National Certificate in Coaching Science

Study the principles of sports coaching and specialise in a chosen sport with the National Certificate in Coaching Science.

R16100.00 (Online)
R18900.00 (Part time)
R54900.00 (Full time)
Duration: 1 year
Credits: 120
NQF Level: 5
SAQA ID: 67695
Delivery Modes: Full time, Part time and Online

Become a qualified coach with a strong understanding of coaching science and principles as well as the practical application of coaching techniques and methodology. Graduates will be able to work with beginner to intermediate sport participants within schools, clubs or in their private capacity. Coaches also obtain an understanding of how to effectively plan and implement practice sessions. Once graduates have completed the learning program they will be able to:

  • Coach beginner to intermediate sport performers in one chosen sport of specialisation.
  • Apply an understanding of sport science knowledge to implement appropriate sport programmes according to the Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) Framework.
  • Provide sport opportunities to beginner and intermediate sport participants in a manner that will contribute to community development as well as raise the standard of sport in South Africa.
  • Take up job responsibilities as a sport coach in schools, clubs and private institutions.

Further Information

This course is accredited through the Department of Education by CATHSSETA and is recognised by REPSSA.

The course will equip students with both theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to successfully operate as a Sports Coach. A student who has achieved this qualification will be able to:

  1. Coach beginning and intermediate sport performers in one chosen sport of specialisation.
  2. Provide sport opportunities to beginning and intermediate sport participants in a manner that will contribute to community development as well as raise the standard of sport.
  3. Assume job responsibilities as a sport coach in schools, clubs and private institutions.

Learners who complete this qualification will have acquired the qualities of self-confidence and good communication skills. They will be prepared to assume responsibilities for sport development within their sport specialisation, as well as be positioned to further their learning in other aspects of sport and exercise science.

Introduction to Coaching Science / Exercise Science for Sports Coaching / Planning & Implementing Effective Coaching Sessions / Coaching Disabled Athletes / Sport Event Management / Team Management & Touring Logistics / Sport Psychology & Mental Skills / Coaching Research / Sport Electives

Students must possess a NQF level 4 or matric qualification or the equivalent thereof. Students do not require any prior experience in the field coaching or fitness.

Sports Coach / Team Manager / Sports Officer

This course is recognised by REPSSA and can ported to international Registers in other REPS regions, including the United Kingdom, Europe, Middle East, Australasia, India, Canada and the USA.

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