Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 11:00 AM AWST
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Certificate IV in Sport Coaching
Certificate IV in Sport Coaching
SIS40512
J511
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 21/07/2015 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 1.00 | 06/03/2013 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply the skills and knowledge to pursue a career as a coach. Likely functions for someone with this qualification include observing the performance of athletes to determine the required level of instruction, and planning, conducting and evaluating individualised and team training programs. Those with this qualification would supervise training and provide in competition assistance to athletes including supporting their psychological preparation and conducting post competition analysis of both performance and strategy. They would also be responsible for athlete support needs in conjunction with other personnel. Those with this qualification may also be responsible for the output of others and undertake broader business functions including long and short term planning.
Job roles
The following is an indicative job role for this qualification.
coach.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSEntry to SIS40512 Certificate IV in Sport Coaching is open to those who hold current first aid and CPR certification AND National Coaching Accreditation Scheme (NCAS) registration in a chosen sport.
PACKAGING RULES
Twenty two (22) units must be completed:
- fifteen (15) core units
- seven (7) elective units, consisting of:
- all the units in any one (1) of Groups A to K
- the remaining to make up the required seven (7) elective units from General electives; up to three (3) of these remaining units may be selected from SIS10, or any current accredited course or other Training Package, and must be first packaged at AQF level 4.
In all cases selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).
1. Core Units
All fifteen (15) units must be completed.
2. Group A - AFL
All the units in any one (1) of the Groups A to K must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6538 | SISSAFL406A | Teach the intermediate skills of Australian Football | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D6539 | SISSAFL407A | Teach the intermediate tactics of Australian Football | 35 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B - Competitive Canoeing
All the units in any one (1) of the Groups A to K must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6574 | SISSCNO406A | Teach the advanced skills and tactics of flatwater canoeing | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D6575 | SISSCNO407A | Teach the advanced skills and tactics of slalom canoeing | 50 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C - Cricket
All the units in any one (1) of the Groups A to K must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6567 | SISSCKT408A | Teach the advanced skills of cricket | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D6568 | SISSCKT409A | Teach the advanced tactics and strategies of cricket | 40 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D - Equestrian
All the units in any one (1) of the Groups A to K must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6585 | SISSEQS302A | Demonstrate basic dressage and show horse skills | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D6369 | SISOEQO408A | Determine nutritional requirements for horses | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D6832 | AHCHBR306A | Prevent and treat equine injury and disease | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D6586 | SISSEQS404A | Teach the intermediate skills of riding on the flat | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D6587 | SISSEQS405A | Teach the intermediate skills of riding over fences | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D6370 | SISOEQO409A | Train and condition horses | 20 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E - Netball
All the units in any one (1) of the Groups A to K must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5608 | SISSSTC402A | Develop strength and conditioning programs | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D6603 | SISSNTB407A | Teach intermediate level netball skills | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D6604 | SISSNTB408A | Teach intermediate level netball tactics and game strategy | 40 | Unit of competency |
7. Group F - Rugby League
All the units in any one (1) of the Groups A to K must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6615 | SISSRGL409A | Teach advanced level Rugby League game skills | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6616 | SISSRGL410A | Teach advanced level Rugby tactics and game strategy | 40 | Unit of competency |
8. Group G - Surfing
All the units in any one (1) of the Groups A to K must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6500 | SISOSRF202A | Demonstrate basic surfing manoeuvres in controlled conditions | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D6508 | SISOSRF410A | Instruct advanced surfing skills | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6504 | SISOSRF406A | Perform advanced level surfing manoeuvres | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D6501 | SISOSRF303A | Perform intermediate level surfing manoeuvres | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6505 | SISOSRF407A | Perform rescues in moderate to difficult surf conditions | 30 | Unit of competency |
9. Group H - Surf Life Saving
All the units in any one (1) of the Groups A to K must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5614 | SISSSUR406A | Officiate advanced level surf life saving competitions | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D5613 | SISSSUR405A | Teach the advanced skills of surf life saving | 40 | Unit of competency |
10. Group I - Swimming
All the units in any one (1) of the Groups A to K must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5616 | SISSSWM302A | Plan a program for a competitive swimmer | 40 | Unit of competency |
11. Group J - Tennis
All the units in any one (1) of the Groups A to K must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WG042 | SISSTNS309 | Coach green stage tennis players | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG041 | SISSTNS308 | Coach orange stage tennis players | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG040 | SISSTNS307 | Coach red stage tennis players | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG043 | SISSTNS410 | Coach stroke production for intermediate tennis players | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG044 | SISSTNS411 | Coach tactics for intermediate tennis players | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG038 | SISSTNS205 | Interpret and apply the rules and regulations of tennis | 10 | Unit of competency |
12. Group K - Volleyball
All the units in any one (1) of the Groups A to K must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5628 | SISSVOL403A | Teach the advanced skills of volleyball | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5629 | SISSVOL404A | Teach the advanced tactics and strategies of volleyball | 30 | Unit of competency |
13. General Elective Units
The remaining units to make up the required seven (7) elective units may be chosen from the general elective units.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D441 | SIS40510 | Certificate IV in Sport Coaching | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEU8 | SIS40319 | Certificate IV in Sport Coaching | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
Entry to SIS40512 Certificate IV in Sport Coaching is open to those who hold current first aid and CPR certification AND National Coaching Accreditation Scheme (NCAS) registration in a chosen sport.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
