Expression of Interest - Kickstart Your Coaching Career with TAFE Queensland & Squash QLD!

Published Thu 06 Feb 2025

Get Qualified in Sport Coaching – Fully Funded for Eligible Students!

Are you passionate about squash and looking to turn your love for the game into a career? Squash Queensland, in partnership with TAFE Queensland’s Academy of Sport (RTO 0275), are seeking expressions of interest from aspiring squash coaches who wish to gain a Certificate II in Sport Coaching (SIS20321).

This qualification is aimed at students in Year 10, 11 or 12 and is a fantastic first step into the sports industry, helping you develop essential coaching skills, leadership qualities, and a strong foundation in athlete development.

Even better, eligible students in Queensland may be able to access Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) funding, which means you could study at no cost! Key information on VETiS funding can be found by clicking here.

Study would take place at a central venue in place of an ordinary day at school (9am – 3pm). Students are able to study towards the Certificate II qualification which gain assist students in gaining up to 4 QCE credits, whilst also having options for a Certificate III qualification which can contribute towards their ATAR. An informative video can be accessed by clicking here. More information can also be found on the TAFE Queensland Academy of Sport website which you can access by clicking here.

With the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games on the horizon, now is the perfect time to get ahead in the sports industry. The demand for qualified coaches will be higher than ever, and this program will set you on the path to making a real impact in the sporting community.

We are currently seeking expressions of interest for two intakes:

- A mid-year cohort commencing in Term 3, 2025; and/or

- An ordinary intake cohort commencing in Term 1, 2025.

Why Enrol?

✅ Gain a nationally recognised coaching qualification 
✅ Learn from industry experts at TAFE Queensland’s Academy of Sport
✅ Build valuable coaching experience with Squash Queensland
✅ Take advantage of government funding opportunities (eligibility criteria apply)
✅ Position yourself for future opportunities in coaching leading up to Brisbane 2032!

To express your interest in a squash Certificate II in Sport Coaching click here and follow the prompts.

We look forward to hearing from you and seeing you take the first step in your coaching career!


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