Modification History
The version details of this endorsed qualification are the table below. The latest information is at the top.
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Replaces and is equivalent to SIS30710 Certificate III in Sport Coaching. Qualification notes changed to better reflect scope of practice. Total number of units for completion the same, however:
New and updated unit codes and titles in core and electives. Imported units updated. Moved Group E and F (1 unit in each) to General electives and renamed remaining groups. New elective group added: Group I – Surfing. |
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
Not applicable.
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.
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Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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).
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Core units |
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HLTFA301C |
Apply first aid |
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SISSSCO101 |
Develop and update knowledge of coaching practices |
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SISSSCO202 |
Coach beginner or novice participants to develop fundamental motor skills |
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SISSSCO303 |
Plan and deliver coaching programs |
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SISSSCO304 |
Customise coaching for athletes with specific needs |
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SISSSDE201 |
Communicate effectively with others in a sport environment |
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SISXFAC207 |
Maintain sport, fitness and recreation equipment for activities |
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SISXRSK301A |
Undertake risk analysis of activities |
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SITXCOM401 |
Manage conflict |
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Electives (6) |
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Group A – Basketball |
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SISSBSB303A |
Teach intermediate level basketball skills |
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SISSBSB304A |
Teach intermediate level basketball tactics and game strategy |
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Group B – Competitive Canoeing |
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SISSCNO302A |
Teach the intermediate skills and tactics of flatwater canoeing |
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SISSCNO303A |
Teach the intermediate skills and tactics of whitewater canoeing |
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SISSCNO304A |
Teach the intermediate skills and tactics of canoe polo |
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Group C – Cricket |
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SISSCKT306A |
Teach the intermediate skills of cricket |
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SISSCKT307A |
Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of cricket |
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Group D – Equestrian |
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AHCHBR201A |
Monitor horse health and welfare |
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AHCHBR203A |
Provide daily care for horses |
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RGRPSH401A |
Relate anatomical and physiological features to the care and treatment of horses |
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SISOEQO304A |
Apply first aid for horses |
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SISSEQS303A |
Teach the fundamental skills of riding |
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Group E - Gymnastics |
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CHCYTH301E |
Work effectively with young people |
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SISSGYN302A |
Teach fundamental gymnastics skills for infants |
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Group F – Rugby League |
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SISSRGL307A |
Teach intermediate level Rugby League tactics and game strategy |
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SISSRGL308A |
Use advanced level tactics and game strategy in Rugby League play |
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Group G – Rugby Union |
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SISSRGU202A |
Perform foundation level Rugby Union tactics and strategies |
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SISSRGU308A |
Teach Rugby Union tactics and strategies at a foundation level |
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SISSRGU309A |
Teach Rugby Union skills at a foundation level |
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Group H – Squash |
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SISSSQU303A |
Teach the intermediate skills of squash |
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SISSSQU304A |
Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of squash |
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Group I – Surf Life Saving |
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SISSSUR303A |
Teach the intermediate skills of surf life saving |
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SISSSUR304A |
Officiate intermediate level surf life saving competitions |
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Group J – Surfing |
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SISOSRF202A |
Demonstrate basic surfing manoeuvres in controlled conditions |
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SISOSRF303A |
Perform intermediate level surfing manoeuvres |
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SISOSRF409A |
Instruct basic to intermediate surfing skills |
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Group K – Swimming |
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SISSSWM301A |
Teach the competitive strokes of swimming |
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SISSSWM302A |
Plan a program for a competitive swimmer |
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SISSSWM303A |
Teach the advanced skills of competitive swimming |
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Group L – Tennis |
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SISSTNS205 |
Interpret and apply the rules and regulations of tennis |
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SISSTNS307 |
Coach red stage tennis players |
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SISSTNS308 |
Coach orange stage tennis players |
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SISSTNS309 |
Coach green stage tennis players |
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Group M – Touch Football |
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SISSTOU303A |
Teach the intermediate skills of Touch |
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SISSTOU304A |
Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of Touch |
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Group N – Volleyball |
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SISSVOL301A |
Teach the intermediate skills of volleyball |
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SISSVOL302A |
Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of volleyball |
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General elective units |
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AHCHBR201A |
Monitor horse health and welfare |
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AHCHBR203A |
Provide daily care for horses |
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CHCIC301E |
Interact effectively with children |
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CHCYTH301E |
Work effectively with young people |
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ICAICT105A |
Operate spreadsheet applications |
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ICAICT106A |
Operate presentation packages |
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ICAICT203A |
Operate application software packages |
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ICAICT210A |
Operate database applications |
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ICPMM263C |
Access and use the Internet |
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RGRPSH401A |
Relate anatomical and physiological features to the care and treatment of horses |
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SISOEQO304A |
Apply first aid for horses |
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SISOYSB201A |
Demonstrate basic skills to sail a small boat in controlled conditions |
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SISOYSB302A |
Sail a small boat in light to moderate conditions |
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SISSBSB304A |
Teach intermediate level basketball tactics and game strategy |
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SISSCKT306A |
Teach the intermediate skills of cricket |
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SISSCKT307A |
Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of cricket |
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SISSCOP202A |
Develop a personal management plan |
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SISSEQS301A |
Demonstrate basic dressage, show jumping and cross-country riding |
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SISSEQS302A |
Demonstrate basic dressage and show horse skills |
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SISSEQS303A |
Teach the fundamental skills of riding |
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SISSGYN302A |
Teach fundamental gymnastics skills for infants |
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SISSMAR201A |
Teach the intermediate skills of martial arts |
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SISSRGL306A |
Teach intermediate level Rugby League game skills |
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SISSRGL307A |
Teach intermediate level Rugby League tactics and game strategy |
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SISSRGL308A |
Use advanced level tactics and game strategy in Rugby League play |
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SISSRGU308A |
Teach Rugby Union tactics and strategies at a foundation level |
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SISSRGU309A |
Teach Rugby Union skills at a foundation level |
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SISSSAI301A |
Teach the basic tactics and strategies of sailing |
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SISSSCO305 |
Implement selection policies |
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SISSSOF101 |
Develop and update officiating knowledge |
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SISSSOF202 |
Officiate games or competitions |
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SISSSOF203 |
Judge competitive situations |
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SISSSOF304 |
Roster officials |
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SISSSPA301A |
Coordinate regional touring athletes |
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SISSSPT302A |
Provide initial management of sports injuries |
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SISSSQU303A |
Teach the intermediate skills of squash |
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SISSSQU304A |
Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of squash |
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SISSSWM301A |
Teach the competitive strokes of swimming |
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SISSTOU303A |
Teach the intermediate skills of Touch |
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SISSTOU304A |
Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of Touch |
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SISSVOL301A |
Teach the intermediate skills of volleyball |
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SISSVOL302A |
Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of volleyball |
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SISXCAI303A |
Plan and conduct sport and recreation sessions |
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SISXCAI304A |
Plan and conduct sport and recreation programs |
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SISXEMR201A |
Respond to emergency situations |
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SISXIND409 |
Organise a sport, fitness or recreation event |
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SISXWHS101 |
Follow work health and safety policies |
