International Projects College of Education PROPOSAL FOR International Inbound Short Course In "The secret is to work less as individuals and more as a team. As a coach, I play not my eleven best, but my best eleven." - Knute Rockne
This short course in is based on the Internationally recognized Bachelor of Degree taught over three years by the School of Sciences and Physical Education at the College of Education, University of Canterbury. The Bachelor of Sport (BSpC) is a qualification for people who wish to enhance their coaching knowledge and practice. It prepares students for a career in sport coaching and related fields. Using an athlete-centred approach, students are trained to provide opportunities for learning in the sport context. The programme provides a link between theory and practice, whereby students have supervised coaching practice with other students, sports clubs and schools. It also allows students to develop skills which can be useful in roles beyond coaching such as coaching co-ordinators for clubs; community groups and sporting federations; work in regional and national sporting organizations in various roles; sport development officers for community groups; sports co-ordinators in schools; sport trainers; mental skill trainers; exercise scientists; recreational officers and community educators. This course offers an intensive, four week summary of the core content of the BSpC and will focus on Exercises Sciences including Anatomy, Physiology, Motor Learning and Biomechanics, Psychology, Learning, Athlete Centred Leadership. The School has previously carried out other, intensive short courses in at national and international level, including recently for the High Performance Coaches of the national New Zealand Cricket Association. practice or Practicum will be a part of the course and will facilitate the development of critical thinking and self-reflective analysis using video of their coaching as a tool. Assessment of the development of the course participants will be based on the Practicum and a final presentation to the group and tutors. Course participants will also visit high-level sport and recreational facilities, to meet, observe and question current practitioners. Recreational visits to areas of cultural and scenic significance in the Canterbury region will also be carried out. Due to the demands for interaction with native English speakers during this course a degree of proficiency in English Language proficiency is required. The entry recommendation is IELTS 7 or equivalent.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE *To develop coaches who understand the practice and importance of holistic development. *To apply knowledge within an athlete centred approach. *To prepare coaches who are able to work up to international level. *To develop a broad knowledge of Science and Pedagogy. *To develop critical analysis and reflection on knowledge, practice and application of coaching Principles. SKILLS DEVELOPED DURING THE COURSE *Initiative and innovation. *Analysis, evaluation, reflection and conceptualization. *Flexibility and adaptability within changing sporting environments. *Critical reflection on current coaching practice. *Oral and written communication. *Quality leadership. *Ability to apply skills and interact with athletes from a diverse range of backgrounds and abilities. *Ability to analyse and evaluate one's own coaching and ensure quality outcomes. *Ability to plan and organize continued Professional Development. *Ability to understand and critically analyse the sporting environment. *Ability to understand administrative policies and procedures and ensure professional integrity. ACCOMMODATION DURING THE COURSE The University of Canterbury will organize accommodation for the duration of the course. This will be in Halls of Residence on the University campus with a self-catering or full-catered option. The University will also organize transfers to and from Christchurch International Airport.
