Diploma of Sport Coaching and Development

La Trobe University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Pre-degree
CRICOS: 00115M

Get a head start on your journey in sport. La Trobe's Diploma of Sport Coaching and Development, offered at the Carlton College of Sport, is a unique one-year full-time program, delivered at Ikon Park, the home of the Carlton Football Club. Designed to produce job-ready sport employees, the course is classified as a Level 5 qualification under the Australian Qualifications Framework. Comprising 8 core subjects, coursework will cover an extensive range of disciplines, including sport and exercise science, coaching, management, talent identification, and sport marketing. To complement academic and practical content, students will also have the opportunity to hear from a range of industry leaders, including Chris Judd, Stephen Silvagni and Brianna Davey - an exclusive advantage of the Carlton College of Sport program.

Structure

To qualify for the award of of Sport Coaching and Development, students must complete 120 credit points as follows: 120 core credit points

Standard entry requirements

  • Recent secondary education - VTAC prerequisite: Year 12 English prerequisite (20) - Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
  • Non Year 12 - Vocational Education & Training: VET prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
  • Non Year 12 - Higher Education study: HE prerequisites - Course specific requirements - Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
  • Note: This course may be subject to alternative or extra entry requirements depending on your life circumstances and/or work experience. For the complete entry requirements, please search for your course on the La Trobe website: latrobe.edu.au/courses

Recognition

The Diploma of Sport Coaching and Development is accredited by the Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA). Graduates of the Diploma of Sport Coaching and Development are eligible to obtain ASCA Level 1 Accreditation. Professional membership may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.

Study pathways

Upon completion, the course also provides a full year's credit towards the Bachelor of Sports Coaching and Development and may provide credit in other allied health and sport management courses.

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
La Trobe Partnership
  • ATAR: 45.1
No
  • Full-time : 1 year
  • Part-time : 2 years

Fee comments

Campuses: La Trobe Partnership.

Your course fees will depend on the subjects you choose to study: each subject has its own costs. The total course fee may vary depending on the subjects you choose, your study load, the time it takes to complete your course and your approved Credit for Prior Learning. Fees correct Friday, Dec 8 2023

Further information

Graduate ready for a coaching and development career in Australian football, soccer, basketball, sports academies, schools, sport-focused businesses and sport governing bodies at all levels. You may also wish to take advantage of international opportunities in sport development, coach education and the rapidly expanding global sport ecosystem.

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