SIS50321 Diploma of Sport
Description
•This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply the skills and knowledge to pursue a range of roles within the Australian sport industry.
They work or volunteer at community-based sport clubs and organisations in the Australian sport industry.
Individuals with this qualification are involved in the self-directed application of knowledge and skills, and the provision of leadership and support to colleagues. They work autonomously and coordinate and supervise others.
Possible job titles include:
- High performance coach
- Sport development manager
- Talent manager.
Specific industry accreditation requirements may apply to sport-specific coaching accreditation and information should be obtained from the relevant National Sporting Organisation (NSO).
Entry Requirements
To enter SIS50321 – Diploma of Sport, candidates should have a year 12 school certificate, its equivalent or maturity and appropriate life experience. It is recommended that candidates have relevant experience to indicate likely success at this level of qualification in a job role involving:
- The self-directed application of knowledge with substantial depth in some areas
- The exercise of independent judgement and decision-making
- The application of relevant technical and other skills.
Course Prerequisites
no prerequisite requirements.
Duration of Qualification and Volume of Learning
This program is a full-time course completed over a period of 2 years full time
The AQF Volume of Learning for a SIS50321 Diploma of Sport is 1200 ~ 2400 hours. Please refer to details of how this program meets this requirement on following pages including our timetable and details about weekly Training and assessment, weekly online lecture, weekly Sport Practice.
Pathways
The primary pathway from this qualification is into the Sport Industry. Students may also undertake further studies in Sport as like Bachelor of Sport management in Australian University.
Core and Elective Units
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 14
- 3 core units
- 11 elective units, of which:
Packaging Rules for each specialisation:
- all Group A electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Sport (Coaching)
- all Group A and Group B electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Sport (Golf Professional)
- all Group C electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Sport (Sport Development)
- all Group A and Group D electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Sport (Swimming Coaching)
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
Core Units
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
| BSBOPS504 | Manage business risk (Release 1) |
| HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety |
| SITXHRM009 | Lead and manage people |
*Notes on Unit Selection:
• The units included in this qualification have been selected with reference to the
Elective Units A: Coaching
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
| HLTAID011 | Provide first aid |
| SISSSCO003 | Meet participant coaching needs |
| SISSSCO004 | Plan, conduct and review coaching programs |
| SISSSCO007 | Apply sport psychology principles |
| SISSSCO008 | Apply anti-doping policies |
| SISSSCO011 | Manage integrity in sport |
Elective Units B: Golf Professional
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
| SISSGLF001 | Coach advanced level golfers |
| SISSGLF004 | Fit and alter golf equipment |
| SISSGLF005 | Manage the structure and facilitation of golf competitions and tournaments |
| SISSGLF006 | Participate in high performance golf tournaments |
| SISSGLF007 | Manage on-course golf operations |
Elective Units C : Sport Development
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
| BSBTWK503 | Manage meetings |
| SISXFAM003 | Develop and review budgets for activities or projects |
| SISXIND008 | Manage legal compliance in sport and recreation |
| SISXMGT002 | Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships |
Elective Units D : Swimming Coaching
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
| SISSSWM003 | Coach swimmers up to an elite level |
*Notes on Unit Selection:
- The units included in this qualification have been selected with reference to the Training Package and in consultation with industry partners
