Sport (Sports Coaching) - Level 2 - Dartford

North Kent College

Oakfield Lane, DARTFORD, DA1 2JT

National Diploma (BTEC)

Level 2

Available start dates

Tuesday, 08 September 2026

North Kent College Dartford

1 Year(s)

Full time

Not applicable

Application Instructions

Applications Open - 26th September 2025

Applications Close - 14th August 2026 for application forms - please visit www.northkent.ac.uk if applying after this date for GCSE Open Events and Open Enrolment Dates.

How to Apply - Apply through Careers East Sussex

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

Course Summary

This NCFE Level 2 Diploma in Sport (Sports Coaching) provides a good entry point for students wishing to enter the world of sport and its associated industries. This course also offers access to the NKC Football Academy for Boy’s and Girl’s teams. Students wishing to improve their football skills and performance will access 3 training sessions per week and football fixtures on Wednesdays in the U19 KSFA League and National Football Youth League.

Course Details

The Level 2 course consists of 7 units, all of which are taught in both a practical and theoretical context. * Developing Sporting Skills & Tactical Awareness * Development of Personal Fitness through Training * Introduction to Healthy Exercise & Nutrition * Lifestyle & the Sports Performer * Participating in Sport * Planning & Running Sports Events * Sports Coaching

How will it be delivered and assessed?

A wide variety of assessments will be used. This NCFE programme will use continuous assessment rather than examinations and you will be able to track your performance as you work towards your targets and goals.

Entry requirements

At least 4 grade 3's or above. These must include Maths and/or English: or Level 1 Diploma in Sport.

Your next steps...

Level 3 Diploma in Sport; Employment

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