Graduate Certificate in Sport Coaching and Leadership

School of Health Sciences

Are you interested in becoming a sporting or leadership coach? The University of Notre Dame Australia’s Graduate Certificate in Sport Coaching and Leadership develops coaches who understand, manage and lead people comprehensively and ethically. This program provides a clear understanding of the theory and methodological application of best practice principles that focus on a holistic coaching approach to athlete development and performance. Contact us today to start your learning journey.

• Why study this degree?

  This program provides future and current coaches with a clear understanding of the theory and methodological application of best practice principles that focus on holistic athlete development. Throughout the program, you explore coaching and leadership theories and behaviours, cultural issues, performance analysis techniques, and professional practice principles.

  The program adopts a multi-disciplinary holistic approach to performance coaching within an ethical framework. Students reflect on their coaching experience and how coaching and leadership can influence athletic environments, performance and progress.

• Program summary

  The Four compulsory Program courses within the Grad Certificate include:

  • Multidisciplinary Coaching Practice
  • Performance Technology and Analysis for Coaches
  • Leadership and Culture in Sport
  • Professional practice in High Performance Sport

  Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.

  More information regarding courses can be found at the course descriptions page.

• Entry requirements

  • A​ Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) in a related field; OR
  • A Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7 in any field) combined with 5 years coaching experience in semi-professional or professional sport; OR
  • Where the applicant does not meet the above criteria, admission to this program may be granted if: a) The applicant has sufficient background and/or experience in coaching or leadership in semi professional or professional sport and; b) The applicant has the skills necessary to complete postgraduate studies

• Learning outcomes

  Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Sport Coaching and Leadership, graduates will be able to:

  1. Apply information regarding coaching and leadership models, behaviours and best practice across a range of sporting contexts
  2. Identify physical and mental requirements of athletes across a range of sporting contexts
  3. Implement and evaluate athlete centred programs that may utilise contemporary technology to enhance performance
  4. Appraise and reflect on coaching and leadership strategies, practice and programming for holistic athlete development and lifelong learning
  5. Communicate socially responsible guidelines that address a range of organisational, social, community and individual issues that reflect positive ethical culture for athletes and the wider community; and
  6. Undertake research related to a variety of purposes within coaching environments.

• Career opportunities

  A Graduate Certificate in Sports Coaching and Leadership will give you the skills and knowledge to work in various settings, including professional sporting organisations and government workplaces. Careers include high-performance managers, sports, and science managers, professional coaches, sports scientists, strength and conditioning coaches, and fitness coaches/advisors.

• Real-world experience

  You will learn from academics who are industry leaders and, through our practicum placements and internship programs, you will gain real professional experience and make valuable contacts with potential employers.

• Fees and costs

  This Program has the following loan scheme(s) available for eligible students:

  
  

  FEE-HELP
  The FEE-HELP loan scheme assists eligible fee-paying students with the payment of all, or part, of their tuition fees, not including additional study costs such as accommodation or textbooks. Your FEE-HELP debt will be indexed each year in line with the Consumer Price Index.

  
  

  For indicative fees and information on how to pay, including Government loan schemes and our online calculator, visit our Fees Page.

• More information

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