SIS30122 – Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics & Recreation – Coaching
| Duration: Two Years | Training Location: St Joseph’s College | VCE Contribution: Scored Assessed |
The VCE VET Sport, Aquatics and Recreation course provides students with the skills and knowledge to work in the sport and recreation industries. In Units 1 and 2, students will participate in a range of electives, including sport specific activities, outdoor recreation or fitness programs. Units 3 and 4 offers scored assessment and includes core units such as plan and conduct programs, risk assessment, and conduct coaching with foundation level participants. Employment opportunities reflect roles such as recreation officer, activity operation officer, sport and recreation attendant, community activities officer or leisure services officer.
Coaching: The focus of practical sessions will be on planning and conducting coaching sessions related to team sports, the fitness industry and programs in local recreation facilities.
Recognition with the VCE and VCE VM
This course contributes towards VCE and VCE VM.
Scored assessment is available for Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation (based on the scored units 3 and 4 sequence). Students wishing to receive an ATAR contribution for the VCE VET Sport, Aquatics and Recreation program Units 3 and 4 sequence must undertake scored assessment for the purpose of achieving a study score. This consists of three coursework tasks, worth 66% of the overall study score, and an end-of-year examination which is worth 34% of the overall study score.
This study score can contribute directly to the ATAR, either as one of the student’s best four studies (the primary four) or as a fifth or sixth study increment.
Where a student elects not to receive a study score no contribution to the ATAR will be available.
Program Content
The Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation consists of 15 units of competency (UOCs) completed over two years.
UOCs may include:
Unit 1 and 2
- Organise personal work priorities and development
- Provide first aid
- Participate in workplace health and safety
- Use social media tools for collaboration and engagement
- Conduct non-instructional sport, fitness or recreation sessions
- Provide quality service
- Respond to emergency situations
- Use business technology
- Provide equipment for activities
- Maintain equipment for activities
Unit 3 and 4
- Participate in WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control
- Conduct sport coaching sessions with foundation level participants
- Plan and conduct programs
- Facilitate groups
- Educate user groups
| Unit One and Two | Semester One | Semester Two |
| Key Topics | Coaching Fundamentals – Understanding the qualities of a variety type of coaches.Various practical sessions in Geelong – CrossFit, Bounce, Ultimate Frisbee, Wheelchair basketball & golf which involves skill acquisition, team-based sports, activity focused sessions and gym technique sessions. | Fundamentals into Practice – Students will use the skills learnt and developed in Semester 1 to implement a variety of coaching sessions to their peers and primary school students. |
| Areas of Interest | Geelong Athlete Centre – 4-week program including force plate testing and phases of training (strength, power, speed and running mechanics).Geelong Golf Club – 4-week coaching clinic – skill development (swing mechanics, putting, chipping & iron play).SJC Swimming Sports – Officials & Timekeepers. Lorne Training Camp – Lorne Foreshore Caravan Park (Semester One or Two) Day 1 – Beach Leadership & Communication activities Day 2 – Amazing Race (team event)Day 3 – Challenge (Hike in Otway’s) | 4 week coaching clinic primary school – Conducting a variety of non-instructional sport, fitness and recreation sessions for primary aged children.Tour of high-performance facilities – An inside look into the high-performance equipment used for research and elite athletes.Level 2 First Aid CertificateSEPEP – students to define clear roles and responsibilities for group members and engage in a round robin tournament*Variance on program activities based on student interest areas |
| Unit Three and Four | Semester One | Semester Two |
| Key Topics | Planning and Conducting Programs – developing programs made up of multiple sessions to cater for individuals and their needs.Facilitating Groups – optimising performance within a group environment to ensure they can achieve a common goal.Educating User Groups – maximising safety for people using facilities, resources and equipment within the Sport and Recreation industry. | Participating in WHS – developing an understanding of ‘risk’ and what is involved in the Risk Analysis processCoaching Foundation Level Participants – understanding and implementing effective coaching principles and behaviours to cater differing abilities and ages. |
| Areas of Interest | Action Indoor Sports – North GeelongParticipating in and planning activities that can be undertaken within this facility such as Indoor Football, Cricket and Soccer.F45 Geelong, Body Fit Geelong (BFT), Elite Training Centre (ETC) and Geelong’s GymParticipating in sessions at each of the above venues and taking observations of how the facilitator interacts with the group.Wheelchair Basketball – Try Boys East GeelongParticipating in this activity with an emphasis on following instructions and guidance to maximise safety and performance | Geelong Football ClubObserve coaching principles and approaches in a high-performance environment through attending training sessions.Tour of facilitiesStrength & Conditioning Program (S&C)Students spend time developing an individualised S&C program to be undertaken in the Adam Bryant Wellness Centre at SJC.*Variance on program activities based on student/class interest areas. |
Additional Information
Entry Requirements: Students wishing to study a VET course will need to complete the relevant application form (in addition to completing subject selections). To be considered for a VET course, students are expected to have sound skills in the areas of learning, reading, writing, oral communication and literacy. Students also need to demonstrate a mature approach and commitment to their studies and learning.
Fees: Indicatives fees for Certificate III in Sport and Recreation are $800.00 (per year of study). This covers the cost of any camps or excursions undertaken. *VET fees are subject to change.
Class Delivery: Classes are delivered within the school timetable. Throughout the year, students will undertake a range of excursions and camps which may extend outside of standard school hours.
* VET Courses are subject to minimum and maximum student applications and therefore places and course commencement cannot be guaranteed. Where minimum class numbers are not attained and a course does not commence, students may be able to apply at an alternate training provider offering the course. Training Providers may prioritise positions based on applicant year level.
Students are encouraged to consider and prepare alternate subject or VET preferences.
This program is delivered through an auspice partnership with Registered Training Organisation SAVILE Learning RTO Code 45452. Auspicing enables school staff to deliver and assess VET programs overseen by the RTO. Through their vocational management system, SAVILE are responsible for accreditation of the VET delivery and awarding of certificates/ statements of attainment. SAVILE provide support throughout the delivery with onsite visits and review of documentation to ensure a quality assured program is provided.
