Modification History
The version details of this endorsed qualification are the table below. The latest information is at the top.
Release |
Comments |
2 |
Imported elective units updated from the following training packages:
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1 |
Replaces and is equivalent to SIS50610 Diploma of Sport Development New unit SISXWHS402 Implement and monitor work health and safety policies has been added to the core, and the unit SISXOHS402A Implement and monitor occupational health and safety policies has been deleted. The following units have been re-coded in the core due to renaming of Coaching General Principles (CGP) to Sport Coaching (SCO):
New and updated units added to General electives. |
Description
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual intending to pursue a career in sport development. Occupational outcomes for this qualification can vary from managing competitions, sports venues and facilities and identifying and developing athletes. Work at this level would be undertaken with a high degree of autonomy.
Job roles
The following are indicative job roles for this qualification:
- competition manager
- program developer
- talent development manager
- sport development manager.
Pathways Information
This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway, however is not suitable for School Based Traineeships/Apprenticeships.
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.
Employability skill |
Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
Communication |
Communicating with stakeholder groups to identify specific needs; liaising with volunteers, program and competition staff; preparing accurate records or reports on competitions or program outcomes; clarifying instructions to participants and other staff in clinics, competitions or talent development programs; effectively using body language and demonstration to reinforce technique instruction to athletes. |
Teamwork |
Providing leadership to a group of volunteers; monitoring performance and providing assistance where necessary; providing guidance to officials, facility and sport personnel to achieve agreed goals; promoting compliance with legal obligations; recognising factors that may cause interpersonal relationship problems and assisting appropriately to avoid or overcome the identified problems; acknowledging accountability to sport management and other sport or facility stakeholders. |
Problem Solving |
Managing organisational risks; clarifying the extent of, and resolving problems through negotiating with stakeholders in a sensitive and culturally appropriate manner; dealing with equipment breakdowns, lack of officials, weather issues or facility unavailability; planning, strategy and resource allocation to design and deliver sport development or talent identification programs and competitions. |
Initiative and enterprise |
Responding to change and demonstrating leadership in change management; identifying clear priorities for action; actively engaging with sport stakeholders to build relationships; seeking and acting on feedback from colleagues and clients to improve service delivery; monitoring activities and programs for emerging risks. |
Planning and organisation |
Collecting, recording and analysing information to provide efficient planning for sport development programs and competitions; managing multiple tasks and resources simultaneously to coordinate staff and volunteer work activities to meet deadlines; setting of priorities for preparing fixtures and scheduling competitions; leading processes which contribute to the establishment of key directions for the organisation; implementing selection policies; developing and monitoring occupational health and safety policies. |
Self-management |
Understanding and complying with the legal and ethical responsibilities that apply to own role within sports development and operating autonomously within limits of authority; critically reviewing own strengths and weaknesses; assessing feedback on own performance and determining strategies for improvement; building sport networks to regularly update knowledge and skills. |
Learning |
Identifying and accessing sources of research on sport development; contributing to a learning environment through openly sharing knowledge and experiences; identifying and accessing internal and external professional development opportunities; updating knowledge and skills to accommodate changes in sport development and competition management. |
Technology |
Understanding and utilising the operating capability of computer systems and software for sport programming and competition management; assessing new technologies for suitability for own situation; using information technology to assist in communication and support management and planning functions. |
Packaging Rules
20 units must be completed:
- 11 core units
- 9 elective units, which may be selected from the electives in this qualification or from units which are first packaged at AQF level 4, or 5 within SIS10; up to 4 elective units may be selected from any current accredited course or other Training Package, and must be units which are first packaged at AQF level 5.
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 units |
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BSBADM502B |
Manage meetings |
ICAICT308A |
Use advanced features of computer applications |
SISSSCO306 |
Provide drugs in sport information |
SISSSCO307 |
Provide nutrition information to athletes |
SISSSCO308 |
Support athletes to adopt principles of sports psychology |
SISXCAI306A |
Facilitate groups |
SISXCCS403A |
Determine needs of client populations |
SISXIND404A |
Promote compliance with laws and legal principles |
SISXIND406A |
Manage projects |
SISXRSK502A |
Manage organisational risks |
SISXWHS402 |
Implement and monitor work health and safety policies |
General elective units |
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AHCHBR306A |
Prevent and treat equine injury and disease |
BSBFIM501 |
Manage budgets and financial plans |
BSBMGT517 |
Manage operational plan |
BSBMKG501 |
Identify and evaluate marketing opportunities |
BSBMKG502 |
Establish and adjust the marketing mix |
BSBMKG514 |
Implement and monitor marketing activities |
BSBSUS501 |
Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability |
CUAWHS501 |
Maintain a high level of fitness for performance |
FNSACC502 |
Prepare tax documentation for individuals |
FNSACC503 |
Manage budgets and forecasts |
FNSACC504 |
Prepare financial reports for corporate entities |
FNSACC505 |
Establish and maintain accounting information systems |
FNSACC506 |
Implement and maintain internal control procedures |
SISOEQO408A |
Determine nutritional requirements for horses |
SISOEQO515A |
Manage stable maintenance |
SISSAFL406A |
Teach the intermediate skills of Australian Football |
SISSAFL407A |
Teach the intermediate tactics of Australian Football |
SISSCNO407A |
Teach the advanced skills and tactics of slalom canoeing |
SISSSCO101 |
Develop and update knowledge of coaching practices |
SISSSCO303 |
Plan and deliver coaching programs |
SISSSCO304 |
Customise coaching for athletes with specific needs |
SISSSCO305 |
Implement selection policies |
SISSSCO409 |
Work collaboratively with support personnel |
SISSSCO410 |
Implement a talent identification program |
SISSSCO411 |
Apply self-management to intermediate level coaching |
SISSSCO512 |
Assist athletes to prevent and manage injury and illness |
SISSSCO513 |
Plan and implement high performance training and recovery programs |
SISSSDE502 |
Design and implement strategies to increase participation |
SISSSDE503 |
Develop volunteer management policies |
SISSSOF101 |
Develop and update officiating knowledge |
SISSSOF304 |
Roster officials |
SISSSOF305 |
Officiate in a high performance environment |
SISSSOF306 |
Apply self-management to enhance high performance officiating |
SISSSOF307 |
Coach officials |
SISSSPA505A |
Coordinate team or group management |
SISSSPA506A |
Coordinate team or group administration |
SISXFAC404A |
Coordinate facility and equipment acquisition and maintenance |
SISXFAC506A |
Manage stock supply and purchase |
SISXIND402 |
Analyse legal knowledge for organisation governance |
SISXIND507A |
Manage education initiatives |
SISXRES403A |
Use resources efficiently |
SITXEVT505 |
Manage on-site event operations |
SITXEVT602 |
Develop event concepts |
SITXEVT603 |
Determine event feasibility |
SITXGLC501 |
Research and comply with regulatory requirements |
SITXHRM402 |
Lead and manage people |
SITXMGT501 |
Establish and conduct business relationships |
SITXMPR501 |
Obtain and manage sponsorship |