Sports Coaching (Certificate)
Why choose this course?
- You can focus on your own discipline such as Golf or a specific Martial Art, and you'll gain all the knowledge and skills you need to start sports coaching in your chosen area.
- We've developed this programme alongside professionals from governing and representative bodies'.
- You'll be taught by our experienced tutors, who have coached Olympic, World, European, Commonwealth and Ryder Cup Champions. You will also have the chance to be taught by elite athletes and their coaches.
- You'll gain an understanding of the growth of the sports industry, and the job opportunities within the sports coaching.
- You can apply direct to us giving you the opportunity to discuss your requirements - simply contact Natasha Willis on 01332 594622, n.willis@derby.ac.uk or apply online at www.derby.ac.uk/applyonline.
About the course
On this course you'll learn how to plan, conduct and evaluate coaching programmes. You will gain the skills you need to analyse performance data, and convert this into coaching and training regimes.
Helping your career
You'll have all the skills you need to work in sports coaching, and you'll be qualified to assist other coaches in elite performance programmes. As a sports coach you'll be able to help sports participants develop their skills and fulfil their potential. As you gain experience and qualifications, you could move into lecturing, sports development, management or administration.
You could go on to study for a further qualification, such as the University Diploma in Sports Coaching and continue your studies with a postgraduate qualification such as the MSc in Sports Coaching.
How you'll learn
This course is delivered through a combination of online courses and three weekend workshops. Throughout the course you'll be able to study online, and you'll also need to attend the weekend sessions at the University of Derby Buxton Campus.
Anything else?
To apply for this course
Please contact Natasha Willis on 01332 594622, n.willis@derby.ac.uk or apply online at www.derby.ac.uk/applyonline.
Course length
You'll study this course for 6 - 8 months part time.
Course fees
The cost of this course is £540.
