Course Details Summary:
| Course Title: |
National Diploma: Coaching Science (eta)
NQF Level 5 |
| College: |
College SA |
| School: |
Sports and Fitness Studies |
| Programme Type: |
Partner Programme – National Qualification |
| Partner Institute: |
Exercise Training Academy (eta) |
| Award Type: |
eta Diploma (a minimum of 240 credits) |
| Award Issued by: |
The eta’s programmes are approved by the Council for Higher Education (CHE) and by the Tourism and Hospitality Education and Training Authority (THETA), and are accredited by the Council for Higher Education (CHE). |
| Course Duration: |
Recommended 24 months of study |
| Entrance Criteria: |
A Matric Certificate; OR
An NQF 4 Level Qualification; OR
You can apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): This means that we consider your age, working experience, and courses and training you have completed in determining whether you can be accepted into this course. |
| Please note: |
We must have a copy of your highest qualification before we can accept your registration. |
| Fees: |
Click Here to request the Course Fee |
What is Coaching Science?
Coaching Science involves everything from actual training methods, biomechanics and nutrition to social skills, communication and sport psychology. Students would therefore not only learn more about the physical part of coaching, but also gain insight into ways in which to manage players or athletes within a social environment. A coach needs to have extensive knowledge about the human body and how it could be trained to produce the best results for that athlete or player, but it is also very important to understand how to motivate that individual or team to improve performance.
The eta National Diploma: Coaching Science builds on the knowledge obtained in the eta National Certificate: Coaching Science, which means that at Diploma Level, the content is much more focused and goes into more detail than at Certificate Level. Closer attention is given to screening, training, assessment prosedures, exercise science and sport psychology. At first year level students can also choose to specialise in coaching two sports, one being a summer sport and the other a winter sport, while at second year level they are encouraged to pursue the sports they have chosen and then to enrol for either the sport federation coaching or officiating courses. The eta will gladly assist students in this regard, but please note that the cost of these courses is not included in the eta fees.
Why should I study Coaching Science?
Although it is very important for coaches to understand the biomechanics and physiology behind sports, being able to work with people is even more crucial. Not everyone is able to convey their thoughts and strategies in such a way that people are motivated and eager to apply it, so good coaches are always in demand. Whether you plan on coaching school sport teams or becoming a personal trainer at a gym, the principles behind good coaching remain the same. So, if you want to work in a sporting environment and coach athletes or players at intermediate or professional level, register for the eta National Diploma: Coaching Science today and obtain the qualification you need to realise your potential!
Is Coaching Science the RIGHT qualification for you?
Complete this quick and easy questionnaire to find out if the eta National Diploma: Coaching Science is the right qualification for you. Answer either YES or NO.
- Do you wish to register for a course that gives you both practical and theoretical experience?
- Do you wish to obtain a qualification that will be a useful tool in advancing your career in sport, fitness and coaching?
- Are you interested in nutrition, exercise and training?
- Do you need a Diploma which is recognised by industry both inside and outside South Africa?
- Do you consider yourself to be a team player and a people’s person?
- Are you organised, self-disciplined and driven to help people realise their potential?
- Would you complete a First Aid course and be willing to apply its principles in your daily routine?
If you answered YES to more than five of these questions, then the eta National Diploma: Coaching Science is the right qualification for you. We recommend that you register for this course right away! Call the College on 0800 21 23 22 to take the next step.
Or, are you still unsure? We recommend that you speak to one of our friendly Student Registrars who will be able to answer any questions you have. Call the College on 0800 21 23 22 so that we can help you choose the course that is right for YOU.
Other Sports and Fitness Related Courses You May Be Interested In
- National Certificate: Sport Management
- National Diploma: Sport Management
- National Certificate: Coaching Science
- National Certificate: Fitness
- National Diploma: Fitness – Exercise Specialist
- National Diploma: Fitness – Sport Conditioning
Call the College on 0800 21 23 22 to find out how you can register for one of these courses.
