Certificate in Sport Coaching
Sport & Recreation
A course by
University of Canterbury
A one-year, part-time certificate programme designed for working professionals and others wanting to develop skills and knowledge in Sport Coaching, available by distance or on campus, with credits transferable to further study.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
University of Canterbury, Christchurch
It will take a total of 1 year
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Develop practical coaching skills
Gain practical knowledge and coaching skills to complement or enhance work-based abilities in the sporting industry.
Increase employability
Acquire skills and competencies valued in the sport coaching and wider health or education sectors.
Work-based application
Apply learning directly to your own professional context, with a focus on improving coaching performance.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in Sport Coaching at the University of Canterbury provides working professionals and anyone interested in sport coaching the opportunity to develop practical and theoretical skills relevant to the sporting industry. The programme can be completed via distance or on campus and consists of 60 points of approved courses. Graduates gain foundation skills in sport coaching, with practical and work-based learning, as well as the opportunity to continue to further study such as the Bachelor of Sport.
Course Content
- SPRT101 Introduction to Sport Coaching
- SPCO201 Learner-Centred Teaching and Coaching
- Two courses from approved elective list, including options in health, management, marketing, psychology, and additional sport coaching modules
- Practical work and labs
- Work-based skills and industry-relevant competencies
What you need to know first
University Entrance (or equivalent)
English language proficiency for non-native speakers
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Sport Coaching
Health
Education
Future employment opportunities might be
Sport team coach
Health and nutritional advisor
Physical education teacher
Roles in police and physical training
Manager or project planner in sport contexts
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