Sports Coaching NCFE Diploma
at South & City College Birmingham, Birmingham · college
What the college says
Are you a recent school-leaver looking to kick-start a career in the sports and fitness industry? This one-year Level 2 qualification is a great choice whether you would like to progress into employment or further study. This course provides a great stepping stone to our Level 3 sports programmes. Previous students starting at Level 2 Sport have progressed through Level 3 and are succeeding at Level 5 on our Foundation Degree.
What you need to get on
You will need to show that you have maths and English skills at Level 1 before starting a Level 2 course. This might be four GCSEs at Grade 3 (D) or above, a Level 1 BTEC in Sport or an equivalent Level 1 qualification.
How you are assessed
Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Longbridge Campus
South and City College Birmingham 1 Longbridge Lane, Northfield, B31 2AJ
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Cole Bank Road Hall Green, Birmingham, B28 8ES
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Northfield
- 7 September 2026 · Birmingham
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