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11096NAT
This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to work with elite athletes, coaches and officials to ensure they move toward their whole person potential.
This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.
Take the next step in your career in elite sport wellbeing with this nationally recognised qualification developed by global leaders in athlete wellbeing. Designed by the Wellbeing Science Institute this course will build your capability to support elite athletes, coaches and officials through evidence-based skills, structured assessments and practical industry immersion.
This course will explore the full spectrum of athlete wellbeing including mental health, concussion support, performance psychology, resilience, sleep science, cultural competence, diversity and inclusion, life design, transitions, and financial wellbeing.
You will also learn how to design and implement customised wellbeing plans, create organisation-wide wellbeing strategies, and develop the professional judgement required to work in complex elite sporting environments.
This course is delivered through virtual seminars, self-paced learning, syndicate work and project-based assessment, enabling you to build a comprehensive wellbeing toolkit to use within your organisation.
This course is suited to those who:
11096NAT Certificate IV in Elite Athlete Wellbeing
TAFE Queensland’s Academy of Sport promotes excellence by equipping up-and-coming Queensland athletes and sports industry professionals with the right tools to pursue success within the sporting industry. TAFE Queensland facilitates Academy of Sport programs in partnership with peak sporting organisations, schools and clubs across Queensland. Learn more
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core units from the list below.
You will study online however your classes will be delivered in real time via a scheduled timetable. You will interact with your teachers and other students using programs like Zoom. Learn more
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Online virtual classroom
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25 Feb 2026
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1 year | 4 months of scheduled sessions plus 8 month assessment period
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Part time | 3 seminars (each consisting of 1 x Zoom session per week over 3 weeks) plus 2 x showcases
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Online virtual classroom
START DATE
The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly.
25 Feb 2026
DURATION
The total length of time it takes to complete the course.
1 year | 4 months of scheduled sessions plus 8 month assessment period
Workload
The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.
Part time | 3 seminars (each consisting of 1 x Zoom session per week over 3 weeks) plus 2 x showcases
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Class format
Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.
Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS
Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).
Yes
ASSESSMENT
The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.
Online
TEACHER COMMS
The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.
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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.
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Learn moreThis may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.
Learn moreYou will be invited to complete a Skills Check following your application submission, before enrolling to your studies. This helps you to decide if your course is right for you and allows us to understand your current abilities in English, Maths, as well as using Digital technology.
The recommended benchmark levels for this course are 4 in English, 4 in Maths and 4 in Digital Technology.
If you are applying for a VET Student Loan the required levels to meet academic eligibility, as outlined by Commonwealth guidelines, is Level 4 English and Maths.
Access and instructions on how to complete the Skills Check will be emailed to you once you have submitted your application.
Read the Skills Check FAQs.
To enrol in this course you must:
It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.
You will also require access to:
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.
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.
Learn more about University Pathways
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.
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.
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.
