Sport Ireland Coaching has collaborated with Munster Technological University (MTU) on an exciting new award, the Diploma in Sports Coach Development. I would appreciate if you could circulate this information to your Coach Developer/Tutor network.
DIPLOMA IN SPORTS COACH DEVELOPMENT
Sport Ireland Coaching has collaborated with Munster Technological University (MTU) on an exciting new award, the Diploma in Sports Coach Development. The programme is aimed at Coach/Instructor Developers who are actively supporting the development of sports coaches, as well as other sport and physical activity professionals who wish to deepen their understanding of learning theory, leadership theory and reflective practice with a supportive practical learning environment.
This is a part-time blended learning programme delivered over one semester. It includes three 2-day intensive learning blocks at MTU Kerry North Campus (see table below for dates) as well as online learning and self-directed study. Further details are available on the MTU webpage – TLSASCDU | Munster Technological University – MTU
Coach Developers who have completed the Sport Ireland Certificate in Sports Coach Development programme are eligible to apply for the Diploma. The application deadline is 29 May, and applications must be submitted directly to MTU.
For Coach Developers/Instructor Developers who do not hold the Sport Ireland’s Certificate (e.g. those with an older Tutor or Coach Developer qualification, completed prior to the QQI accredited programme), MTU offers the Special Purpose Award in Applied Practices in Sports Coach Development. More information is available here TLSASCCU | Munster Technological University – MTU. Please note that this pathway does not lead to the Diploma.
This is an exciting opportunity for Coach Developers and Instructor Developers to further develop their knowledge, skills and professional practice. It may also provide a pathway to future undergraduate and postgraduate study in areas related to sport, sport coaching and sport coach development.