Diploma of Sport (Coaching)

TAFE Queensland

Strengthen your potential for a career in the sports industry with this diploma qualification, delivered in partnership with peak sporting organisations. According to the Australian Government's labour markets insights Service there is strong future growth predicted for this industry with increasing demand for qualified sports coaches, instructors and officials with over 44,000 positions expected by 2026. In this qualification you'll cover coaching fundamentals including how to plan and deliver coaching programs for high-performing athletes, apply sport psychology principles, and understand the various elements of running a success event. Additionally, you'll develop essential sports industry skills including managing risk, leading and managing people, and maintaining workplace health and safety. Our highly-experienced team of industry leaders will give you the guidance you need to succeed in your studies and beyond. This course also offers unique work-integrated learning opportunities at various industry partners across different departments and elite sporting facilities. Upon successful completion of this course you'll be able to work across a variety of roles in the sports industry. You'll also be well placed for further study.

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