New Zealand Certificate in Sport Coaching

In the New Zealand Certificate in Sport Coaching, you’ll learn about best practice coaching techniques and strategies. From here, you’ll put them into practice by coaching individuals and teams, and use this experience to reflect and improve upon your own coaching style within your chosen sports code. 

You’ll learn about sports training session design and key facilitation skills that will contribute towards the development and management of athletes and sports teams. You’ll also learn about injury prevention and risk management techniques to ensure the safety of participants during sports coaching sessions. 

You’ll develop an understanding of how psychological methods and skills can be used to enhance the performance of athletes and teams, and how to proactively manage conflict to foster a positive sporting environment.