Community Coach Courses
A Community Coach trains participants, improves techniques, promotes sports, and develops performance, requiring leadership, communication, and analysis skills.
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How do I become a Community Coach
Get qualified to work as a Community Coach with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
SIS30521
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Get the skills you need to provide volunteer and community coaching to swimmers, volleyballers, junior tennis players, basketballers, and equestrian riders with the SIS30521 Certificate III in Sport Coaching. This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to the community coaching role and develops your skills in communication, organisation, and community leadership. You’ll also learn how to work (or volunteer) as a sporting official, prevent sports injuries, maintain sporting equipment, and arra...
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Common questions
How much does a Community Coach earn?
In Australia, a full time Community Coach generally earns $1,250 per week ($65,000 annual
salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered
a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than
people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Community Coach?
This industry has seen a drop in employment numbers over the last five years. There are
currently 40,200 people working as a Community Coach in Australia and this number is
expected to rise to 43,700 by 2025. Community Coaches may find work across all regions of
Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Community Coach?
If a career as a Community Coach interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in
Sports Coaching. This course covers a range of topics including first aid and safety, injury
prevention strategies, selection policies and procedures, maintaining sports equipment and
conflict negotiation. You may also gain sport-specific coaching skills in basketball, volleyball,
swimming, tennis and equestrian sports.
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A Community Coach performs training duties at community sports activities. You might work with participants with a range of abilities to improve their technique and develop their performance. Community Coaches might encourage participation in physical activity and promote sporting activities and events.
Community Coaches should be physically fit and have strong skills in their chosen sport or activity. It’s important you have good leadership skills and can communicate well with people from a range of backgrounds. Community Coaches must be able to analyse player performance and come up with strategies to suit individual participants.
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