Certificate IV in Sport
(Development)
| Course Code: | SRS40506 |
| Department: | Centre for Community Wellbeing |
| Study Area(s): | Sport, Recreation and Fitness |
| Location(s): | Richmond |
| Course Length: | Full-time (1 year) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
| VTAC: | Year 12 and mature age applicants can apply for this course at the VTAC website during the VTAC period. |
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Course overview
This course will help you launch your career in most areas of sports or recreation including coaching, after-school and holiday programs and sport trainers activities. It is also valued by people working in the industry as a means of having their skills recognised. Certificate IV is the first of the two year Diploma in Sport (Development).
Course modules
| CORE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSBCMN301A | Exercise Initiative in a Business Environment | 20 |
| BSBCMN402A | Develop Work Priorities | 30 |
| ICAITU006C | Operate Computing Packages | 60 |
| SRXGCSO01A | Create Client Relationship | 10 |
| SRXGCSO02A | Deal With Client Feedback | 10 |
| SRXGCSO06A | Address Client Needs | 10 |
| SRXGCST05A | Coordinate Client Service Activities | 20 |
| SRXINU002A | Apply Sport and Recreation Law | 10 |
| SRXINU003A | Analyse Participation Patterns in Specific Markets of The Leisure and Recreation Industry | 20 |
| SRXINU004A | Promote Compliance With Laws and Legal Principles | 12 |
| SRXOGN001A | Conduct Projects | 15 |
| SRXOHS001B | Follow Defined Occupational Health and Safety Policies and Procedures | 10 |
| SRXOHS002B | Implement and Monitor The Organisation's Occupational Health and Safety Policies, Procedures and Pro | 12 |
| SRXRIK001A | Undertake Risk Analysis of Activities | 10 |
| Total hours: | 249 | |
| ELECTIVE | ||
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSBCMN101A | Prepare For Work | 30 |
| BSBCMN102A | Complete Daily Work Activities | 20 |
| BSBCMN202A | Organise and Complete Daily Work Activities | 20 |
| HLTFA301B | Apply First Aid | 18 |
| SRSCGP001A | Operate in Accord With Accepted Coaching Practices, Styles and Legal and Ethical Responsibilities | 30 |
| SRSCGP002A | Include Special Interest Groups or People With Special Needs | 15 |
| SRSCGP003A | Implement The Fundamental Principles of Sports Psychology | 15 |
| SRSCGP004A | Provide Information About The Fundamental Principles of Eating For Peak Performance | 15 |
| SRSNTB001A | Perform The Intermediate Skills of Netball | 30 |
| SRSNTB002A | Perform The Intermediate Tactics and Strategies of Netball in a Competitive Situation | 30 |
| SRSNTB003A | Participate in Conditioning For Netball | 20 |
| SRSOGP001A | Operate in Accord With Accepted Officiating Practices, Styles, Legal and Ethical Responsibilities To | 25 |
| SRSOGP002A | Apply Rules and Regulations to Conduct Games and Competitions | 15 |
| SRSOGP004A | Apply Self Reflection Techniques to Evaluate and Modify Officiating Performance | 15 |
| SRSOGP005A | Resolve Conflict Related to Officiating | 15 |
| SRSOGP006A | Develop a Fitness and Recovery Program For Officials | 20 |
| SRSOGP010A | Manage The Format and Results of Competitions | 20 |
| SRSSOC008A | Perform The Advanced Skills of Soccer | 20 |
| SRSSOC009A | Perform The Advanced Tactics and Strategies of Soccer in a Competitive Situation | 20 |
| SRSSPA009A | Develop Practices to Conduct Effective Club Management | 30 |
| SRSSPT001A | Implement Injury Prevention and Apply Basic Sports First Aid | 20 |
| SRSSPT002A | Operate in Accord With The Accepted Roles and Responsibilities of a Sports Trainer | 30 |
| SRSSPT003B | Implement Sports First Aid Procedures and Apply Sports First Aid | 30 |
| SRSSPT004B | Provide Initial Management of Sports Injuries | 20 |
| SRSSPT005B | Conduct Basic Warm-Up, Stretching and Cool-Down Programs | 20 |
| SRSSPT007B | Tape Ankle, Thumb and Fingers | 20 |
| SRSSTC001A | Teach or Develop Basic Skills of Strength and Conditioning | 30 |
| SRSSTC002A | Plan and Prepare a Strength and Conditioning Program For a Competitive Athlete | 30 |
| SRSSTC003A | Operate in Accord With Accepted Strength and Conditioning Industry Health and Safety Practices | 25 |
| SRSSTC004A | Operate and Maintain Strength and Conditioning Facilities and Equipment | 25 |
| SRSSWM001A | Apply The Principles of Movement in Water | 25 |
| SRSSWM002A | Operate in Accord With Accepted Aquatics Industry Health and Safety Practices | 20 |
| SRSSWM003A | Operate in Accord With The Legal Responsibilities and Risk Management Principles of The Aquatics Ind | 25 |
| SRSSWM004A | Collect Information On The Philosophy and Structure of The Australian Swimming and Aquatics Industry | 15 |
| SRSSWM005A | Teach or Develop The Competitive Strokes of Swimming | 35 |
| SRSTOU004A | Teach or Develop The Intermediate Skills of Touch | 35 |
| SRSTOU005A | Teach or Develop The Intermediate Tactics and Strategies of Touch | 35 |
| SRXCAI001B | Assist in Preparing Sport and Recreation Sessions For Participants | 6 |
| SRXCAI002B | Assist in Conducting Sport and Recreation Sessions For Participants | 8 |
| SRXCAI003B | Provide Equipment For Activities | 7 |
| SRXCAI004B | Plan a Session or Program For Participants | 8 |
| SRXCAI005B | Conduct a Sport and Recreation Session For Participants | 8 |
| SRXCAI006B | Organise a Sport and Recreation Program | 10 |
| SRXCAI007B | Conduct a Sport and Recreation Program | 10 |
| SRXEMR001A | Respond to Emergency Situations | 18 |
