SIS30521

Certificate III in Sport Coaching

Get a head start on your sports career with this entry-level qualification. Develop practical skills to work as an assistant coach in community-based sports clubs and organisations.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Sunshine Coast Wide Bay Burnett

WAYS TO STUDY Online TAFE at School

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 14 Jul 2025 Duration: 9 months View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Concession

$1,910

Subsidised

$2,580

Full Fee

$4,590

TAFE at School Full Fee

$1,350

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Course overview

Get a head start on your career in the sports industry with this entry-level qualification. Develop the practical skills you need to work as an assistant coach in community-based sports clubs and organisations. According to the Australian Government's labour market insights there is expected to be strong future growth in job opportunities for sports coaches, instructors and officials with employers looking for candidates who are reliable and caring with good customer service skills.

During this course you'll develop a range of skills required to work under the supervision of a coach to engage participants in sport. You'll also learn how to provide equipment for activities, participate in conditioning training for sport, conduct sport coaching sessions with intermediate-level participants, and assist supervisors to prepare, conduct, monitor and evaluate activity sessions.

Successful completion of this course will qualify you to work or volunteer in assistant coaching roles at community-based sports clubs and organisations.

What can I do?

Assistant Squad Coach
Horse Riding Instructor
Junior Tennis Coach

Course outcome:

SIS30521 Certificate III in Sport Coaching

Innovative teaching staff

Our courses are delivered by passionate industry experts with years of experience in sports and fitness. Our teachers understand all of the aspects of the job and are ahead of the game in innovation and tech, preparing you for the future of sports development in Australia.

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 sports and fitness. And our strong industry partnerships mean you'll graduate with confidence, knowing you have all the skills you need to get right to work.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 4 elective units from the list below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
BSBOPS403

Apply business risk management processes

UNIT CODE :
BSBOPS403

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify business risks and to apply established risk management processes to a defined area of operations that are within the responsibilities and obligations of the work role.
UNIT NAME
Apply business risk management processes

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
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
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

UNIT CODE
SISSSCO003

Meet participant coaching needs

UNIT CODE :
SISSSCO003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to adapt coaching practices in a specific sport to meet individual participant needs from a diverse range of population groups.
UNIT NAME
Meet participant coaching needs

UNIT CODE
SISSSCO005

Continuously improve coaching skills and knowledge

UNIT CODE :
SISSSCO005

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to meet the behaviours and standards expected of a coach, and self-evaluate to continuously improve coaching practice and performance. It includes interpreting sport industry information and developing a required knowledge base to support coaching practice and performance.
UNIT NAME
Continuously improve coaching skills and knowledge

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

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

UNIT CODE
SISSPAR009

Participate in conditioning for sport

UNIT CODE :
SISSPAR009

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to participate in strength and conditioning to physically prepare for competition in a specific sport.
UNIT NAME
Participate in conditioning for sport

UNIT CODE
SISSSCO012

Coach sport participants up to an intermediate level

UNIT CODE :
SISSSCO012

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to coach sport participants up to an intermediate level in a specific sport. This includes planning, preparing, conducting and reviewing individual sessions.
UNIT NAME
Coach sport participants up to an intermediate level

UNIT CODE
SISSSCO015

Prepare participants for sport competition

UNIT CODE :
SISSSCO015

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to assist participants to prepare for participation in sport competitions.
UNIT NAME
Prepare participants for sport competition

UNIT CODE
SISSSCO016

Coach participants in sport competition

UNIT CODE :
SISSSCO016

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to coach participants in a specific sport to prepare for and participate in a competition.
UNIT NAME
Coach participants in sport competition

UNIT CODE
SISSSPT001

Implement sport injury prevention and management strategies

UNIT CODE :
SISSSPT001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to make sport safer by implementing strategies to prevent sport-specific injuries and manage injuries, illnesses and medical conditions. This includes applying taping for ongoing injury prevention and post-injury support.

