Certificate III in Sport Coaching
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply the skills and knowledge to undertake a role as a coach. Likely functions for someone with this qualification include observing the performance of sports participants to determine the required level of instruction, and planning, conducting and evaluating individualised and team based training programs. Those with this qualification would also supervise practice sessions and provide in competition assistance to participants.
Job Roles
The following is an indicative job role for this qualification:
- community coach.
Pathways Information
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislation, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification of the endorsement.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Employability Skills Summary
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills required by the sport industry for this qualification. The employability skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.
Employability skill Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication Communicating with athletes to determine and interpret their specific requirements; understanding verbal and written information on sport skills; providing clear verbal instructions to players when coaching; effectively using body language and demonstration to reinforce technique instruction; motivating players to enhance performance and provide competition support to athletes.
Initiative and enterprise Showing initiative and independence in delivering coaching sessions that meet or exceed player expectations; adjusting coaching techniques to differences in players, equipment and facilities; taking correct action and following established procedures on discovery of an actual or potential emergency or safety hazard; reflecting on own performance for improvement.
Learning Knowing the structure of coaching networks and sources of information within the sport industry; keeping well informed of updates and changes to sport policies, procedures and regulations; analysing new coaching strategies and tactics for applicability to own situation; accessing professional development opportunities to enhance coaching performance.
Planning and organisation Collecting and recording information to undertake the efficient planning and delivery of coaching activities; time management to schedule tasks to meet deadlines; allocating resources and equipment to enable the desired activities to be undertaken to meet competition or performance targets; following organisational policies and procedures to complete coaching tasks in an efficient manner.
Problem Solving Identifying and taking action to mitigate hazards and risks that may arise during coaching activities; responding to emergency situations within scope of responsibility; taking responsibility for seeking assistance from colleagues to resolve issues; recognising and adapting appropriately to age and skill differences; dealing with equipment breakdowns and facility availability and to manage contingencies; determining appropriate solutions to technique or skill problems.
Self-management Understanding and complying with the legal and ethical responsibilities that apply to own role as a sports coach; applying risk management strategies; acknowledging, discussing and acting upon feedback provided by senior coaches, players and sport personnel to improve own coaching performance.
Teamwork Working as a skilled team member; contributing to positive team dynamics and dealing appropriately with conflict; collaborating with other coaches and sport personnel to achieve agreed goals; recognising factors that may affect team harmony and assisting appropriately to avoid or overcome the identified interpersonal issues.
Technology Understanding and utilising the operating capability of equipment and software that assists in sport coaching; selecting, using and maintaining sport equipment according to manufacturer specifications and organisational policies and procedures.
Packaging Rules
15 units must be completed:
- 9 core units
- 6 elective units, consisting of:
- all the units in one of Groups A to N
- the remaining to make up the required 6 elective units from General electives or SIS10, and must be first packaged at AQF level 2, 3 or 4; up to 2 of these may be selected from any current accredited course or other Training Package, and must be first packaged at AQF level 3.
In all cases, selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).
Core
HLTAID003 Provide first aid
SISSSCO101 Develop and update knowledge of coaching practices
SISSSCO202 Coach beginner or novice participants to develop fundamental motor skills
SISSSCO303 Plan and deliver coaching programs
SISSSCO304 Customise coaching for athletes with specific needs
SISSSDE201 Communicate effectively with others in a sport environment
SISXFAC207 Maintain sport, fitness and recreation equipment for activities
SISXRSK301A Undertake risk analysis of activities
SITXCOM401 Manage conflict
Electives
Group A – Basketball
SISSBSB303A Teach intermediate level basketball skills
