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Sport (Level 2 Traineeship)

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Course Overview

The Level 2 Traineeship in Sport is a programme designed to provide students with a qualification equivalent to at least 4 GCSEs. This traineeship offers an excellent foundation for those aspiring to further education or a career in the sports and leisure industry. In addition to an OCN Level 2 in Sport the Traineeship programme consists of an OCN in Transversal Skills, Essential skills as well as a work placement. You will be required to complete Essential Skills in Literacy and Numeracy if you do not have a GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths. You will have the opportunity to gain coaching skills and real-life industry experience. The learning experience combines written coursework and practical activities, you will begin to develop knowledge and skills required for progression to higher level sports courses or employment in the sports and leisure industry. You will study several units across the programme including Anatomy, Coaching Sport, Fitness for Sport, Fitness Testing, Community Engagement as well as outdoor activities such as orienteering and canoeing.
  • Start Date
    1 Sept 2026
  • Study Mode
    Full-Time
  • Duration
    1 Year
  • Campus
    Strand Road

Available Sessions

  • Course
    Campus
    Type
    Start Date
    Fees
  • Course: Open College Network NI (OCN NI) Level 2 Traineeship Sport
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Full Time
    Start Date: 01/09/2026
    Fees:
    -
  • Course: Open College Network NI (OCN NI) Level 2 Traineeship Sport
    Campus: Strand Road
    Type: Full Time
    Start Date: 01/09/2026
    Fees:
    -

Course Offering

  • Site location Strand Road

Course Modules

  • Outdoor adventures
  • Outdoor adventures
  • Fitness for Sport and Exercise
  • Fitness for Sport and Exercise
  • Lifestyle Improvement
  • Lifestyle Improvement
  • Plan and Deliver a Sports Activity Session
  • Plan and Deliver a Sports Activity Session
  • Using Technology in Sport
  • Using Technology in Sport
  • Sports Coaching
  • Sports Coaching
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Applied Fitness Testing
  • Applied Fitness Testing
  • OCN Level 2 in Transversal Skills
  • OCN Level 2 in Transversal Skills
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

4 GCSEs Grades A-G to include Maths Grade E and English Grade D as a minimum.

ROI Requirements

4 OLCs Grades O1-O8 to include Maths at O6 and English Grade O5 as a minimum.

Additional Requirements Prior to Entry

Attendance at Information Session

Work Placement

The Level 2 Traineeship in Sport has a compulsory work placement. Students will be required to complete at least 60hrs in a relevant work place e.g. Leisure Centre, Fitness centre.

What's Next?

Further Study

Successful students can progress to any of our Level 3 Sport programmes i.e. Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, Fitness and Personal Training, Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Sciences or L3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services. The course is an excellent progression pathway to our Level 3 programmes in Sport.

Career Prospects

Successful students who gain extra qualifications to the Level 2 in Sport may wish to progress to employment. These extra qualifications include coaching awards through the College’s Coach Education Programme and also the YMCA Level 2 Fitness Instructor and Level 3 Personal Trainer.

Enquiry

  • Image of Chelsea O’Kane (Art & Design)
    My course enabled me to explore so many different aspects of Art & Design that I would not have had the opportunity to do if I had followed the traditional A-Level route.
    Chelsea O’Kane (Art & Design)
  • Image of Anna Borland (Leadership & Management)
    I’m a Team Lead in the Operations department at Payscape and I completed this course as part of my professional development. I really enjoyed it, the online format made it easy to fit around work. The sessions were helpful and relevant to my role. I’d recommend it to anyone pursuing leadership and management qualifications.
    Anna Borland (Leadership & Management)
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