Diploma in Sports (Coaching)
Description
The aim of the programme is to produce graduates who will ensure standards in club, national and international sports coaching. The objectives are to train students to appreciate the scientific principles underlying player quality and player management and also to understand the range of suitable techniques for team coaching and player development.
The programme is also designed to make students knowledgeable about various health or injury problems associated with poor training principles as well as understand the links between health and sports performance. Students are further trained to understand the links between Health, Physical Education and Sports performance as well as know the management principles of sports organizations.
Prospects/Career Options
Job opportunities are available in:
» Public and private organizations working in the fields of sports
» Keep Fit Clubs
» Sports Clubs
» Sports Organisations which need coaching services
Target Group
The target group for the programme include:
» SHS certificate holders
» Teachers
» Security personnel
» Sports personnel
Entry Requirement
A. WASSCE Candidates
• Must have Credit Passes (A1-C6) in five subjects comprising two core subjects, English Language and Maths (minimum grade of D7 or better), plus
• Credit passes (A1-C7) in three (3) elective subjects
A. SSSCE Candidates
• Credit passes (A-D) in five (5) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects, including English Language, Maths and Integrated Science OR Social Studies, plus
• Credit passes in two (2) elective subjects.
B. Mature Applicants
• Must be at least 25 years by 1st September of the year of application
Must hold:
• Teachers Certificate ‘A’ or Post-Secondary Certificate ‘A’
• SSSCE/WASSCE with passes in English Language and Mathematics or Certificate of professional training from a recognised institution.
• Must pass a departmental practical interview.
