New Zealand Certificate in Sport Coaching (Level 3)

(Sports Training and Development)

Zero Fees Programme

(*SIT2LRN $280 resource fee applies)

Gain a qualification while coaching your team. Contact us to arrange a delivery that suits your schedule.

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Are you coaching or thinking about coaching at your school or sport club?Have you been helping out from the sideline? Are you still playing, but are giving back by coaching a junior team? This is an opportunity to gain a deeper insight into sports coaching? The New Zealand Certificate in Sport Coaching may be the programme you are looking for.

Qualification: Certificate*

Level: 3

Credits: 40

Topics:

  • Injury prevention
  • Sports coaching
  • Sports conditioning
  • Exercise prescription
  • Nutrition

* Award issued by Southern Institute of Technology

Blended Delivery Model

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2025 Intakes

  1. 28 April to 18 July – Applications Close 14 April 2025
  2. 09 June to 29 August – Applications Close 26 May 2025
  3. 04 August to 24 October – Applications Close 21 July 2025
  4. 15 September to 05 December – Applications Close 01 September 2025
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FAQs

How do I enrol?

Register your interest on the links on this page, and Thomas Education will take you through the Enrolment Process.

Is the Course Zero Fees?

Yes, the Course is Zero Fees for New Zealand citizens completing the full qualification or Australian citizen/New Zealand Resident or Permanent Resident who will be residing in New Zealand for the duration of your enrolment.

There is a Direct material Cost: $7.00 per credit (incl GST), Total $280 paid to Southern Institute of Technology.

Are there any entry requirements?

Applicants should be a minimum of 17 years of age, and have attained NCEA Level 2, or demonstrate a likelihood of success in the New Zealand Certificate in Sport Coaching (Level 3) (sports training and development) programme of study. Likelihood of success may be demonstrated through a variety of means, including: relevant work experience (e.g. CV), letter of intent, achievement of Level 2 NCEA standards in human biology, or an interview.

How long does it take to complete the course?

Students can complete the New Zealand Certificate in Sports Coaching (Level 3) (Sports Training and Development) within one intake (12 weeks) or over two intakes (24 weeks).

How do I complete the course work?

You will need to be coaching a team. You will be guided through the online course work through scheduled in person tutorials, Live Online Tutorials, and one to one sessions with your Coach Educator.

How can I use this qualification?

This qualification can lead to employment (paid or volunteer) as a coach, primary or secondary school sports coach, or in a commercial park environment as a club coach or assistant coach. Graduates may also progress to higher level study.