Monday 21/Jan/2013 Welcome Mihi Whakatau Tuesday 22/Jan/2013 Needs Assessment Expectations Course Overview Week One Wednesday Thursday 23/Jan/2013 24/Jan/2013 9.00 10.30am Learning 1 Anatomy and Physiology Friday 25/Jan/2013 Guest Speaker Saturday 26/Jan/2013 Campus Tour Issue UC Cards Health and Rec Centres and services 11.00am 12.30pm Learning 1 Anatomy and Physiology Guest Speaker NZ Culture/History overview City Tour NZ Culture/History overview City Tour Learning 1 Learning 1 1.30 3.00pm Anatomy and Physiology 3.30-4.30pm Anatomy and Physiology Individual or small group work on Sport- or Need-specific Project for coaching to be prepared and presented for assessment Individual or small group work on Sport- or Need-specific Project for coaching to be prepared and presented for assessment
Monday 28/Jan/2013 Learning 2 Tuesday 29/Jan/2013 Psychology 1 Week Two Wednesday Thursday 30/Jan/2013 31/Jan/2013 9.00 10.30am Visits to Sport Athlete and Rec Centred facilities and workplaces Observation and Q&A Friday 01/Feb/2013 Guest Speaker Saturday 02/Feb/2013 Learning 2 Psychology 1 11.00am 12.30pm Visits to Sport Athlete and Rec Centred facilities and workplaces Observation and Q&A Guest Speaker Learning 2 Learning 2 Psychology 1 Psychology 1 1.30 3.00pm Visits to Sport Athlete and Rec Centred facilities and workplaces Observation and Q&A 3.30-4.30pm Visits to Sport Athlete and Rec Centred facilities and workplaces Observation and Q&A Individual or small group work on Sport- or Need-specific Project for coaching to be prepared and presented for assessment Individual or small group work on Sport- or Need-specific Project for coaching to be prepared and presented for assessment
Monday 04/Feb/2013 Learning 3 Learning 3 Learning 3 Learning 3 Tuesday 05/Feb/2013 Biomechanics Biomechanics Biomechanics Biomechanics Week Three Wednesday Thursday 06/Feb/2013 07/Feb/2013 9.00 10.30am sport in Psychology 2 schools or Code specific coaching visits 11.00am 12.30pm sport in schools or Code specific coaching visits sport in schools or Code specific coaching visits sport in schools or Code specific coaching visits Psychology 1.30 3.00pm 3.30-4.30pm Psychology Psychology Friday 08/Feb/2013 Plan and carry out a coaching activity. Applying theory to practice with CoE Students or Schools or Clubs Plan and carry out a coaching activity. Applying theory to practice with CoE Students or Schools or Clubs Plan and carry out a coaching activity. Applying theory to practice with CoE Students or Schools or Clubs Plan and carry out a coaching activity. Applying theory to practice with CoE Students or Schools or Clubs Saturday 09/Feb/2013 Free Day
Monday 11/Feb/2013 Leadership Tuesday 12/Feb/2013 Exercise Science for Aerobic and Anaerobic sports Week Four Wednesday Thursday 13/Feb/2013 14/Feb/2013 9.00 10.30am Prepare and Presentations Practice for Video Presentation Recorded for feedback session Friday 15/Feb/2013 Course Evaluation and Appraisal Leadership Exercise Science for Aerobic and Anaerobic sports 11.00am 12.30pm Prepare and Practice for Presentation Presentations Video Recorded for feedback session Presentation of Certificates Farewell lunch Leadership Leadership Exercise Science for Aerobic and Anaerobic sports Exercise Science for Aerobic and Anaerobic sports Prepare and Practice for Presentation Prepare and Practice for Presentation 1.30 3.00pm 3.30-4.30pm Presentations Video Recorded for feedback session/ Feedback from Tutors Feedback from Tutors
Course ent Descriptors Introduction to : The necessary coaching and pedagogical skills to plan and implement successful coaching sessions. Learning: Equip participants to plan and implement quality coaching sessions that are appropriate to athlete learning characteristics, needs and concerns. Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology: Foundation understanding of anatomy and physiology as each relates to sporting participation and performance. Psychology: psychology theories and techniques used for maximising performance and satisfaction in sport. Athlete Centred : Conceptualize and evaluate the concept of athlete-centred coaching within an evolving coaching philosophy. Biomechanics: Provides knowledge of the structure and function of the mechanical principles governing movement, with an emphasis on human motion. Leadership: Looking at the interrelatedness of leadership, power and culture and the effects these factors have on a positive team and organisational environment. Exercise Science for Aerobic and Anaerobic : A comprehensive examination of the exercise science essential for coaching aerobic and anaerobic sport athletes
Accommodation costs will be $980 per person based on a 4 week stay in a University of Canterbury Dormitory at current prices; including $100 per student admin charge. This accommodation is selfcatering but a meal package option can be arranged at an additional cost. Likely Pricing Structure (all in NZD) Number of Students Course Cost per student Plus Accommodation Total Cost per Student 10-14 $2680 $980 $3660 15-19 $2500 $980 $3480 20-24 $2375 $980 $3355 25+ $2280 $980 $3260 This figure does not include mandatory insurance.