| SRXGRO001A | Facilitate a Group | 12 |
| SRXGRO002A | Deal With Conflict | 10 |
| WRS031 | Work Related Skills Unit 1 (Senior) | 100 |
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 188 | $ 990^ | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6,500^ | $ 3,250^ |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 200 = $350.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $440.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 | n/a | n/a | $8.00 x 200 = $1,600.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 | n/a | n/a | $4.00 x 200 = $800.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Building program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1.75 x 900 = $1,575.00 but capped at the maximum of $990.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $1,228.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $8.00 x 900 = $7,200.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $4.00 x 900 = $3,600.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
See the detailed fees structure.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Contact us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or (03) 9279 2222 or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au for a full fee schedule.
The current materials fees for 2012 is $400.00. This includes texts, a Kangan Institute polo shirt and any other associated printing. There may be extra costs for reference books, protective clothing or specialised materials.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course is designed to provide you with skills to work as a coach or sports trainer, development officer, after school activities employee and coordinator, holiday program employee and coordinator and sports facility officer.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain skills in coaching and instruction, computing and administration, sports training, marketing, sport strength and conditioning, nutrition, officiating, working with clients, problem solving and being able to plan and deliver sport sessions.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion you will be awarded the Certificate IV in Sport (Development). As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised. You also have the chance to qualify for the Level II First Aid Certificate, Level I Sports Trainer Certificate and various other qualifications.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
Graduates of the Certificate IV in Sport (Development) will automatically be eligible to continue into the Diploma of Sport (Development) at Kangan Institute. You may gain credits to sports and recreation related university courses including human movement, sports science, physical education, exercise science, sports/recreation management, primary or secondary teaching, sports administration or sports coaching. Graduates are eligible to apply for university entry under an alternative category to VCE graduates.
Can I apply?
You may apply if you have satisfactorily completed VCE or an approved equivalent course or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course. Mature age is anyone over the age of 18 who has been out of full-time education for more than 12 months.
How do I apply?
Applicants wishing to apply for the course starting in February 2012 must apply using the VTAC Online Application. Details of the application process can be obtained through the VTAC website www.vtac.edu.au or through the VTAC Guide which is available from newsagents.
Direct entry applicants for 2012 must complete a profile form accessible at www.kangan.edu.au/departments/centre-for-better-living/ and return it to the department by January 31st 2012.
Direct entry applications are considered for the course after the VTAC selection process is complete.
How will I be selected for this course?
Year 12 students applying through VTAC will be selected on their VCE ATAR score. It is also recommended that applicants complete a student profile form. Personal qualifications, work experience and sporting experience will be taken into account as well as previous academic results.
How long is the course?
This is a one year full-time course. A large part of the course involves on-the-job training.
Current students have attended class Monday-Thursday, 9am - 4.30pm. Please note, these days and times are subject to change.
Where and how can I study?
This course is held at the Kangan Institute Richmond campus. Some modules may be delivered flexibly.
Classes are designed to be interactive and enjoyable. Where possible, all classes are practical and innovative where teaching staff bring real life experience to the course to assist students in understanding the Sport and Recreation Industry. Practical classes are held at local recreational facilities. All staff have current industry experience and are experts in their respective fields.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods and may take place in your workplace. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate.
There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information at the time of enrolment. Students will be required to participate in department projects and programmes to enhance learning and competency understanding.
What will I study?
Students will study a variety of competencies including coaching and instructional skills, development skills, sports science, sports trainer, sport strength and conditioning, nutrition, officiating, and problem solving. Please see the competency list for the full outline.
