NZ Certificate in Sport Coaching (L3)
Do you want to get more involved with one of your local sports clubs? How about helping to coach one of your whanau? Have you always been an active sport participant, and are looking to gain a greater understanding of coaching? The New Zealand Certificate in Sport Coaching may be the programme you are looking for. This part-time programme enables you to continue to work as you learn.
Why this programme?
Learn the practical skills and techniques to become a great coach.
Get the best from your team through effective communication.
Learn the art of coaching from current, passionate coaches.
Complete a qualification while still working.
Who should enrol?
Current sport minded people wanting to expand their involvement in their chosen sport.
Future coaches who want to gain a formal qualification.
Entry Requirements
Prospective learners must be actively engaged in coaching athletes/players.
All prospective learners must have a coach/mentor for the duration of the programme.
When are the next courses?
July 2025
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Programme information
10 workshops
26 weeks (part-time)
40 credits
How much does it cost?
FREE for New Zealand permanent residents and citizens
What content is covered?
Module 1: The Coaching Environment
What is a good sport coach?
Coaching values, purpose, objectives
Balance is better.
Coaching styles - Which style are you?
Being a positive role model
Demonstrating positive side-line behaviour
Creating a Positive Environment
Starts with the coach.
Understanding skill needs
Understanding learning needs
It’s about the culture.
Module 2: The Art of Coaching
Model Simple Skills
Skill Development
Physical Literacy Approach
General Coaching Principles
What are coaching principles?
What styles of coaching are there?
Group Management
What is effective coaching?
Good coaching habits
Module 3: Coaching Safety
Injury Prevention
Common sports injuries
Causes, methods for prevention
First Responder in Action
How to respond to common injuries if they happen on your watch.
What is a RAMS form?
How does it help?
Warm up and Cool Down
How do they help?
Creative activities that are sport specific.
Module 4: Coaching with Communication
Constructive communication
Specific vs Positive Feedback
How will I know I am good at communicating?
Graduates of this qualification may progress to:
Employment (either paid or volunteer) as an entry level coach, primary or secondary school or club coach.
NZ Certificate in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (Level 3)
NZ Certificate in Exercise (Level 4)
NZ Certificate in Coaching and Instruction (Level 4)
Contact details:
To find out more about this programme, contact Alan Peary - Tertiary Programmes Manager.
Phone: 027 2329025
Email: alan@wilss.ac.nz
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