Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 5:00 PM AWST
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Certificate III in Sport Coaching
Certificate III in Sport Coaching
SIS30713
J764
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 21/07/2015 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 1.00 | 14/12/2013 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply the skills and knowledge to undertake a role as a coach. Likely functions for someone with this qualification include observing the performance of sports participants to determine the required level of instruction, and planning, conducting and evaluating individualised and team based training programs. Those with this qualification would also supervise practice sessions and provide in competition assistance to participants.
Job Roles
The following is an indicative job role for this qualification:
community coach.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fifteen 15 units must be completed:- nine (9) core units
- six (6) elective units, consisting of:
- all the units in one of Groups A to N
- the remaining to make up the required six (6) elective units from General electives or SIS10, and must be first packaged at AQF level 2, 3 or 4; up to two (2) of these may be selected from any current accredited course or other Training Package, and must be first packaged at AQF level 3.
In all cases, selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).
1. Core Units
All nine (9) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WG016 | SISSSCO202 | Coach beginner or novice participants to develop fundamental motor skills | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG028 | SISSSDE201 | Communicate effectively with others in a sport environment | 15 | Unit of competency |
| WG018 | SISSSCO304 | Customise coaching for athletes with specific needs | 100 | Unit of competency |
| WG015 | SISSSCO101 | Develop and update knowledge of coaching practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WG048 | SISXFAC207 | Maintain sport, fitness and recreation equipment for activities | 15 | Unit of competency |
| WF751 | SITXCOM401 | Manage conflict | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WG017 | SISSSCO303 | Plan and deliver coaching programs | 15 | Unit of competency |
| WG732 | HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D6211 | SISXRSK301A | Undertake risk analysis of activities | 15 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A - Basketball
All the units in one (1) of the Groups A to N must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6543 | SISSBSB303A | Teach intermediate level basketball skills | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D6544 | SISSBSB304A | Teach intermediate level basketball tactics and game strategy | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B - Competitive Canoeing
All the units in one (1) of the Groups A to N must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6572 | SISSCNO304A | Teach the intermediate skills and tactics of canoe polo | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6570 | SISSCNO302A | Teach the intermediate skills and tactics of flatwater canoeing | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6571 | SISSCNO303A | Teach the intermediate skills and tactics of whitewater canoeing | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C - Cricket
All the units in one (1) of the Groups A to N must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6565 | SISSCKT306A | Teach the intermediate skills of cricket | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D6566 | SISSCKT307A | Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of cricket | 40 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D - Equestrian
All the units in one (1) of the Groups A to N must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6365 | SISOEQO304A | Apply first aid for horses | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D6824 | AHCHBR201A | Monitor horse health and welfare | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D6826 | AHCHBR203A | Provide daily care for horses | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S6939 | RGRPSH401A | Relate anatomical and physiological features to the care and treatment of horses | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D9312 | SISSEQS303A | Teach the fundamental skills of riding | 50 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E - Gymnastics
All the units in one (1) of the Groups A to N must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D9317 | SISSGYN302A | Teach fundamental gymnastics skills for infants | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8613 | CHCYTH301E | Work effectively with young people | 55 | Unit of competency |
7. Group F - Rugby League
All the units in one (1) of the Groups A to N must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6613 | SISSRGL307A | Teach intermediate level Rugby League tactics and game strategy | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D6614 | SISSRGL308A | Use advanced level tactics and game strategy in Rugby League play | 30 | Unit of competency |
8. Group G - Rugby Union
All the units in one (1) of the Groups A to N must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6620 | SISSRGU202A | Perform foundation level Rugby Union tactics and strategies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6627 | SISSRGU309A | Teach Rugby Union skills at a foundation level | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6626 | SISSRGU308A | Teach Rugby Union tactics and strategies at a foundation level | 20 | Unit of competency |
9. Group H - Squash
All the units in one (1) of the Groups A to N must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5605 | SISSSQU303A | Teach the intermediate skills of squash | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D5606 | SISSSQU304A | Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of squash | 30 | Unit of competency |
10. Group I - Surf Life Saving
All the units in one (1) of the Groups A to N must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5612 | SISSSUR304A | Officiate intermediate level surf life saving competitions | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5611 | SISSSUR303A | Teach the intermediate skills of surf life saving | 40 | Unit of competency |
11. Group J - Surfing
All the units in one (1) of the Groups A to N must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6500 | SISOSRF202A | Demonstrate basic surfing manoeuvres in controlled conditions | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D6507 | SISOSRF409A | Instruct basic to intermediate surfing skills | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6501 | SISOSRF303A | Perform intermediate level surfing manoeuvres | 30 | Unit of competency |
12. Group K - Swimming
All the units in one (1) of the Groups A to N must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5616 | SISSSWM302A | Plan a program for a competitive swimmer | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5617 | SISSSWM303A | Teach the advanced skills of competitive swimming | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D5615 | SISSSWM301A | Teach the competitive strokes of swimming | 50 | Unit of competency |
13. Group L - Tennis
All the units in one (1) of the Groups A to N must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WG042 | SISSTNS309 | Coach green stage tennis players | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG041 | SISSTNS308 | Coach orange stage tennis players | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG040 | SISSTNS307 | Coach red stage tennis players | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG038 | SISSTNS205 | Interpret and apply the rules and regulations of tennis | 10 | Unit of competency |
14. Group M - Touch Football
All the units in one (1) of the Groups A to N must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5623 | SISSTOU303A | Teach the intermediate skills of Touch | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5624 | SISSTOU304A | Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of Touch | 30 | Unit of competency |
15. Group N - Volleyball
All the units in one (1) of the Groups A to N must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5626 | SISSVOL301A | Teach the intermediate skills of volleyball | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5627 | SISSVOL302A | Teach the intermediate tactics and strategies of volleyball | 20 | Unit of competency |
16. General Elective Units
The remaining units to make up the required six (6) elective units may be chosen from the general elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J507 | SIS30712 | Certificate III in Sport Coaching | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEV0 | SIS30519 | Certificate III in Sport Coaching | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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