Level 3 Sport Coaching
Course Description
Head of Faculty/Teacher in Charge: Miss A. Fowler.
The Sport Coaching course aims to cultivate leadership potential in young people by equipping them with the skills to coach effectively in a specific sport context. This program focuses on developing a strong foundation in sport-specific coaching techniques while emphasizing the importance of injury prevention to ensure the safety and well-being of athletes.
Ākonga will learn how to plan and execute engaging events and activities, fostering an environment of growth and enjoyment for their teams. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical experience, the course will enhance ākonga's confidence, communication skills, and ability to inspire others.
Whether aspiring to lead at a community level or aiming for professional coaching, this course provides the essential tools and insights needed to succeed in the dynamic field of sports coaching.
Course Overview
What is taught in courses varies from year to year. This course could include:
Coaching
Planning and implementing effective coaching sessions through a 'growing coaches programme'
Planning an event
Students will plan and run a school wide event e.g. Swimming sports or athletics
Injury prevention
Students will investigate injury prevention and how to manage this in a sport or recreation context
Recommended Prior Learning
This course has no pre-requisites; open entry for all.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
A pencil case with pens and a laptop
Assessment Information
All assessments are internally assessed and the course is comprised of unit standards (achieved/not achieved grades). The assessments include a combination of practical and bookwork.Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Plan and run a recreation activity
NZQA Info
Plan beginner-level coaching sessions for sport participants
NZQA Info
Coach beginner-level participants through skill development activities for a selected sport
NZQA Info
Review coaching of beginner-level participants through skill development activities for a selected sport
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Personal Trainer/Exercise Professional, Paramedic, Deckhand, Outdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor, Emergency Management Officer, Sports Coach/Official, Massage Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Osteopath, Physiotherapist, Event Manager,
Disclaimer
Please note that courses will go ahead only if student numbers, staffing, and timetabling allow it. Where a subject is oversubscribed, and there are insufficient numbers or resources to create an extra class, a ballot system may be applied.
Costs
The Board of Trustees has again asked to opt into the Ministry of Education donation scheme. Doing so resulted in the ability to waive student fee donations. Kaiapoi High School aims to deliver quality educational courses over and above those that which is funded by the Ministry. It is likely the School will opt into the donation scheme for 2025, however parental contribution for the costs of trips and activities where participation is optional, and/or components not covered by the Government grant, may be requested. We appreciate the financial support our families make to the School.