Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 7:33 AM AWST
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Diploma of Sport
Diploma of Sport
SIS50319
BEU3
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 11/09/2019 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply the skills and knowledge to pursue a range of roles within the Australian sport industry.
They work or volunteer at community-based sport clubs and organisations in the Australian sport industry.
Individuals with this qualification are involved in the self-directed application of knowledge and skills, and the provision of leadership and support to colleagues. They work autonomously and coordinate and supervise others.
Possible job titles include:
High performance coach
Sport development manager
Talent manager.
Specific industry accreditation requirements may apply to sport-specific coaching accreditation and information should be obtained from the relevant National Sporting Organisation (NSO).
^ From 1 July 2022 the elective unit HLTAID003 must no longer be delivered and will be replaced in the Packaging Rules by the unit HLTAID011 - for more information see: https://asqa.gov.au/news-events/news/reminder-about-superseded-hlt-first-aid-units
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fourteen (14) units must be completed:- three (3) core units
- eleven (11) elective units, consisting of:
- at least nine (9) units from the electives below
- up to two (2) elective units which can be selected from elsewhere in the SIS Training Package, or from any other current Training Package or accredited course.
Packaging Rules for each specialisation:
- all Group A electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Sport (Coaching)
- all Group A and Group B electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Sport (Golf Professional)
- all Group C electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Sport (Sport Development)
- all Group A and Group D electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Sport (Swimming Coaching)
- all Group A and Group E electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Sport (Equestrian Coaching).
The selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the complexity of skills appropriate to the AQF level of this qualification. Electives which appear in italics have prerequisite units of competency
1. Core Units
All three (3) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWQ43 | SITXHRM003 | Lead and manage people | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WG740 | HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUM52 | BSBRSK501 | Manage risk | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Coaching Elective Units
All Group A electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Sport (Coaching).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBE15 | SISSSCO008 | Apply anti-doping policies | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBE16 | SISSSCO007 | Apply sport psychology principles | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBE14 | SISSSCO011 | Manage integrity in sport | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OBE21 | SISSSCO003 | Meet participant coaching needs | 65 | Unit of competency |
| OBE20 | SISSSCO004 | Plan, conduct and review coaching programs | 65 | Unit of competency |
| WG732 | HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Golf Professional Elective Units
Group A and Group B electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Sport (Golf Professional).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBE44 | SISSGLF001 | Coach advanced level golfers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBE41 | SISSGLF004 | Fit and alter golf equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OBE38 | SISSGLF007 | Manage on-course golf operations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBE40 | SISSGLF005 | Manage the structure and facilitation of golf competitions and tournaments | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBE39 | SISSGLF006 | Participate in high performance golf tournaments | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Sport Development Elective Units
All Group C electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Sport (Sport Development).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC98 | SISXMGT001 | Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVD10 | SISXFIN001 | Develop and review budgets for activities or projects | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OBD91 | SISXIND008 | Manage legal compliance in sport and recreation | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AUH54 | BSBADM502 | Manage meetings | 50 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D Swimming Coaching Elective Unit
All Group A and Group D electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Sport (Swimming Coaching).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBE00 | SISSSWM003 | Coach swimmers up to an elite level | 70 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E Equestrian Coaching Elective Units
All Group A and Group E electives must be selected for award of the Diploma of Sport (Equestrian Coaching).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBE45 | SISSEQS003 | Coach official national competition participants in equestrian | 70 | Unit of competency |
| BBD52 | ACMPHR403 | Evaluate equine training methodologies | 45 | Unit of competency |
| BBF18 | ACMPHR505 | Manage fitness in performance horses | 45 | Unit of competency |
| BBD65 | ACMPHR402 | Manage horses to meet performance horse sport requirements | 80 | Unit of competency |
7. Group F General Elective Units
The remaining units may be chosen from Group F.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J513 | SIS50512 | Diploma of Sport Coaching | Qualification |
| J514 | SIS50612 | Diploma of Sport Development | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BHE0 | SIS50321 | Diploma of Sport | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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