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Learner Spotlight - Mirjam De Wild - NZ Certificate in Sport Coaching (Level 3)

I am currently the Prem Reserve Coach at Rototuna High School in Kirikiriroa. My role as a coach extends beyond teaching netball; it's about sharing my knowledge of the game, providing motivation and inspiration, and creating opportunities for the girls to become the best players they can be. At Rototuna High, there is a strong emphasis on developing coaches, and this course was recommended to me by the school. After missing out last year, I was thrilled to secure a place this year, 20...

Pool Compliance Course 21 August 2025

Under the Ministry of Education Swimming Pool Water Quality Policy, “schools are required to have at least one person present, or readily accessible, when the pool is in operation, who holds Unit Standard 20046 in swimming pool water quality” (www.minedu.govt.nz)Unit Standard 20046 (Version 5) – Monitor pool water quality and store pool water treatment chemicals.  This is an introduction to pool operations and for swimming and pool operators.  The co...

Learner Spotlight: Trudy Derbyshire - NZ Certificate in Sport Coaching (Level 3)

Trudy is a standout learner on our Sport Coaching Course. We spoke to her and asked her to share her experience!Trudy, where are you from.The Far North! What is your role as coach?I was the Northland Men’s and Women's Volleyball Development squad coach for 2023, 2023 high school indoor coach, 2025 High school beach coach 2021-2025 Beach Volleyball coach for a pair that won the North Island Junior secondary schools beach volleyball championships, 2nd in the Auckland schools beach...