Course Structure Summary
In order to complete the eta National Diploma: Coaching Science students must complete all of the following Subjects:
Orientation Subject
First year Modules
- Life Skills for Coaches
- Sport and Exercise Science
- Applied Kinesiology and Training Methods
- Applied Coaching Science
- Coach Sport for Beginner to Intermediate Levels
- Screening, Assessment and Testing
- Special Needs in Coaching Sport
- Health and Safety
- Sport Team Management
Second year Modules
- Mental Skills
- Advanced Sport and Exercise Science
- Sport Injuries and Health Management
- Periodisation of Training
- Sport Nutrition
- Screening, Assessment and Sport Fitness Conditioning
- Sport Skills and Tactics
- Talent Identification and Sport Development
- Organisation of Sport and Business Management
Assessment and Award
Once you have successfully completed the necessary assignments prescribed by College SA, you may apply to write the examinations with the eta. Upon successful completion of your exams, you will be awarded with the National Diploma – Coaching Science.
After each successfully completed subject, students can contact the College to receive a Subject Completion Certificate.
Important Exam Information
Distance learning students follow a different exam procedure than full or part time students, as exams are not written in a classroom but rather online. How does this work? Well, whenever you are ready to write your exam, you simply send an email to the eta to request the paper. As soon as the eta receives your request, they will send you the exam paper electronically.
The eta is automatically notified once you have received the paper, so a timer would be activated. You must then complete the question paper and send it back within 12 hours of receipt. The question paper would only take you approximately 2 hours to complete, but we will allow you extra time to make sure that you filled in everything.
If you do not send the completed exam paper back within 12 hours after receiving it, the paper becomes invalid. You have then missed the deadline and would only have one other opportunity for reassessment.
PLEASE NOTE: You can only request papers between Monday and Friday and at all times you need to return it within 12 hours after receiving it. The eta also needs at least 24 hours written notice before they can send you the question paper, so you need to request it at least a day or two before you wish to write the exam.
Course Structure – Detailed Overview
Orientation Subject
- Tactics for Winning
- A College SA initiative to help you get orientated and organised with regards to your studies
First year Modules
- Life Skills for Coaches
- Operating a PC
- Plan and conduct research
- Values and ethics
- Operate as a coach
- Sport and Exercise Science
- Applied anatomy and biomechanics
- Applied Kinesiology and Training Methods
- Sport and exercise physiology
- Training methods
- Coach Sport for Beginner to Intermediate Levels
- Nutrition
- Sport psychology
- Planning practice sessions
- Sport skills
- Coaching beginner sport
- Screening, Assessment and Testing
- Special Needs in Coaching Sport
- Social issues, diversity and equity
- Special needs and disabilities
- Coaching disability sport
- Health and Safety
- HIV and AIDS
- Safety and risk management
- Sport Team Management
- Personal organisation
- Team work
- Workplace communication
- Organise and administer sport
- Team ethics
- Team management and logistics
Second year Modules
- Advanced Sport and Exercise Science
- Physiology
- Anatomical and biomechanical analysis for sport
- Sport Injuries and Health Management
- Communicable disease
- Chronic diseases of lifestyle and health management
- Periodisation of Training
- Sport Nutrition
- Nutrition, eating problems/disorders
- Sport nutrition and ergogenic aids
- Screening, Assessment and Sport Fitness Conditioning
- Sport Skills and Tactics
- Coaching intermediate and advanced performers
- Talent Identification and Sport Development
- Mentoring
- Personal growth and development
- Organisation of Sport and Business Management
- Organisation of sport in SA
- Workplace data systems
- Entrepreneurship
Handy Checklist
For your convenience, we are including a handy checklist so that you can be sure that you have all the information that you need. Don’t forget, if you have absolutely any questions, please contact the College on 0800 21 23 22 to speak to one of friendly Student Registrars.
- Course Fees – get this from your Student Registrar.
- Study Material – ALL the books and Study Material that you need to pass this Course (the Prescribed material) are included in your College Course Fees.
- Exam Fees – this is already included in your Course Fees.
Did you know?
If you are in a hurry to start your studies, you can request to have your study material sent to you via Courier! This means that you will get everything that you need to start studying VERY quickly. Phone the College NOW and request the Courier option - 0800 21 23 22.
Interested? Want to find out MORE?
If you would like to find out more about the eta National Diploma: Coaching Science, fill in this short Form and then one of our friendly Student Registrars will respond to your questions and will provide you with all the information you need.
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