Level 3 Diploma in Sports Development and Coaching

Applications open - Monday 2 November 2026

Applications close - Open all year

How to apply - Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide.

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

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Broadstairs College.

Application Limits - You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

• EKC Ashford College
• EKC Broadstairs College*
• EKC Canterbury College*
• EKC Dover College
• EKC Folkestone College*
• EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

Turn your passion for sport into a future career. If you see yourself coaching, improving performance or working in the sport and fitness industry, this course can help you take that next step. Build advanced skills through a mix of theory and practical training, developing your understanding of how the body works, how athletes perform and how the industry operates. The sport and physical activity sector continues to grow, with increasing focus on health, wellbeing and performance. This two-year course prepares you to progress into higher education, apprenticeships or careers where you can make a real impact.

Take your skills further as you explore sport from both a performance and industry perspective. You’ll combine practical training with in-depth theory, developing a strong understanding of what it takes to succeed in the sector. Break down how the body works through anatomy and physiology, understanding how movement, training and recovery impact performance. You’ll learn how to use this knowledge to improve both your own fitness and the performance of others. Step into leadership roles as you plan and deliver coaching sessions, developing your ability to lead, motivate and support different individuals and teams. You’ll refine your coaching style while learning how to adapt sessions to meet different needs and abilities. Explore the psychological side of sport, understanding how mindset, motivation and pressure affect performance. You’ll also look at current issues in sport and how the industry continues to evolve. You’ll also gain insight into the wider sport and leisure industry, including business, employment and career pathways, helping you to understand where your skills can take you. You will develop skills in: • Anatomy and physiology • Sports leadership and coaching • Fitness training and programme design • Sports psychology and motivation • Current issues in sport • Working in sport, leisure and business environments Throughout the course, you’ll continue to build your coaching and leadership experience while developing key employability skills, helping you stand out and progress with confidence. -------------------------------------------- "My lecturers are very supportive and I now love sports that I didn’t really enjoy before I came to College. The course has taught me how to be a great team player and a well-rounded confident individual." - Toby

You will be assessed through multiple projects that will build your skills. You will complete group projects, presentations and written assignments, whilst also showcasing the skills you’ve learnt within practical activities. Your performance and leadership skills will also be observed and evaluated during practical tasks and exercises. This approach allows you to demonstrate both your knowledge and your ability to apply it in realistic scenarios, helping you prepare for the demands of the health and fitness sector.

To study at Level 3, you will need an average entry score of 5.0 from your best 6 GCSE subjects, including English and Maths. This study programme is designed to help you move quickly toward advanced jobs, higher education, or apprenticeship opportunities if you know what you want to do next and meet the entry requirements needed for success. You should also be motivated, willing to take part in practical sessions and ready to develop both your physical and personal skills.

By the end of your course, you’ll be ready to take your next step into the sports or coaching industries or continue your studies. This course opens the door to a wide range of creative pathways, including: • Sports coaching • Fitness instructing • Personal training • Sports development • Leisure and recreation • Health and wellbeing You can progress onto higher education, apprenticeships or specialist sports courses, using the skills you’ve mastered to stand out and secure your place in a competitive and exciting industry.