This qualification allows students to develop their coaching skills in the specialisation of basketball. It is a mixture of theory and practical classes. Upon completion, students will develop the skills and knowledge to be competent in delivering a basic instruction session for a sport.
There are numerous work placement opportunities offered to students. This includes SurfFest, coaching Primary School students, officiating at a variety of carnivals and also allowing the flexibility of choosing a placement of their choice.
Units of competency include:
- teach fundamental basketball skills
- teach fundamental basketball tactics and game strategy
- interpret and apply the rules of basketball
- provide first aid
- develop and update knowledge of coaching practices
- coach beginner or novice participants to develop fundamental motor skills
- communicate effectively with others in a sport environment
- assist in preparing and conducting sport and recreation sessions
- develop and update sport, fitness and recreation industry knowledge.
Employability skills that are developed include:
- communication
- initiative and enterprise
- learning
- planning and organisation
- problem Solving
- self-management
- teamwork
- technology.
Further information is available on the Sport coaching syllabus website.
A range of specialisation units are available in in this course including basketball, rugby league, netball, athletics and a mixture of other sports. Consult your teacher to discuss which units are included in courses at your school.