Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 February 2022 are the new confrimed dates for Day 1 and Day 2 of the Level 3 Coaching Course.

The Level 3 Performance Development Coach course is for coaches who are working with:

• Athletes between 16 and 19 years of age (Training II Stage of the FIT Development Model) and are looking to commence specialisation in a chosen event group and compete at regional, state or national-level competitions
  OR 
• Recreational runners 18 years and older looking to achieve specific performance objectives in 3km - Marathon events. 

To succesfully complete this level of accreditation, coaches are required to complete a four-day course in addition to pre- and post- course work that must be completed and submitted online. 

Days 1 & 2: To be completed by all coaches
Days 3 & 4: Divided by Event Group. Only enrol in your preferred event group (event group specific coach courses will follow the initial Day 1 & 2 course)

The course aims to empower coaches to design and lead effective training programs based on peer-reviewed evidence and the knowledge and experience from leading Australian coaches. The focus of the course will be on planning and achieving long-term development of athlete performance, with an eye for establishing positive training habits that will prepare athletes for the elite pathway.  

Course Length

Pre-Course Work
Online Modules 1.5 Hours

Teaching Hours
16 Hours (2 days x 8 hours)

Post-Course Work
Reading: 5 Hours + 
Online Modules: 5 Hours
Exam: 1.5 Hours

Expected Competencies 

3-PD-1: Design an effective season training program for an athlete targeting entry in the national Junior or Open Championships

3–PD-2: Effectively prepare and deliver warm up, mobility exercises, event-specific drills, strength and conditioning (including plyometrics), active recovery and pool sessions in an athlete’s training program. 

3–PD-3: Prescribe and monitor a training program that develops the biomotor abilities of athletes, with consideration of the priorities of their event group. 

3–PD-4: Understand the roles and responsibilities of athletes and coaches in regards to anti-doping.

3–PD-5: Understand methods to monitor and effectively manage training load for optimal performance and injury prevention.

3–PD-6: Use basic sports psychology techniques to optimise athlete performance. 

3–PD-7: Understand the basics of human anatomy and how it relates to athletic performance. 

3–PD-8: Have an advanced understanding of the selected event-group, including drills, faults, cause and corrections. 

3–PD-9: Use a range of methods, including using technology, to effectively analyse and provide feedback on an athlete’s technical model. 

3–PD-10: Use a range of coaching methods in the preceeding weeks and on the day to prepare an athlete for optimum performance at a target competition. 

Pre-Course Work

All participants are required to complete the following modules prior to attending the Level 3 Performance Development Coach course. 

• Level 1 and 2 Review Exam

• Level 1 ASADA Education Course

Course Curriculum

Day 1

• Self-Reflection

• Goal Setting

• Inclusive Coaching Principles

• Personality and Coaching Communication

Day 2

• Gym-based Strength and Conditioning

• Reactive Strength
• Pool-based Strength and Conditioning
• Recovery
• Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation

Post-Course Work

• All participants are required to complete the following requirements to gain and maintain their coaching accreditation. 

• Online Modules (Anatomy and Biomechanics, Coaching Process, Nutrition, Sports Psychology, Sports Safety,  Planning and Physiology)

• Coaching Self-Reflection
• Post-Course Assessment Task (Part A: Short Answer, Part B: Scenario Response, Part C: Programming)

Key Contact

For any questions on the Level 3 Performance Development Coach Course, please contact Matt at development@actlaa.org.au.