Sports Leaders UK – Level 2 Award in Community Sports Leadership

Why study this course

The Level 2 Award in Community Sports Leadership is a nationally recognised qualification that enables successful candidates to independently lead small groups of people in sport and recreational activities.

The qualification teaches generic leadership skills such as organisation, planning, communication and teamwork through the medium of sport. It is a fun and practical qualification with no entrance requirements or final examinations to sit.

Assessment criteria
It is possible to take each of the learning outcomes and break them down further into assessment criteria. We can think of the assessment criteria as what the candidate will be expected to achieve, in order to demonstrate that the learning outcome has been met.

Where will the course take me?

Many students will be able to continue to the level 2 CYQ Fitness Instructors, or Coaching skills at level 1 or 2. Alternatively you will be able to seek employment in the sports industry.

Course content and structure

Contribute to organising and delivering a sports activity session

Establish and maintain a safe sporting activity

Understanding the structure of sport and recreation at local, regional, and national level

Understand and lead fitness sessions

Demonstrate principles and practice in running sporting events and competitions

Demonstrate principles and practice in adapting sports activities

Plan a series of appropriate sporting activities

Demonstrate leadership skills in the community

Unit 8 requires a minimum 10 hours of leadership to be completed by the candidate away from the centre

Desirable Interests

• Fitness Instructing
• Coaching
• Leadership

Coursework and examinations

You will be required to complete worksheets and assessments for all 3 units.

Entry requirements

Must be over 16

You should have studied at least to Level 1 in literacy and have a real interest for leading group activities.

Selection

By personal interview .

Teaching Methods

Any practical work is in the gym and tutorials are classroom based

More information and how to apply

Contact Admissions Centre for more information and to apply.