Unit details
HSE106 - Introduction to Sport Coaching Practice
| Offered at: | (B) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | H Brown |
| Prerequisite: | HSE105 or unit chair approval upon submission of evidence of National Coaching Accreditation (NCAS) certification or similar accreditation. |
| Corequisite: | Must be enrolled in or have previously successfully completed HSE010 |
| Contact hours: | 1 x 1 hour practical per week |
| Note: Students may need to apply for a Working With Children (WWC) check to the Department of Justice in accordance with the Working with Children Act 2005. Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit provides students with practical/applied experiences in the context of sport coaching. Students will be expected to obtain a placement external to the University and coach under the supervision of qualified mentor coaches. The placement can be in the student's chosen field and preferably with junior athletes. Students are introduced to the techniques and processes necessary to conduct effective coaching sessions.
Assessment
Minimum 30 hours coaching (hurdle requirement), two assignments (1200 words each) 60%, practicum experience presentation 20%, coordinator report 20%, tutorial attendance (hurdle requirement).
Students also need to complete a Level 1 Sports Trainers course by the end of this unit, at student's expense (hurdle requirement).
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $755 | $755 | $2269 | $2442 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
