Find a course with a strong emphasis on physical fitness, leadership, and community engagement at EKC Broadstairs College.
Sport and Public Services
School Leavers
Full-Time Courses
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Why study with us?
Access our facilities
Make the most of our on-site Sports facilities, including a spacious sports hall, equipped with a variety of exercise machines and sport games.
You will often have the chance to train at Margate Football Club, with exclusive access to the facility.
Training from industry professionals
Elevate your fitness journey with us, and discover a world of fitness amenities in a welcoming atmosphere.
Our team are here to help you in the classroom and on the field, providing essential support.
Work placements in the community
Our students get to undertake a variety of work placements with local companies, including football clubs, leisure centres and local schools and fitness groups.
These enable students to put their leadership skills to the test with a range of different activities and opportunities.
Great progression routes
All of our courses are designed to help you progress into higher education or your chosen career.
Former students of EKC Broadstairs College have progressed into careers in Personal Training, Football, Leisure centres and more.
Specialism for Junior College
The Junior College takes applications from learners who are currently in Year 9 at school, or equivalent if home-schooled, and are interested in pursuing a career in the Catering and Hospitality or Sports industries.
Students who choose to specialise in Sport also study GCSE Maths and English and more.
Read more in our “What is Junior College?” blog.
Hear from our students
In this video, five of our Level 3 Sports Coaching students spoke to us about their experiences while training at Margate Football Club.
Work placements are an important part of the course that give our students experience and confidence in the field.
Staff Spotlight – Salim, Sports Lecturer
24 June 2024
Salim Usman is one of our Sports lecturers who will help you achieve your full potential. Read more about his journey into teaching.
How you apply for a course at EKC Broadstairs College
Step 1 – Find a subject you’re interested in
Explore our range of Sports and Public Services courses here at EKC Broadstairs College.
Step 2 – Apply
Apply on our website and application portal for the subject area you want to study.
Step 3 – Come to an interview
For Sports and Public Services students, come along to an interview/applicant day, where your skills will be tested to see which course is right for you.
Career prospects
Example:
Sports Coach
£
£36,920
Annual pay
Annual pay is per year, based on full-time employment and on the South East region.
Role description
Sports coaches, instructors and officials work with amateur and professional sportsmen and women to enhance performance, encourage greater participation in sport, supervise recreational activities such as canoeing and mountaineering, and organise and officiate at sporting events according to established rules.
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“My confidence was probably quite low before I started this course, but since I’ve joined, it’s gotten so high because you get so much experience actually in the workplaces.
“I would say it’s really good for anyone that wants to do it.”
Ethan
Level 3 Sport Development and Coaching
“I sometimes observe the other coaches, and I learn from them, like the coaching points they’re giving and how they’re teaching them.
“It makes me a lot more confident when I’m coaching because I’ve learned something from a coach that’s higher above me.”
Beth
Level 3 Sport Development and Coaching
“The staff are great. You can message them on Teams if you’ve got a question.
“If you need any help with planning, they’re always there to help. They’ll give you tips of behaviour management and how you can improve your session to make it better.”
Sam
Level 3 Sport Development and Coaching
We’re part of six community-based colleges
