Level 2 Qualification in Community Sports Leadership
Level 2 Qualification (5 credits)
Subject Presentation
Sports Leaders @AHS.mp4Why study Sports Leadership?
The qualification provides many opportunities for learning and development. It is a nationally recognised qualification at Level 2 and, as a Vocationally Related Qualification (VRQ), it focuses on the application, rather than the accumulation of knowledge.
Entry requirements
You need enthusiasm to lead others and an interest in sport and activity. It is a fun and practical qualification with no entrance requirements or final examinations to sit.
Special features of the course
You will benefit from:
• learning to lead others
• increased confidence in leading groups
• enhanced self-esteem
• improved communication and organisational skills
• experience of working as part of a team
• delivering sports/activity sessions to the local community
• further education or training opportunities in sport
The qualification is practically based and you will have the opportunity to work with local primary schools, children with severe learning difficulties, run sports festivals and lead House activities at AHS.
Costs
You will need sports kit for lessons
Where can I find out more?
Speak to Mrs Arber or Mrs Carpenter (you can email Mrs Carpenter on kcarpenter@ahs.bucks.sch.uk)
How is the course organised?
The Level 2 Qualification in Community Sports Leadership consists of four units of work which all need to be completed:
1. Building leadership skills
2. Plan, lead and evaluate sport/activity sessions
3. Assist in planning and leading a sports/physical activity event
4. Lead sport/physical activity sessions in the community
Total qualification time, including leadership hours, will take approximately 50 hours.
Assessment
Students will be provided with an easy to use Learner Evidence Record (LER) for this qualification. The LER is mandatory and uses the following assessments:
Practical observation
Questioning of underpinning knowledge via worksheets
Plans and evaluations completed during the course
In order for students to achieve the Qualification they must complete demonstration of leadership, towards the end of the course.
Time Commitment
1 taught hour per week.
Leadership at events during the year.