Becoming a Coach
The ARU, in consultation with the State Unions is responsible for course content and accreditation. Coaching programs can be divided into two categories:
- Accreditation Courses
- Smart Rugby (2 year qualification)
- Level One
- Level Two
- Level Three
- Certificate Courses (non-accredited);
- Foundation Course
- Coaching Kids Rugby
Accreditation courses are registered with the Australian Sports Commission and coaches have a 'licence' for four (4) years. After that time the coach must either re-accredit or complete a higher level of coaching accreditation.
Each State Union run numerous courses during the year at major venues with professionally trained staff. For information on course dates and venues, contact your local State Union office.
The coaching structure in Australia for accredited coures is as follows:
structure
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| Accreditation Level |
Course Summary |
Coaching |
Course Presenter |
|
Level 1
|
Pre-requisites |
18 years of Age
SmartRugby Compliant
|
State Coaching Coordinator |
| |
Duration |
It is recommended that participants attend a Foundation Course 1 day |
Professionally trained Level II / III Accredited |
| |
Assessments |
Workbook; Coach/Law Exam; mentor session; & ARU Assessor |
ARU Trained Assessors |
| |
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| Level 2 |
Pre-requisites |
Level 1 + 1 yrs Coaching Experience or RPL/RCC; SmartRugby Compliant |
State Coaching Coordinator and/or ARU |
| |
Duration |
3 days |
Professionally trained level II/III Acredited |
| |
Assessment |
Workbook; 60 hrs practical coaching; Law exam; ARU Assessor |
ARU trained assessors |
| |
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| Level 3 |
Pre-requisutes |
Level II Accredited; Attend Advanced Coaching Seminars; 7 yrs Coaching Experience; SmartRugby Compliant |
ARU or Consultant |
| |
Duration |
12 months |
ARU Coach Education Manager |
| |
Assessment |
2 x 4 day Camps; Monthly assignments; major written project |
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Advanced Coaching Seminars
State Unions often run Advanced Seminars for Level II coaches with experience. These act as 'up-date' courses and will aid in the re-accreditation process.