This Level 2 Sport study programme is designed for students who must focus on achieving their GCSE English and Maths grades.
Students will study a Sport programme which supplements the delivery of GCSE and Functional Skills. They will also have the opportunity to achieve technical qualifications such as SL2 and First Aid and to gain valuable careers opportunities through work placements.
A Sports programme covering the core concepts will prepare you for studying the subject at Level 3.
You will need to have the majority of GCSEs graded at level 4-2 and to have competency in English and maths to help with the theoretical aspects of the programme. Students will be studying either a combination of GCSE resits or GCSE and Functional Skills depending on their prior achievements.
You should be able to demonstrate high standards of discipline, punctuality and attendance. It is essential that each student works to the deadlines set or they may face changes to, or withdrawal from, their study programme.
Practical sessions are compulsory, so students must also be physically able to take part in both indoor and outdoor sessions, and ensure good personal hygiene.
The course will also include a work placement and tutorials.
Maths and English will be assessed through a controlled assessment or final exam.
You will build a portfolio based around evidence generated by the various assessment methods in each unit. Students are expected to work on multiple assessments at any one time. You can expect to be assessed through:
If you also join one of our sports academies, you may be required to purchase an academy-specific uniform which is an additional cost set by that academy.
Derby College offer sport, health and leisure facilities for public use. This includes fitness centre, sports hall and outdoor pitch hire plus lots more. Located at Broomfield Hall, Johnson Building and Mackworth.
Ever since school, Katy Morten had set her heart on becoming a personal trainer.
By the age of just 21, she had already achieved her career goal – thanks to a sport apprenticeship programme run by Derbyshire Dales District Council in partnership with Derby College.
Having secured a full-time job as an instructor at Bakewell Swimming Pool, Katy particularly enjoys helping people to reach their goals – whether it be weight loss or training for a particular sporting event.
I knew I could get nationally recognised qualifications more quickly on an apprenticeship – and having lots of work experience in the industry under my belt would stand me in good stead when looking for employment. Plus, who could argue with being paid to learn?
There’s a real feel-good factor to my job – just knowing you have helped someone improve their lifestyle and become happier with themselves.