Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation
SIS30122
Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation - SIS30122
Course Overview
This qualification reflects the role of individuals with well-developed skills and knowledge required to deliver recreational services. Using discretion and judgement, they work with some independence and under limited supervision using clearly defined plans, policies, and procedures to guide work activities.
Specialisations are available for customer service officers, recreation officers, pool lifeguards, and swim teachers but are not mandatory to achieve this qualification.
Careers & study pathways
Where can this course take me?
This qualification provides a pathway to work for any type of aquatic or recreation organisation, including commercial, not-for-profit, community, and government organisations.
Possible job titles include:
- Recreation officer
- Activity operation officer
- Sport and recreation attendant
- Community activities officer
- Leisure services officer
- Pool lifeguard
- Swim teacher
Further study
After graduating, students might like to continue their studies with:
- SIS40122 Certificate IV in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation
- SIS50122 Diploma of Sport, Aquatics and Recreation Management
- SIS40321 Certificate IV in Sport Coaching
- SIS40421 Certificate IV in Sport Development
- SIS50321 Diploma of Sport
Course details
Upcoming dates and times
Choose a location below to learn more about when this course is offered and on which days you’ll need to attend.
Online Campus
(10 commencing soon)
Open From: 29-Mar-2024 - Traineeship - Part time - Online Classes & Workplace Training
Open From: 29-Jun-2024 - Traineeship - Part time - Online Classes & Workplace Training
Open From: 21-Sep-2024 - Traineeship - Part time - Online Classes & Workplace Training
Swim Teacher Specialisation - Open From: 29-Mar-2024 - Traineeship - Part time - Online Classes & Workplace Training
Swim Teacher Specialisation - Open From: 29-Jun-2024 - Traineeship - Part time - Online Classes & Workplace Training
Swim Teacher Specialisation - Open From: 21-Sep-2024 - Traineeship - Part time - Online Classes & Workplace Training
Pool Lifeguard Specialisation - Open From: 29-Mar-2024 - Traineeship - Part time - Online Classes & Workplace Training
Pool Lifeguard Specialisation - Open From: 29-Jun-2024 - Traineeship - Part time - Online Classes & Workplace Training
Pool Lifeguard Specialisation - Open From: 21-Sep-2024 - Traineeship - Part time - Online Classes & Workplace Training
RPL Only - Open From: 26-Feb-2024 - Traineeship - Part time - Online Classes & Workplace Training
Study units
Take a look at some of the subjects you’ll be studying when you take this course.
This course requires a total of 15 units: 6 core and 9 elective.
Core units
6 unit(s)
- BSBWHS308 Participate in WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control processes
- HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
- SISXCCS004 Provide quality service
- SISXEMR003 Respond to emergency situations
- SISXFAC006 Maintain activity equipment
- SISXIND011 Maintain sport, fitness and recreation industry knowledge
Elective units
8 unit(s)
- SISSSCO001 Conduct sport coaching sessions with foundation level participants
- SISSSOF002 Continuously improve officiating skills and knowledge
- SISSSOF003 Officiate sport competitions
- SISXIND012 Select and use technology for sport, fitness and recreation work
- SISXMGT002 Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships
- SISXPLD002 Deliver recreation sessions
- SISXPLD004 Facilitate groups
- SISXPLD005 Facilitate inclusion for people with disability
Attendance & commitment
Traineeship blended delivery | 1-year course length | Part-time study load
Students are expected to:
- Spend 5 days (35 hours) per week working in industry, where they will consolidate their learning
- Spend approximately 6-7 hours per week working through their course materials, research, revision, and completion of assessments.
- Attend regular virtual catch-ups with their trainer, timing is arranged directly with the trainer.
- Meet with their trainer at their place of work at least 4 times per year.
School-Based Apprenticeship Traineeship blended delivery | 2 years course length | Part-time study load
Students are expected to:
- Spend 1 day (7 hours) per week working in industry, where they will consolidate their learning.
- Spend approximately 6 hours per week working through their course materials, research, revision, and completion of assessments.
- Attend regular virtual catch-ups with their trainer, timing is arranged directly with the trainer.
