Free BTEC Level 2 Creative Media Skills Course in Dartford

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

About this course

Free BTEC Level 2 Creative Media Skills Course in Dartford. Classes run at North Kent College Dartford, full-time during the day. This level 2 BTEC creative media skills qualification is designed with input from teachers and industry professionals. It covers two core areas: exploring and developing creative media skills, and personal development. The course takes one year and is built to support progression to Level 3 study or training. You'll gain an understanding of industry roles and current creative media practices.

Who this course is for

What Does This Qualification Cover?

This qualification has been designed in consultation with teachers and industry professionals to support progression to further study or training at Level 3. The content is tailored for Level 2 study and aligns with current industry practices, providing learners with essential skills and an understanding of industry roles and opportunities.

Learners will study two mandatory modules:

  • Exploring and Developing Creative Media Skills
  • Personal Development

What Could This Qualification Lead To?

Learners who complete this qualification may progress to further study at Level 3, such as the Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma in Creative Media Practice.

This qualification helps learners develop technical Creative Media skills through self-evaluation, practice, and review. In addition to industry-specific knowledge, learners gain transferable skills essential for further education, higher education, and employment, including communication, project planning, and creative problem-solving.

It also encourages learners to take ownership of their work, build confidence, and develop a sense of responsibility for their own learning and career choices.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore a range of creative media skills used in the industry today.
  • You'll develop practical techniques across creative media disciplines.
  • You'll study industry roles and the opportunities available in the creative media sector.
  • You'll build your personal development skills alongside your technical learning.
  • You'll gain an understanding of current industry practices and professional standards.

How you will learn

You'll study in the classroom at North Kent College Dartford, full-time over one year. The qualification includes two mandatory modules: Exploring and Developing Creative Media Skills, and Personal Development. Assessment is through coursework and practical tasks linked to each module. There are no formal written exams for this qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. North Kent College Dartford will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Media assistant, supporting production teams on creative projects.
  • Social media coordinator, creating content for brands and organisations.
  • Junior video editor, working on digital media and film projects.
  • Photography assistant, supporting shoots in commercial or editorial settings.
  • Graphic design assistant, helping produce visual content for print or digital.
  • Content creator, producing media across online platforms.

What you could study next

This qualification is designed to lead into Level 3 study. Options include a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production, which goes deeper into specialist areas such as film, photography, or digital media. A Level 3 qualification can then open routes into higher education or creative industry apprenticeships. Some learners also progress into a Level 3 in Graphic Design or Digital Marketing depending on their interests.