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SIS20321 / SIS30421

Certificate II in Sport Coaching / Certificate III in Sport - Athlete

Dual award

Get a head start on your sports career with this entry-level qualification. Gain the practical skills you need to work in community-based sports clubs and organisations or as athlete. 

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Gold Coast
WAYS TO STUDY TAFE at School
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WHAT YOU'LL PAY
TAFE at School Subsidised Fee

A government initiative covering some or all of course fees for eligible High School students also studying at TAFE. Learn more

$3,080
TAFE at School Full Fee

This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE.

$5,100

Course overview

Start your journey towards a successful sports career with this entry-level qualification. Gain the hands-on expertise necessary to lead coaching sessions within local sports clubs and organisations or compete as an athlete. 

This course will equip you with a comprehensive set of fundamental coaching skills, enabling you to actively engage participants in sporting activities under the guidance of an experienced coach. Additionally, you will gain essential skills required to pursue a career as an athlete within the Australian sports industry, specifically tailored to your chosen sport. Our teaching team have many years of industry experience and knowledge that will help you achieve your goals within the fitness industry. 

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be well prepared to lead coaching sessions, work as an athlete, or continue your education in the field of sports coaching and development. This qualification opens doors to a promising future in the sports industry.

What can I do?

  • Assistant Coach
  • Sportsperson
  • Professional Athlete

Course outcome:

SIS20321 Certificate II in Sport Coaching

SIS30421 Certificate III in Sport - Athlete

Job-ready training

We put theory into practice, which is why we believe in on-the-job training. Our courses are delivered by passionate industry experts with years of experience in sport coaching. And our strong industry partnerships mean you'll graduate with confidence, knowing you have all the skills you need to get right to work.

Academy of Sport

Kick start your career in sport with TAFE Queensland’s Academy of Sport.  Opportunities exist in a number of specialised fields including leadership and management, sport coaching and sport development.  Undertake code specific training in an industry setting with real-life integrated learning. Learn more

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete units as per the list below.

 

SIS20321 Certificate II in Sport Coaching
To achieve this qualification you will need to complete 7 units:
Core Competencies: 3
Elective Competencies: 4

 

SIS30421 Certificate III in Sport - Athlete
To achieve this qualification you will need to complete 10 units:
Core Competencies: 6
Elective Competencies: 4

 

Please note that some units listed below are recognised in both qualifications either as core or elective, you will only need to complete these units once to satisfy the requirements of this dual award.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

SIS20321 Certificate II in Sport Coaching

  • SIS20321 Certificate II in Sport Coaching

  • UNIT CODE
  • HLTAID011
    Provide First Aid
    UNIT CODE :
    HLTAID011
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies. The unit applies to all persons who may be required to provide a first aid response in a range of situations, including community and workplace settings.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Provide First Aid

  • UNIT CODE
  • SIRXWHS001
    Work safely
    UNIT CODE :
    SIRXWHS001
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to follow organisational policies and procedures for safe work practice.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Work safely

  • UNIT CODE
  • SISSSCO002
    Work in a community coaching role
    UNIT CODE :
    SISSSCO002
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to meet Australian sport industry expectations of a community coach. It includes meeting legal, ethical and job responsibilities and working with others.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Work in a community coaching role

SIS30421 Certificate III in Sport - Athlete

  • SIS30421 Certificate III in Sport - Athlete

  • UNIT CODE
  • BSBPEF301
    Organise personal work priorities
    UNIT CODE :
    BSBPEF301
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to organise personal work schedules, to monitor and obtain feedback on work performance and to maintain required levels of competence.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Organise personal work priorities

  • UNIT CODE
  • FNSFLT311
    Develop and apply knowledge of personal finances
    UNIT CODE :
    FNSFLT311
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills required to develop, maintain and apply knowledge of personal finances, including taxation, superannuation and insurance.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Develop and apply knowledge of personal finances

  • UNIT CODE
  • HLTWHS001
    Participate in workplace health and safety
    UNIT CODE :
    HLTWHS001
    Unit description :

    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for workers to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others. The unit applies to all workers who require knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) to carry out their own work, either under direct supervision or with some individual responsibility.

  • UNIT NAME
  • Participate in workplace health and safety

  • UNIT CODE
  • SISSPAR005
    Develop athlete personal brand
    UNIT CODE :
    SISSPAR005
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to build an athlete's personal brand. It includes managing the personal brand, using social media, cyber security and leveraging the personal brand.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Develop athlete personal brand

  • UNIT CODE
  • SISSPAR007
    Work as an athlete
    UNIT CODE :
    SISSPAR007
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to meet Australian sport industry expectations of an athlete.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Work as an athlete

  • UNIT CODE
  • SISSPAR008
    Maintain personal wellbeing as an athlete
    UNIT CODE :
    SISSPAR008
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge an athlete requires to maintain their own wellbeing. It focusses on an athlete's self reliance in relation to resilience, recovery, travel, sleep, diet and mental health.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Maintain personal wellbeing as an athlete

Ways to study
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

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  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

  • demo View comparison chart
CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Brisbane Bullets Basketball - South Bank Campus
On Campus
03 Feb 2025
8 terms
Part time 1 day per week
  • TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $3,080

    A government initiative covering some or all of course fees for eligible High School students also studying at TAFE. Learn more

  • TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,100

    This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE.

demo

Brisbane Bullets Basketball - South Bank Campus

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

03 Feb 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

8 terms
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 1 day per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,100

    This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Brisbane Heat - Albion
On Campus
03 Feb 2025
8 terms
Part time 1 day per week
  • TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $3,080

    A government initiative covering some or all of course fees for eligible High School students also studying at TAFE. Learn more

  • TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,100

    This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE.

demo

Brisbane Heat - Albion

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

03 Feb 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

8 terms
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 1 day per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,100

    This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Gold Coast Suns - Gold Coast Sport and Leisure Centre
On Campus
03 Feb 2025
8 terms
Part time 1 day per week
  • TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $3,080

    A government initiative covering some or all of course fees for eligible High School students also studying at TAFE. Learn more

  • TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,100

    This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE.

demo

Gold Coast Suns - Gold Coast Sport and Leisure Centre

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

03 Feb 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

8 terms
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 1 day per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,100

    This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Certificate II in Sport Coaching / Certificate III in Sport - Athlete (SIS20321 / SIS30421)

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Certificate II in Sport Coaching / Certificate III in Sport - Athlete

COURSE CODE: SIS20321 / SIS30421
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

You must be a Year 10 or 11 student enrolled at a participating high school. In addition, the duration of your TAFE at School course cannot be longer than your remaining high school studies.

Resources required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum standard of dress. This includes having access to and wearing appropriate general sports attire and enclosed shoes.

You will be provided with a branded uniform at the start of your course to wear during the delivery of the course.
In class assessments will require access to the student management system and it is highly desirable if you came with a laptop. You will not be disadvantaged if you are not in a position to have this resourced.

We suggest you also bring

  • a towel
  • water bottle
  • change of clothes
  • deodorant

Resources may vary depending on your study location.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

Learn more