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Choose a sport/sports If you’re not already coaching, but would like to get involved, you might like to ask yourself the following questions first:
The sports listed below are involved in the National Coaching Accreditation Scheme (NCAS). These sports provide training courses for new coaches, and are part of a quality coaching system. Further information about coaching in your sport, visit your sport website from the sport directory of the National Sports Information Centre. What age group would you like to coach_ One of the great things about sport is that there are a wide range of people of different ages involved. As a coach, you might prefer to work with a particular age group. Remember that each age group will have special needs, and as a coach, you will need to take these into account when planning your coaching sessions. Some of the age groups that you might be interested in working with include:
NCAS courses provide coaches with information and practical skills to work with the above age groups. The ACC also produces a number of coaching resources and merchandise which deal with these age groups. How much basic knowledge do you need_ To be an effective coach, you need to have a good knowledge of the basic skills, tactics, rules, equipment and other requirements of the sport. If you have been involved in coaching or teaching previously, you will find that ‘generic’ coaching skills such as communication, group management, teaching and planning are usually ‘transferable’ between a range of sports. The ASC has ‘Coaching Principles’ courses at Level 1 and Level 2 which cover these ‘generic’ coaching skills. For more information, or to enrol in a Coaching Principles course, you can contact the agencies listed in the Directory of Events and Courses. Who to contact for information If you want to get involved in coaching in your local area, try contacting local clubs, or regional sporting associations. If you would like information on coaching courses available, you can contact the agencies listed in the Directory of Events and Courses or the relevant national and state coaching directors for your sport. Applying for a coaching job, voluntary or paid Many clubs will advertise for coaches in local newspapers, school newsletters and other sport journals. You may want to contact local clubs, or regional sporting associations to find out about coaching positions that are available. When applying for a coaching position (whether it is voluntary or paid) try to treat it like any other ‘job application’. You should provide information about your:
Present your application as professionally as possible. If you are invited for an interview, treat it as an opportunity to promote what you have to offer as a coach. It is also a good opportunity to find out about the club, and the athletes you will be working with. You should be aware that as part of the appointment process, some organisations may require background checks to be conducted on new coaches, especially those who are working with young children, or in isolated venues. If you are interested in coaching as a career, you should endeavour to upgrade your coaching qualifications (eg complete a Level 2 or 3 NCAS course, or TAFE/University qualifications in coaching). You should try to gain a broad level of experience in coaching (eg. different age groups and levels of competition). You might like to work with a mentor coach to assist you to gain further expertise within coaching. Like to learn more about coaching_ If you are interested in learning more about coaching, it is recommended that you undertake a National Coaching Accreditation Scheme (NCAS) course. These courses offer training for coaches from beginner through to advanced level. NCAS courses include training in general coaching principles, as well as sport specific coaching skills and practice. The ASC network of State Sport Education Centres and NCAS coaching principles agencies, conduct coaching principles courses, as well as other coaching development workshops and activities. See the Directory of Events and Courses for information on courses available. For further information on NCAS coaching courses, contact either the relevant national and state coaching directors for your sport, or the ASC State Sport Education Centres. You might like to undertake some individual reading and home study to increase your coaching knowledge. The ASC produces a number of coaching resources and merchandise which may be useful. Another way to increase your coaching knowledge is to work with or observe other experienced coaches in action. A mentor coach can be very valuable to your development. Remember that becoming an effective coach does not happen instantly. It takes practice, enthusiasm, willingness to learn and dedication over a period of time. But the satisfaction and results are definitely worth the effort. Good luck with your coaching! Guidelines for Coaches of School and Children's Sport The ASC is concerned with the quality of coaching at all levels. This includes coaching for the international performer as well as for the beginner at school or in the weekend club team. The ASC has developed Guidelines for Coaches and Instructors of School and Children's Sport to ensure safe sport for kids. The Active Australia Junior Sport website also contains some useful information for coaches who work with children Women Coaches and Officials The ASC is working with sports to improve the number and quality of women coaches and officials. The Women Coaches and Officials guidelines are designed to assist sports in developing policies and implementing programs that promote the participation of females in all htmlects of sport. You will find more information on women in coaching on the Active Australia website. |
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