New Zealand Certificate in Sport Coaching

Certificate

Have you been thinking about a qualification in sport coaching? Whether you're currently working in the industry, or if it's something you've always wanted to do, this programme will give you the skills and competencies required to take that next big step.

Key details

Degree Type

Certificate

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

Domestic Fees

$3,600 per year

About this course

Please note: This programme is part-time only. For a full-time option, check out New Zealand Certificate in Exercise (Level 4)

In the New Zealand Certificate in Sport Coaching, you'll learn about best practice coaching techniques and strategies. From here, you'll put them into practice by coaching individuals and teams, and use this experience to reflect and improve upon your own coaching style within your chosen sports code.

You'll learn about sports training session design and key facilitation skills that will contribute towards the development and management of athletes and sports teams. You'll also learn about injury prevention and risk management techniques to ensure the safety of participants during sports coaching sessions.

You'll develop an understanding of how psychological methods and skills can be used to enhance the performance of athletes and teams, and how to proactively manage conflict to foster a positive sporting environment.

What you'll learn

Hauora (health and wellbeing)
Strength and conditioning
Sport psychology
Physical activity
Sport leadership
Skills coaching
School sport

Highlights

You'll learn really practical skills so that you can get going immediately once you graduate
You'll be taught by knowledgeable and passionate staff who are highly connected to the industry
You'll graduate with high Maori and Pasifika cultural competencies
Throughout the programme, you'll have the opportunity to experience 50+ hours of work-based learning across multiple sport, exercise and recreation organisations
You'll have access to a range of sports facilities while you study.

Work and earn with Auckland Council while you study Sport, Recreation and Exercise

At Unitec, we are excited to announce our new partnership with Auckland Council which provides an opportunity for students to work while they are studying in Sport, Recreation and Exercise. This work-connected pathway will give you the opportunity to earn while you learn, similar to a paid internship or an apprenticeship.

Auckland Council offers a variety of part-time positions that you can apply for. Being employed in the field in which you are studying provides up-to-date knowledge, financial support, and helps to develop your personal skills, your professional skills and your CV right from the start.

Need more information?
All Auckland Council Pathway applicants will be asked to be part of an interview conversation to develop an individual plan for study/work and to begin the application process for employment at Auckland Council.
If you would like a conversation about this programme, please contact: alenton@unitec.ac.nz

Where to next?

Once you successfully complete your certificate, you can either go straight out into the industry, or complete an additional 4 courses to achieve the New Zealand Diploma in Sport, Recreation and Exercise - Coaching Pathway.

Want more information?

Feel free to contact the team with any further questions!

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Entry requirements

Academic requirements

You will need to provide the following, at different points of your application process.

Have at least 48 credits at NCEA Level 2 (or equivalent) in your 4 best subjects, and;
Consent to a Safety Check which meets the requirements of the Children Act 2014 (formerly known as the Vulnerable Children's Act) including:
- Provide two forms of verified ID and evidence of any name changes;
- Consent to a Police vetting check;
- Complete a self-declaration of criminal convictions and medical conditions form

If you don't meet the academic criteria above, we have a range of Foundation and Bridging Education programmes which will help you prepare for further academic study.

English requirements

If English is not your first language you will also need one or more of the following:

Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University entrance;
Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency;
Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years.

If you don't meet the English criteria above, we have a range of English Language programmes available, depending on your current level of ability.

If you don't meet these requirements, you may still apply under special or discretionary entrance.

For more information download the programme regulations:

Programme Regulations

Study locations

Mt Albert

Career pathways

- Special event co-ordinator - Professional sport coach - Sport coordinator - Health and Wellness Coach

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