Sport Level 2 - Women's Football Academy (25/26)
Course Overview
The Level 2 Certificate in Sport provides an in depth understanding of the sports industry. With industry specific skills being gained, students can expect to understand the skills required to work in a sports setting, whilst also having the opportunity to perform and be assessed practically. With a large range of units being covered, this prepares students fantastically to progress onto any of our Level 3 programmes upon completion.
The Bath City Football Academy programme is designed to offer young adults the opportunity to gain an academic qualification alongside developing as a footballer under the guidance of highly experienced UEFA B licence qualified coaches. The programme offers a range of pathways for those with passion and interest, to apply themselves whilst playing and learning. The course offers a range of exit routes including entry into university, scholarships, recruitment from professional clubs and full-time job placements.
Frequently asked questions
The Level 2 Certificate in Sport provides an in depth understanding of the sports industry. With industry specific skills being gained, students can expect to understand the skills required to work in a sports setting, whilst also having the opportunity to perform and be assessed practically. With a large range of units being covered, this prepares students fantastically to progress onto any of our Level 3 programmes upon completion.
The Bath City Football Academy programme is designed to offer young adults the opportunity to gain an academic qualification alongside developing as a footballer under the guidance of highly experienced UEFA B licence qualified coaches. The programme offers a range of pathways for those with passion and interest, to apply themselves whilst playing and learning. The course offers a range of exit routes including entry into university, scholarships, recruitment from professional clubs and full-time job placements.
Students will be required to have at least 4 grade 3's, including Maths and English.
There is an academy fee of 150 per academic year that students pay on enrolment, this is a contribution towards training kit, physio access, facilities and transport to training and games.
The aim of this course is to develop a learners knowledge and skills in a range of areas including the theoretical and practical elements of sports. Upon completion of our sports course, progression routes include employment opportunities, apprenticeships and further study. Alongside the main qualification, we also focus on developing personal skills and employability opportunities in a rich and diverse experience.
Units will be assessed in a variety of methods including practical, group work and exams to ensure all students needs are covered. This also allow for further development of core skills, and soft skills, required within the workplace, as well as replicating that of assessments at Level 3. The Football Academy typically consists of two training sessions, one Strength and Conditioning session and an opportunity to compete in both the English College League and the South West Counties league. All football academy students will also have access to Physiotherapy.
The Level 2 gives students the opportunity to progress onto either of our Level 3 courses upon completion for students to continue their development at Bath College. Outside of this, students can expect to have a good chance of being accepted onto an apprenticeship, or go straight into employment, using the skills gained from the course.