Coaching Courses

If you are a great communicator and would love a career based on helping people achieve their career goals, then this CHC41215 Certificate IV in Career Development qualification from GROW Training Group could be an ideal course for you.

This Certificate IV program has been carefully crafted in collaboration with industry experts to ensure a comprehensive and relevant learning experience aligned with current industry standards. This course is ideally suited for individuals looking to obtain roles in career information and transition services, or seeking to work as career advisors within various educational, training, school, or transition environments.

As a careers advisor, you will be entrusted with the responsibility of delivering tailored programs and services to both individuals and groups of clients and employers. Your role would encompass guiding individuals in career planning, as well as facilitating the process of identifying, securing, and maintaining suitable employment opportunities. From supporting recent school leavers to aiding seasoned professionals in exploring new career pathways, this course equips you to engage with a diverse range of clientele across various stages of their career journeys.

Please Note: Grow Training Group operates as a privately managed Registered Training Organisation (RTO), differing from government-run institutions such as a TAFE. Consequently, Grow does not offer government funding.

If you are deeply passionate about the community sports landscape and would like to commence a rewarding career in the field of community sports, then this Diploma of Community Sport and Movement qualification from Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) could be a great choice.

The course will enable you to acquire the indispensable knowledge and skills essential for excelling in entry-level positions within the community sport industry. This comprehensive program is strategically designed to nurture your aspirations, catering to both newcomers entering the field and seasoned professionals aiming to advance their careers. With the focus on the development of the expertise needed to lead, coordinate, and contribute effectively to community sports initiatives, from event management to grassroots engagement, the curriculum encompasses a wide spectrum of community based initiatives, ensuring you are thoroughly equipped to drive positive change in your community.

Whether you are a recent school graduate, a committed fitness industry professional, or an individual aiming to enhance career prospects, this Diploma of Sport and Exercise Science qualification from Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) is your gateway to success.

This course, designed by industry experts, has been formulated as an AQF Level 5 course that will allow you to acquire the fundamental knowledge and skills that underpin the sport and exercise science industry.

By doing this diploma, you’ll gain:

1. Foundational theoretical knowledge within the areas of exercise science and health. 
2. Technical knowledge in foundational sport and exercise science. 
3. Knowledge of the scope of practice for an entry level sport and exercise science professional.

The well-structured curriculum empowers you with the expertise necessary to excel in entry-level roles, positioning you for a fulfilling and successful career, and enabling you to take on further study in the field by giving you access to the bachelor-level qualifications.

If you are a sports management or leadership professional looking to expand their career prospects by learning about ethics, law and governance in sports, then this Graduate Certificate in Ethics and Integrity in Sport qualification from Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) could be just what you’re looking for.

This course, developed in conjunction with top sports governance experts, will teach all about essential topics such as law and governance in sport administration and ethics and integrity in sports. The course will prepare you for positions such as board director, board committee member (for example ethics and integrity, remuneration, conflict of interest, Sustainability, Compliance, etc), member of tribunals and other disciplinary bodies, member of selection committees and similar.

This course is suitable for:

• Individuals already employed in the sports industry seeking additional education and training to enhance their career prospects;
• Professionals with experience in other industries aiming to transition into a career in sports;
• Individuals with significant experience in sports organisations, including athletes or coaches, who may lack formal qualifications required for management roles;
• Directors or Committee Members of sport organisations who may need additional education and training.

The course is designed to accommodate part-time study, offering flexibility for students to transition between full-time and part-time based on their other commitments.

The Graduate Certificate in Athlete Wellbeing and Management qualification from the Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) is ideal for:

• Individuals already employed in the sports industry seeking additional education and training to enhance their career prospects;
• Professionals with experience in other industries aiming to transition into a career in sports;
• Individuals with significant experience in sports organisations, including athletes or coaches, who may lack formal qualifications required for management roles.

This course offers students a targeted opportunity to pursue specific roles related to the management of athletes and other participants in the sports industry in positions such as High Performance Director, Athlete Wellbeing Manager, and Player/Coach Development Manager.

Developed in conjunction with top sports experts and featuring modern approach and current industry-relevant topics, the course is designed to provide postgraduate education that comprehensively aligns with industry requirements and expectations.

The course is designed to accommodate part-time study, offering flexibility for students to transition between full-time and part-time based on their other commitments.

The Diploma of Football (Development, Management & Performance) from Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) is designed to prepare you for a career in the football industry – working on your skills, knowledge and understanding of the sport.

In this unique diploma, you will explore a range of football codes (e.g. rugby union, rugby league, wheelchair rugby, soccer) and will learn how these sports are able to deliver exemplary practice in areas such as officiating, inclusion, management, coaching, and player development.

