TAFE Queensland
2 terms
Gain practical coaching skills and work towards an assistant coaching role in community sports. This entry-level qualification teaches you how to conduct coaching sessions, manage equipment, and support activity planning in sports clubs and organisations.
You must be a Year 11 or 12 student enrolled at a participating high school (Year 10 students may be considered in some instances). The duration of your TAFE at School course cannot be longer than your remaining high school studies. You will complete a Skills Check assessment in English, Maths, and Digital Technology with recommended benchmark levels of 2 in each. You should have access to appropriate general fitness attire and enclosed shoes. Speak to your high school guidance counsellor or careers advisor for more information.
Core units include: Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) - skills and knowledge to provide first aid response in various settings; Work Safely (SIRXWHS001) - organisational policies and procedures for safe work practice; Work in a Community Coaching Role (SISSSCO002) - meeting legal, ethical and job responsibilities as a community coach. Elective units cover: Organise Personal Work Priorities, Maintain Personal Wellbeing as an Athlete, Participate in Conditioning for Sport, Conduct Sport Coaching Sessions with Foundation Level Participants, Assist with Activity Sessions, Respond to Emergency Situations, Maintain Sport Fitness and Recreation Facilities, and Provide Hire Equipment for Activities. Students complete all core units and 4 elective units.
TAFE Queensland delivers job-ready training through passionate industry experts with years of experience in sports and fitness. Strong industry partnerships ensure graduates have all skills needed to work immediately. The provider offers quality pathways to further education, allowing students to progress to diploma courses and beyond. TAFE at School provides valuable credits towards QCE, apprenticeships, diplomas or university while gaining practical experience in an adult-learning environment.
Successful completion qualifies you to work or volunteer in assistant coaching roles at community-based sports clubs and organisations. Career pathways include positions as Assistant Coach, Community Sports Coordinator, or Fitness Instructor. Further study options at TAFE Queensland include diploma courses in sport and fitness, opening more employment opportunities in the sports industry. The qualification provides direct entry into any TAFE Queensland diploma course.
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