Certificate II in Sport Coaching

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in assisting senior coaches in the planning and implementation of instruction for a range of sports. Work may be undertaken as part of a team and would be performed under supervision. Learners wishing to undertake this qualification should be current or past participants in the respective sport specialisation chosen as part of this a qualification.

Job roles

The following is an indicative job role for this qualification:

assistant coach

junior coach


Subjects

13 units must be completed:

6 core units

7 elective units, consisting of:

all the units in one of Groups A to K

the remaining to make up the required 7 elective units from General electives; up to 2 of these remaining units may be selected elsewhere SIS10 or any current accredited course or other Training Package, and must be first packaged at AQF level 2 or 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 (6)

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Organise and complete daily work activities

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Apply first aid

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Apply legal and ethical coaching practices

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Assist in preparing and conducting sport and recreation sessions

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Work effectively in sport and recreation environments

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Follow occupational and health and safety policies

Electives (7)

Group A - Athletics

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Teach the fundamental skills of athletics

Group B - Basketball

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Teach fundamental basketball skills

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Teach fundamental basketball tactics and game strategy

Group C - Equestrian

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Handle horses

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Demonstrate basic horse riding skills

Group D - Gymnastics Coach

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Teach fundamental gymnastic skills

Group E - Martial Arts

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Teach the intermediate skills of martial arts

Group F - Netball

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Teach foundation netball skills

Group G - Rugby League

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Teach the skills of Rugby League for modified games

Group H - Squash

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Teach the fundamental skills of squash

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Teach the basic tactics and strategies of squash

Group I - Surf Life Saving

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Teach the basic skills of surf life saving

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Officiate beginner level surf life saving competition

Group J - Tennis

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Assist in conducting tennis activities for beginner players

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Interpret and apply the rules of tennis

Group K - Tenpin Bowling

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Teach fundamental tenpin bowling skills

General electives

Athletics

add topic SISSATH201A

Teach the fundamental skills of athletics

Basketball

add topic SISSBSB201A

Teach fundamental basketball skills

add topic SISSBSB202A

Teach fundamental basketball tactics and game strategy

Coaching General Principles

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Reflect on professional coaching role and practice

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Coach junior players to develop fundamental perceptual motor skills

Gymnastics

add topic SISSGYN201A

Teach fundamental gymnastic skills

Martial Arts

add topic SISSMAR201A

Teach the intermediate skills of martial arts

Netball

add topic SISSNTB204A

Teach foundation netball skills

Rugby League

add topic SISSRGL204A

Teach the skills of Rugby League for modified games

Rugby Union

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Officiate junior level Rugby Union

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Officiate local or district level Rugby Union

Sports Trainer

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Implement sports injury prevention

Squash

add topic SISSSQU201A

Teach the fundamental skills of squash

add topic SISSSQU202A

Teach the basic tactics and strategies of squash

Surf Life Saving

add topic SISSSUR201A

Teach the basic skills of surf life saving

Tennis

add topic SISSTNS201A

Assist in conducting tennis activities for beginner players

Ten Pin Bowling

add topic SISSTPB201A

Teach fundamental tenpin bowling skills

Cross Sector - Facility Management

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Maintain sport and recreation facilities

Imported

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Operate a word processing application

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Operate a spreadsheet application

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Operate a database application

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Operate a presentation package

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Operate computing packages

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Access and use the Internet


Pathways...

    This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway and for VET in Schools delivery.


Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.


Licensing Information

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of endorsement.


Employability Skills

QUALIFICATION 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 packaging options.

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

Communicating with senior coaches to determine and interpret their specific requirements; understanding verbal and written information on sport skills; interpreting and carrying out verbal instructions from senior coaches; providing clear verbal instructions to players when teaching basic sports skills.

Teamwork

Working as a skilled team member, receiving instructions and understanding own role in assisting in planning and implementing coaching activities; supporting other team members to provide quality sport experiences for players.

Problem-solving

Identifying 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 delays and equipment breakdowns; determining appropriate solutions to problems.

Initiative and enterprise

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.

Planning and organising

Collecting and recording information to assist senior coaches with the efficient planning and delivery of coaching activities; recognising team priorities and scheduling own work activities to meet deadlines; following organisation policies and procedures to complete coaching tasks in an efficient manner.

Self-management

Understanding and complying with the legal and ethical responsibilities that apply to own role as a sports coach; applying basic safety practices and procedures; seeking and acting on feedback from colleagues and clients to improve own coaching performance.

Learning

Knowing the structure of organisations and sources of information within the sport industry; keeping well informed of updates and changes to sport policies, procedures and regulations; accessing professional development opportunities to strengthen own skill base and sharing information with colleagues.

Technology

Understanding the operating capability of equipment and software that assists in sport coaching; safely using and maintaining sport equipment according to manufacturer's specifications and organisation policies and procedures.