, Coaching & Fitness

Level 2 Diploma

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Sport Performance Coaching and Fitness - Level 2 SFY-SPAF2D/C01

Venue
South Downs Campus

Type of study
Vocational

Dates
(1 year)

Examination board
NCFE

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Overview

As a student, you will have opportunities to train with our College sports teams, including our mens football academy in partnership with Havant and Waterlooville FC.

The course will support and build coaching and leadership skills. You will have the opportunity to take part in practical sport, study different injuries, learn about how the body works, plan fitness training programmes, lead sports activities, run a sports event and take advantage of valuable work placements. You will also have the opportunity to enhance your skills in English Language and Mathematics.

Five GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English Language or Mathematics at grade 4. It is essential you have a keen and active role within sport, whether it be coaching, officiating or performing.

On this course, you will study the following units:
– Participating in Sport
– Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise
– Introduction to Healthy Exercise and Nutrition
– Sports Coaching
– Physical Fitness and Injuries in Sport
– Performance Analysis for Sport
– Psychology for Sports Performance
– Planning and Running a Sports Event
– Strength and Conditioning Training

The course will be taught in the classroom, through practical sessions and with the support of online delivery. Our practical facilities include an excellent gym, 4G astro, sports hall and sports laboratory. Our teaching team has a huge amount of experience as teachers, coaches and performers as well as great contacts within the industry to ensure the course is linked to job opportunities and will help you build a successful career in sport.

A variety of assessment methods will be used including presentations, group work assignments and practical observations. The course is challenging and all staff have high expectations of our students, so it is vital that you are able to meet deadlines promptly and enjoy a challenge.

This balanced programme offers opportunities to progress onto the Level 3 courses in Sports Coaching, Development and Fitness, Sports Science and Therapy, Personal Training, Football Performance and Coaching and CM Sports Coaching.


"I am delighted with my results and am really looking forward to studying Law at Oxford University. I really enjoyed my time at HSDC Alton and I really appreciate all the help and support from my fantastic teachers, without whom I wouldn't have got my place at Oxford."

Catherine Goldie, HSDC Alton A Level Student

I would say it’s a college that really balances academia with fun, there is lots of extra-curricular stuff that you can get involved in. It has a really good work/life balance.

Laura Hagedorn, A Level student

My courses were all especially interesting, I thoroughly enjoyed all of them. All of my lecturers were extremely knowledgeable and I have learnt a lot from them.

Lottie Warren, A Level student