SIS20510 Certificate II in Sport Coaching SISSSCO101 Develop and update knowledge of coaching practices

1.Source and apply general information on coaching principles. 1.1 Identify sources of information to understand the structure and operation of the National Coaching Accreditation Scheme (NCAS)

What is the NCAS? The NCAS is an initiative of the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) and is a progressive coach education program offering courses at various levels. NCAS training programs include the following components: coaching general principles – generic principles of coaching and athletic performance that apply to all sports. Coaching general principles may be included in specific training, or they can be completed separately. sport-specific – skills, techniques, strategies and approaches to the particular sport

1.2 Access and comprehend NSO sport specific information relevant to coaching in chosen sport Using google, search for coach accreditation for a sport of your own choice. Identify and outline the level/s of coach accreditation available for the sport and time and coaching requirements needed to maintain the levels of accreditation

Example – AFL Coach Accreditation pathways

1.3 Identify a range of sources of information to update knowledge of coaching You have just started coaching a local junior sporting team and have a basic coach accreditation. You want to improve your coaching knowledge. Identify people or sources that you could go to in order to develop your skills an knowledge as a coach.

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2. Source and apply. information on legal and 2. Source and apply information on legal and ethical issues that impact on coaching

2.1 obtain information on legal obligations and legal issues affecting coaches Coaches are responsible for all aspects of training and match-day preparation of the athletes they are in charge of. Coaching extends beyond “just the game”.

The Ten Golden Rules for Coaches A safe environment is important Activities must be adequately planned Athletes must be evaluated for injury and incapacity Young athletes should not be mismatched Safe and proper equipment should be provided Athletes must be warned of the inherent risks of the sport Activities must be closely supervised Coaches should know first aid Clear written rules for practice and general conduct are necessary Coaches should keep accurate records

2.2 Obtain information on ethical responsibilities and ethical issues affecting coaches Ethics are moral behaviours that you have. Responsibilities are things that you are required to do or have a duty to do. Therefore your ethical responsibilities are the things that you morally believe in and also feel you should do as a duty or requirement.

Identify ethical issues and responsibilities that coaches may have to deal with.

Use of drugs – recreational / performance enhancing by players Players putting their needs above those of the team Playing unregistered / over age players Deliberate cheating Not declaring that cheating has occurred Gambling on their match / game

2.3 Identify sport specific risks and principles of risk management that can be incorporated into coaching All sports come with some degree of risk The coach needs to prepare their athletes for these risks as best that they can, within their level of training and accreditation Some risks may be reduced through the use of personal protective equipment

Reducing Risk – PPE’s Identify a range of PPE’s commonly used in sport.

Risk Management Risk management is a process of controlling, removing or reducing the potential for harm or injury. Risk management in sport must include the physical and environmental aspects of the activity being undertaken. This includes the age and level of experience of each and every participant.

2.4 Identify the relevant requirements of the NSO Member Protection Policy that apply to a coach in that sport. National sporting organisations have a responsibility to make sure that their sports are safe, fair and inclusive for everyone involved. They also have legal obligations to prevent and address discrimination and harassment and to protect children from harm and abuse. A Member Protection Policy is an essential tool that outlines how a sporting organisation will meet these obligations and maintain responsible behaviour and fair decision-making.

Member Protection Policies Choose one National Sporting organisation and use Google to find their Member protection policy. From this, find the state and local sporting associations’ member protection policy.

2.5 Analyse information to determine own specific responsibilities as a coach Being a coach requires more than a love of a sport Coaches require accreditation and need to engage in discussions and update sessions to maintain their currency as well as be informed of changes to legal and ethical responsibilities involved in coaching It is more than the game

3. Develop Coaching Practices 3.1 Identify the roles and responsibilities of coaches and support personnel according to specific sport or activity skills and best practice principles.

You have just been appointed first grade coach of a local sporting club with a long history of success. Identify the roles and responsibilities of your coaching staff. You have an unlimited budget, as the club wants results this year.

3.2 Determine coaching styles appropriate to competition and participation. Coaching styles may vary from coach to coach and also can depend on the level / grade of competition and intensity of the situation. Coaching styles may be either: ‘Autocratic’ – ‘Bossy’ - ‘Authoritarian’ ‘Democratic’ – ‘Guider’ – ‘Personable’ ‘Laissez-Faire’ – ‘Minder’ – ‘Casual’

3.3 Obtain information on game centred and technique centred approaches to coaching The games approach is taught using a four-step process: Play a modified game. Help the players discover what they need to do in order to play the game successfully. Teach the skills of the game. Practice the skills in another game

The technique centred approach focusses on: developing technique as the central feature of the activity Focus on development and repetition of skills in isolation Often separated from a meaningful objective that closely resembles the game Commonly skills are taught in small progressions Once skills are developed to a sufficient level – they are put into situations that resemble the game or components of the game Benefits: Allows plenty of repetition for players' to improve their technique Limitations: Lack of decision making, skills not linked to game.

Activity You are the new coach of the local Under 12 soccer team. The team has pretty well be the same side for the last three years and is made up of 4 girls and eight boys. The previous coach was a parent of one of the boys and the team did not have a successful year last season. Lack of skills was identified as an issue at the end of last season. Most parents are supportive, but unable to help. The team has been placed in ‘B’ Division this year. Identify and describe the coaching style/s that you would use to develop team harmony and skills.

3.4 Identify a range of strategies to apply information sourced to role as a coach As a coach, you will strive to continually refine and develop your skills and knowledge. Identify a range of sources from where you can maintain and develop these skills. Include electronic and non-electronic methods.