About the Maroons Academy
The Maroons Academy will prepare you to meet the demands of working in a professional sports environment. At the same time, you'll get to spend quality time enhancing your rugby league skills. You will be embedded within the QRL environment, learning back office skills such as marketing and public relations as well as coaching and game development elements.
During your studies, you’ll have access to the state’s best coaches, trainers and industry educators. You'll graduate with the skills you need to succeed in the sports and fitness industry.
Learn how the program can benefit you
Rugby league has established itself as one of the premier sports in Australia. The success of the Queensland Maroons in the State of Origin series is fuelling continued growth in the sport throughout Queensland. According to nrl.com, rugby league participation grew more than 3.5 per cent in 2018. Women are joining the sport in increasing numbers with the number of female players more than doubling in the past three years.
The Maroons Academy covers key sports development areas. This study is coupled with 120 hours of code-specific training with Queensland Rugby League coaches and staff. You'll study event management, learn how to develop coaching programs, and increase your business acumen.
You'll graduate with a diploma qualification as well as several industry-specific certifications. This course will prepare rugby league staff, officials, coaches and volunteers to build their careers and lead the future of the sport.
Set yourself apart with extra qualifications
By completing the Maroons Academy program, you'll graduate with the following qualifications:
- Diploma of Sport (SIS50319)
- Sports Medicine Australia Level 1 Sports Trainer Certificate
- Australian Strength and Conditioning Association Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coach
- Rugby League First Aid Certificate
- Club Coaching Certificate
- Referee Foundation 1 Certificate