Certificate III in Sport - Athlete

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This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who apply the skills and knowledge to undertake a career as an athlete at a regional, state or national level in a specific sport in the Australian sport industry. Athletes at this level may have access to match-payments, prize money, grants or endorsements as the primary source of their income.

This qualification provides a pathway to work as an athlete. Individuals with this qualification train for events, work with coaches and support staff, compete in sport at a regional, state or territory level and undertake promotional duties. They possess a range of well-developed skills where discretion and judgement are required. They are responsible for their own outputs under the guidance of a coach.

The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

  • Financial help

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

  • On-the-job training

    • Completing this course through a traineeship can help you to learn the skills you need.

    This traineeship is available:

    • Professional Athlete

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Through traineeship:
      18 months
    • Qualification only:
      1–2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Workplace-based
    • Some classroom learning
    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Practical learning

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Develop and apply knowledge of personal finances Core
Develop athlete personal brand Core
Maintain personal wellbeing as an athlete Core
Organise personal work priorities Core
Participate in workplace health and safety Core
Work as an athlete Core
Apply business risk management processes Elective
Book athlete travel and accommodation Elective
Continuously improve officiating skills and knowledge Elective
Follow specialist dietary advice Elective
Maintain activity equipment Elective
Make presentations Elective
Officiate sport competitions Elective
Operate application software packages Elective
Participate in Australian football at an advanced level Elective
Participate in conditioning for sport Elective
Participate in cricket at an advanced level Elective
Participate in golf at an advanced level Elective
Participate in sport at an advanced level Elective
Prepare and present athlete sponsorship proposals Elective
Provide First Aid Elective
Provide hire equipment for activities Elective
Respond to emergency situations Elective
Work as an official in sport Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate III in Sport - Athlete sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Footballer (Soccer, Rugby and AFL)

    ANZSCO 452411

    Footballers (Soccer, Rugby and AFL) play football professionally in competitions.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Golfer

    ANZSCO 452412

    Golfers play golf professionally in tournaments, or as a resident professional, and organise golf-related activities.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Jockey

    ANZSCO 452413

    Jockeys ride horses in competitive races, race trials, and for exercise.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Lifeguard

    ANZSCO 452414

    Lifeguards look after the safety of people at beaches or swimming pools, through accident prevention and rescue, and educating the public on water safety.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Other Sportsperson

    ANZSCO 452499

    Other Sportspersons includes jobs like Athlete, Cricketer, Cyclist, Racing Driver, Surfer, and Tennis Player.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Sport - Athlete

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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