Newcastle

High Performance Coach

A High Performance Coach provides specialised training for sportspeople and teams. You might develop techniques for improving individual performances or devise new strategies for boosting team goals. A High Performance Coach, or Athlete Coach, might work on player motivation, fitness, skills or teamwork. You might help sportspeople recover from injury or deal with other personal issues.

High Performance Coaches should have excellent leadership skills and be able to motivate sportspeople. Communication skills are essential and you’ll need to be able to understand individual needs and concerns. High Performance Coaches need good problem solving abilities and it’s important that you can be flexible with a range of coaching strategies.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a high performance coach?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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SIS50321

Diploma of Sport
Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $5,499
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sports Coach High Performance Coach Sports Development Officer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Sports Coach High Performance Coach Sports Development Officer
BSB50420

Diploma of Leadership and Management
Blended, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $6,068
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Team Leader Supervisor
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Team Leader Supervisor Project Coordinator Assistant Manager General Manager Area Manager Presales Consultant Regional Manager Service Director Team Administrator Governance Coordinator Creative Entrepreneur ICT Project Manager Data Miner Product Specialist Digital Project Manager Corporate Services Manager Account Manager Senior Risk Manager Park Manager Information Officer Customer Service Officer Life Coach Sports Facility Manager Landfill Supervisor Investigation Manager RTO Compliance Officer Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Innovation Coordinator Customer Success Manager Chief Innovation Officer Logistician Innovation Manager Event Planner Strata Manager Student Experience Officer Travel Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Conservation Manager Venue Manager Real Estate Agency Manager Bank Manager Aquaculture Manager Sustainable Farmer Winemaker Vineyard Manager Planning Officer Social Media Strategist Cellar Door Manager Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Radio Producer Accounting Manager Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Customer Experience Manager Innovation Strategist Operations Officer Customer Service Manager Fraud Analyst Financial Assistant Assistant Broker Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager Sales Analyst High Performance Coach Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Local Government Customer Service Assistant Reservations Manager HVAC Technician Council Member Bakery Manager Clinical Coder Grip Gaffer Driller Drilling Supervisor Service Manager Helicopter Pilot Flying Instructor Concreter Parts Manager Steel Fixer Executive Housekeeper Surveyor Assistant Plant Manager Fleet Manager + 92 more
BSB50120

Diploma of Business
Blended, Online
12 months
$0 - $6,318
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Office Manager Project Coordinator Small Business Owner
Governance Coordinator Scheduler Business Support Officer Regional Manager Project Officer Fitness Studio Manager Creative Entrepreneur Digital Business Strategist Data Miner Product Specialist Corporate Services Manager Account Manager Park Manager Buyer Information Officer Customer Service Officer Brand Ambassador Life Coach Community Engagement Officer Sports Facility Manager Landfill Supervisor Investigation Manager RTO Compliance Officer Intelligence Officer National Security Adviser Enrolment and Admissions Officer Innovation Coordinator Customer Success Manager Chief Innovation Officer ICT Sales Assistant Data Analytics Consultant Logistician Innovation Manager Purchasing Officer Quality Assurance Engineer Data Consultant IT Auditor Event Planner Strata Manager Planning Officer Student Experience Officer Travel Agency Manager Regional Coordinator Real Estate Agency Manager Bank Manager Aquaculture Manager Sustainable Farmer Customs and Border Protection Officer Winemaker Vineyard Manager Social Media Strategist Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Head of Digital Strategy Transformation Radio Producer Operational Risk Manager Accounting Manager Financial Controller Forensic Accountant Innovation Strategist New Home Sales Consultant Customer Service Manager Fraud Analyst Financial Assistant Assistant Broker Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager Sales Analyst High Performance Coach Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Local Government Administration Officer Reservations Manager HVAC Technician Bakery Manager Clinical Coder Fashion Photographer Portrait Photographer Screenplay Writer Grip Gaffer Driller Drilling Supervisor Concreter
+ 89 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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BSB40820

Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication
Online
8 - 18 months
$0 - $4,928
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Marketing Coordinator Digital Marketing Assistant Social Media Manager
Community Engagement Officer Copywriter Brand Ambassador Public Relations Officer Content Manager Marketing Officer Marketing Assistant Presales Consultant Junior Website Designer Creative Entrepreneur Account Manager Marketer Information Officer Social Media Coordinator Email Marketing Specialist Freelance Artist Digital Media Strategist Social Media Strategist Intelligence Officer Customer Success Manager ICT Sales Assistant Multimedia Designer Social Marketer Venue Manager Student Experience Officer Event Planner Cellar Door Manager Radio Producer Design Strategist E-Commerce Manager Library Assistant Museum Assistant Librarian Gym Manager Sales Representative Telemarketer Sales Analyst Fitness Centre Manager Sales Consultant High Performance Coach Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Reservations Manager Bakery Manager Fashion Photographer Portrait Photographer Screenplay Writer
+ 49 more

Graduate Diploma in High Performance Sport
Online
12 months
$23,642
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Performance Analyst Sports Scientist Strength and Conditioning Coach
High Performance Coach
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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Common questions

How can I become a high performance coach?

To become a high performance coach in Newcastle, you may want to consider completing the Diploma of Sport. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.

Are there training providers in Newcastle?

You can train to become a high performance coach by completing a qualification with Global Fitness Institute or Canberra Institute of Technology. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.

What study modes are available?

There are several campuses within the Newcastle area that provide high performance coach training. The closest campus is 120km away from the center of Newcastle. You can also study a high performance coach course through online learning. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.

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