Pre-requisite unit :
HLTAID011
UNIT NAME
Implement sport injury prevention and management strategies

UNIT CODE
SISXEMR001

Respond to emergency situations

UNIT CODE :
SISXEMR001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to recognise and respond appropriately in emergency situations, such as those caused by fire, accident or weather. It requires the ability to maintain participant welfare when responding to emergency situations.
UNIT NAME
Respond to emergency situations

UNIT CODE
SISXEMR003

Respond to emergency situations

UNIT CODE :
SISXEMR003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify and respond effectively to emergency situations. It requires the ability to maintain participant welfare during emergencies.
UNIT NAME
Respond to emergency situations

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

Choose your study location

Online self-directed

All of your study will be done online and you can work through your studies at your own pace. You can access your learning materials 24/7 through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online self-directed	14 Jul 2025	9 months	Part time up to 15 hours self-study plus a Zoom tutorial per week 9am - 10am Monday	Concession: $1,910 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $2,580 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $4,590 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. More Apply
Online self-directed Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 9 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time up to 15 hours self-study plus a Zoom tutorial per week 9am - 10am Monday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $1,910 Fee concessions may apply to this subsidised course for eligible students. Learn more Subsidised: $2,580 There are a range of government funded courses available for eligible students. Learn more Full fee: $4,590 This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Self-paced Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

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On Campus

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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On Campus

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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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Mooloolaba	On Campus	05 Feb 2026	10 months	Upgrade (6 units): Part time 5 hours per week - completed Cert II Thursday	TAFE at School Full Fee: $1,350 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. More Apply
Mooloolaba 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. 05 Feb 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 10 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Upgrade (6 units): Part time 5 hours per week - completed Cert II Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY TAFE at School Full Fee: $1,350 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 Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Hervey Bay	On Campus	04 Feb 2026	10 months	Upgrade (6 units): Part time 5 hours per week - completed Cert II Wednesday	TAFE at School Full Fee: $1,350 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. More Apply
Hervey Bay 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. 04 Feb 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 10 months The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Upgrade (6 units): Part time 5 hours per week - completed Cert II Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY TAFE at School Full Fee: $1,350 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 Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

You will be able to access your learning materials 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from the first day of your study period for the relevant units of competency. You must be enrolled to access your learning materials.

Online self-directed study allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Learn more

Online virtual classroom study allows you to enjoy the freedom of choosing where you study, with no on-campus commitments. Virtual classes are delivered online, to a scheduled timetable, allowing you to interact with fellow students and high-quality educators from the comfort of a location that best suits you. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements. Learn more

Online with on campus practical allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study to complete the online component of your course followed up by a scheduled practical component on campus.

Choosing to study a TAFE at School course is a great way to get a vocational qualification while you’re still in high school. You also gain valuable credits towards your QCE, an apprenticeship, a diploma or university.
TAFE at School gives you a taste of what higher education is all about, makes you work-ready, and helps you build practical skills in an adult-learning environment. Successful completion of a TAFE at School qualification gives you direct entry into any of our diploma courses. Learn more

You must be a Year 11 or 12 student enrolled at a participating high school, in some instances Year 10 students may be considered. In addition, the duration of your TAFE at School course cannot be longer than your remaining high school studies. Speak to your high school guidance counsellor or careers advisor for more information.

Course placements are subject to availability.

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Certificate III in Sport Coaching (SIS30521)

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Certificate III in Sport Coaching

COURSE CODE: SIS30521

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.

Resources required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum standard of dress. This includes having access to and wearing appropriate general fitness attire and enclosed shoes. You may be required to purchase TAFE Queensland branded uniform items. The purchase of these uniform items may incur additional costs. More details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation.

We suggest you also bring

a gym 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.

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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, available subsidies, 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.

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Related courses

Certificate II in Sport Coaching / Certificate III in Sport Coaching

Dual award

Kick start your sports career with this practical dual qualification and get the skills you need to conduct coaching sessions in community-based sports clubs and organisations.

Careers

Junior Sport Coach
Sport Development Officer
Assistant Squad Coach

Next Start : 02 Feb 2026

Certificate II in Sport Coaching

Get a head start on your sports career with this entry-level qualification and get the practical skills you need to conduct coaching sessions in community-based sports clubs and organisations.

Part Time : 4 terms

Next Start : 14 Jul 2025

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Certificate III in Sport Coaching

Course overview

What can I do?

Course outcome:

Innovative teaching staff

Job-ready training

Core units

Elective units

Mooloolaba

Hervey Bay

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Certificate III in Sport Coaching

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

Entry requirements

Resources required

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Certificate II in Sport Coaching / Certificate III in Sport Coaching

Careers

Certificate II in Sport Coaching