- Meet with their trainer at their place of work at least 4 times per year.
Before you begin
Entry requirements
GOTAFE entry requirements
Before being accepted into the course applicants:
- Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to ensure the required literacy and numeracy levels for the course are met.
- Undertake a Pre-training Review by interview to ensure the course suits their needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.
- Prospective Traineeship or Apprenticeship students are required to apply through an Apprenticeship Network Provider with their employer to organise their apprenticeship contract prior to applying for this course.
- Prospective VDSS students are required to apply through your School's VET coordinator or Careers advisor.
Industry requirements
- Sport, fitness, and recreation personnel must comply with general laws common to all industries and business types that regulate various issues, e.g. workplace health and safety, and consumer protection.
- Sport, fitness, and recreation personnel regularly coach, lead, or instruct minors (those under 18 years). They are required to complete Working with Children checks.
Technical requirements
Students must have:
- A laptop/computer with internet access.
- Access to a digital camera or video camera for visual and audio assessment tasks.
- General stationary (pens, pencils, rulers).
Pool Lifeguard Specialisation
This specialisation is available to prospective students who are currently completing or have successfully completed First Aid and a Pool Lifeguard certificate, which contains the following units of competency SISCAQU019, SISCAQU020, SISCAQU021, SISCAQU022, HLTAID011, HLTAID009. Students will be required to provide a copy of the certificate/transcript or confirmation of enrolment into a Pool Lifeguard course, which contains the units of competency.
Swim Teacher Specialisation
This specialisation is available to prospective students who are currently completing or have successfully completed First Aid and a Pool Lifeguard certificate, which contains the following units of competency, SISCAQU023, SISCAQU024, SISCAQU025, SISCAQU026, HLTAID011, HLTAID009. Students will be required to provide a copy of the certificate/transcript or confirmation of enrolment into a Swim teacher course, which contains the units of competency.
Enrolment
Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government-subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:
- Aspirations/career goals
- Educational attainment and capability
- Literacy and numeracy skills
- Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer
Skills recognition / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.
You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:
- Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.
Fees and payments
Fees and costs
GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
Please note that the fees on this webpage, for this particular course:
- are correct at the time of publishing for those enrolling in 2024 and may change without notice.
- will be discussed with applications as part of the application process to ensure it is understood what is being paid for and which fee rates they may be eligible for.
Course Fees consist of 3 different components:
- Student Tuition Fee - cover the costs of training and assessment. These fees vary across courses and are calculated based on a rate per nominal hour enrolled in. The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Circumstances may include:
- an individual’s eligibility for Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
- an individual’s eligibility for concession rates on Victorian (Skills First) and Commonwealth government-funded training
- ineligible individuals who are required to pay the full fees for tuition and other costs.
- Material Fee - where applicable, cover the costs of classroom consumables, handouts, and booklets, e-Learning resources, and associated license access fees and excursions.
- Student Services Fee (SSF) - contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services. SSF is a non-refundable annual fee that does not apply to short-course participants.
Additionally, some courses require students to purchase or supply textbooks, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session or during the pre-training review Interview.
GOTAFE offers a range of payment options to help you pay your fees.
Learn more about fees, charges, refunds and payment options
Student support
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Contingent Study Arrangements
Where a situation arises that prevents campus attendance (such as COVID restrictions, natural disasters, etc.) and it is deemed an appropriate response in protecting the health and safety of staff, students, and visitors, this course will adapt to alternative training arrangements, possibly using online methods of teaching and/or communication while students engage from home with their Trainers. Any required practical components of the course will be moved to a more appropriate time.
Whether you need support with time management, your mental health, grief and loss, a diagnosed disability, financial hardship, or any other challenge life throws your way, we are here to help.
Support for personal issues
We have a dedicated team to ensure students have the help they need with personal issues impacting studies such as homelessness, family problems & setting up payment plans.
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Disability support
Get access to the supports and adjustments you need for your disability or medical condition to be successful in your studies.
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Counselling services
We offer free counselling services to help you work through life's challenges including grief and loss, mental health or relationships.
Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.
Further information is provided at course induction.
This course is government accredited and has national recognition.
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