The Diploma of Football has been designed working with the football industry. Your classes will be taught by industry professionals, and focus on real-life case studies of football organisations, professionals, and clubs. You will also undertake a minimum of 45 hours of professional placements in football-relevant environments.

The Associate Degree of Football (Development, Management & Performance) qualification from Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) will make sure you’re prepared for a diverse range of future career paths in the football industry, with the skills, understanding, and knowledge that is necessary.

Through this degree, you can study how the industry (e.g. rugby union, rugby league, soccer, AFL, futsal) develops the game, and how the players, coaches, volunteers, and leaders work together to make sure their sport excels at all levels. The Associate Degree of Football has been designed in collaboration with the football industry, meaning your education will be to the highest standard. The workload also revolves around real-life case studies of football clubs, organisations, and professionals.

Work-integrated learning placements are also an important part of this course, with a minimum of 110 hours of practical placement in football environments being undertaken.

The Bachelor of Football (Development, Management & Performance) qualification from Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) allows you to turn your passion for football into a qualification. This degree will provide you with the understanding, skills, and knowledge to work in an incredibly diverse range of careers – centred within the football industry.

This degree will explore a range of football codes (e.g. rugby league, rugby union, AFL, futsal, and soccer), all of which will teach you how these sports deliver exemplary practice in areas such as community participation, sport science, coaching, and management.

The Bachelor of Football has been designed working directly with the football industry. Classes are taught by industry experts, all of which revolve around real-life case studies of clubs, organisations, and football professionals in order to ensure all knowledge acquired is industry relevant.

Work-integrated learning placements are also an integral aspect of this course to help you gain invaluable practical experience in the field – with a minimum of 260 hours of placement in various football environments.

The Bachelor of Sport Coaching (Strength & Conditioning) from the Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) is a specialist degree that fosters coaching, administrative, and professional skills that are necessary to work towards a fulfilling sport career.

Through this degree, you will learn about coaching theory, scientific processes, leadership skills, strength and conditioning mixology, and communication techniques. This degree contains a solid mix of both practical and theory work, both of which align extremely well with managing administrative, legislative, and political complexities often seen in the sport coaching sector. By studying with ACPE, you will also gain several supporting certifications that accompany your degree. ACPE is also a proud member of the International Council for Coaching Excellence.

The Bachelor of Sport Coaching (Management) from the Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) is a specialised degree which incorporates a strong focus on building both management expertise and coaching experience. The result of this is a flexible foundation that can be used to build upon key competencies that are aligned with highly successful management specialists and sport coaches.

Classes are taught by experts that are highly trained in their relevant fields, and will also bring their own industry experience to the table in order to provide further context to both theoretical and practical units. These practical classes will also provide further opportunity for mastering subject material and assisting with the development of further practical application. The Bachelor of Sport Coaching (Management) shares core elements of management principles and modern coaching that are increasingly encountered in the sport sector. In addition to this, you will gain several additional certifications that will accompany your degree. ACPE is also a proud member of the International Council for Coaching Excellence.

The Bachelor of Dance Practice qualification from the Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) is a specialised degree that will equip you with the necessary skills and experience to become a professional in the dance industry.

This course not only develops artistry, choreography and performance, but also extends into values and ethics, dance within a health context, technical production, safe dance practice, and more. As the dance industry evolves, so does employment. Combining creativity with industry placements and practical training is perfect for passionate individuals who are looking to build a solid career within the dance industry.

The Bachelor of Dance Practice is also a pathway course for the Bachelor of Dance Education, with the first year of both degrees being the same. If you meet the entry requirements, you don’t lose any times or credits when transferring into second year.

This course is delivered face-to-face at ACPE’s Sydney Olympic Park campus, with selected units available online.

The Bachelor of Education (Physical & Health Education) qualification from the Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) is perfect for those looking to pursue a career in physical and health education.

This degree will provide you with the graduate qualification to become a PDHPE teacher. Based on the Graduate Outcome Survey 2021, ACPE was recognised as having a 100% graduate employment rate for the course. Highly qualified and experienced lecturers will be delivering course content, making sure you’ll develop the skills that are needed to be a classroom-ready teacher. The Bachelor of Education (PHE) also incorporates units in both health and movement, as well as pedagogical and curriculum studies, all designed with the intention to equip you with requisite skills to become a teacher.

ACPE outshines competitors in the Quality Indicators of Learning and Teaching (QILT) Student Experience Survey, showcasing what students have said about their experience at ACPE. ACPE ranked number 1 for Education courses in Australia for learning resources and skills development in 2021.