SISSBSB304A Teach intermediate level basketball tactics and game strategy
Group B – Competitive Canoeing
SISSCNO302A Teach the intermediate skills and tactics of flatwater canoeing
SISSCNO303A Teach the intermediate skills and tactics of whitewater canoeing
SISSCNO304A Teach the intermediate skills and tactics of canoe polo
Group C – Cricket
SISSCKT306A Teach the intermediate skills of cricket
SISSCKT307A Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of cricket
Group D – Equestrian
AHCHBR201A Monitor horse health and welfare
AHCHBR203A Provide daily care for horses
RGRPSH401A Relate anatomical and physiological features to the care and treatment of horses
SISOEQO304A Apply first aid for horses
SISSEQS303A Teach the fundamental skills of riding
Group E – Gymnastics
CHCYTH301E Work effectively with young people
SISSGYN302A Teach fundamental gymnastics skills for infants
Group F – Rugby League
SISSRGL307A Teach intermediate level Rugby League tactics and game strategy
SISSRGL308A Use advanced level tactics and game strategy in Rugby League play
Group G – Rugby Union
SISSRGU202A Perform foundation level Rugby Union tactics and strategies
SISSRGU308A Teach Rugby Union tactics and strategies at a foundation level
SISSRGU309A Teach Rugby Union skills at a foundation level
Group H – Squash
SISSSQU303A Teach the intermediate skills of squash
SISSSQU304A Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of squash
Group I – Surf Life Saving
SISSSUR303A Teach the intermediate skills of surf life saving
SISSSUR304A Officiate intermediate level surf life saving competitions
Group J – Surfing
SISOSRF202A Demonstrate basic surfing manoeuvres in controlled conditions
SISOSRF303A Perform intermediate level surfing manoeuvres
SISOSRF409A Instruct basic to intermediate surfing skills
Group K – Swimming
SISSSWM301A Teach the competitive strokes of swimming
SISSSWM302A Plan a program for a competitive swimmer
SISSSWM303A Teach the advanced skills of competitive swimming
Group L – Tennis
SISSTNS205 Interpret and apply the rules and regulations of tennis
SISSTNS307 Coach red stage tennis players
SISSTNS308 Coach orange stage tennis players
SISSTNS309 Coach green stage tennis players
Group M – Touch Football
SISSTOU303A Teach the intermediate skills of Touch
SISSTOU304A Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of Touch
Group N – Volleyball
SISSVOL301A Teach the intermediate skills of volleyball
SISSVOL302A Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of volleyball
General electives
AHCHBR201A Monitor horse health and welfare
AHCHBR203A Provide daily care for horses
CHCYTH301E Work effectively with young people
ICPDMT263 Access and use the Internet
ICTICT105 Operate spreadsheet applications
ICTICT106 Operate presentation packages
ICTICT203 Operate application software packages
ICTICT210 Operate database applications
RGRPSH401A Relate anatomical and physiological features to the care and treatment of horses
SISOEQO304A Apply first aid for horses
SISOYSB201A Demonstrate basic skills to sail a small boat in controlled conditions
SISOYSB302A Sail a small boat in light to moderate conditions
SISSBSB304A Teach intermediate level basketball tactics and game strategy
SISSCKT306A Teach the intermediate skills of cricket
SISSCKT307A Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of cricket
SISSCOP202A Develop a personal management plan
SISSEQS301A Demonstrate basic dressage, show jumping and cross-country riding
SISSEQS302A Demonstrate basic dressage and show horse skills
SISSEQS303A Teach the fundamental skills of riding
SISSGYN302A Teach fundamental gymnastics skills for infants
SISSMAR201A Teach the intermediate skills of martial arts
SISSRGL306A Teach intermediate level Rugby League game skills
SISSRGL307A Teach intermediate level Rugby League tactics and game strategy
SISSRGL308A Use advanced level tactics and game strategy in Rugby League play
SISSRGU308A Teach Rugby Union tactics and strategies at a foundation level
SISSRGU309A Teach Rugby Union skills at a foundation level
SISSSAI301A Teach the basic tactics and strategies of sailing
SISSSCO305 Implement selection policies
SISSSOF101 Develop and update officiating knowledge
SISSSOF202 Officiate games or competitions
SISSSOF203 Judge competitive situations
SISSSOF304 Roster officials
SISSSPA301A Coordinate regional touring athletes
SISSSPT302A Provide initial management of sports injuries
SISSSQU303A Teach the intermediate skills of squash
SISSSQU304A Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of squash
SISSSWM301A Teach the competitive strokes of swimming
SISSTOU303A Teach the intermediate skills of Touch
SISSTOU304A Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of Touch
SISSVOL301A Teach the intermediate skills of volleyball
SISSVOL302A Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of volleyball
SISXCAI303A Plan and conduct sport and recreation sessions
SISXCAI304A Plan and conduct sport and recreation programs
SISXEMR201A Respond to emergency situations
SISXIND409 Organise a sport, fitness or recreation event
SISXWHS101 Follow work health and safety policies