Hockey Victoria is proud to boast a wide variety of educational programs for coaches, as well as a comprehensive coaching pathway that allows all coaches to learn, collaborate and ultimately grow the game of hockey.
Start Your Coaching Journey With Coach Education!
Beginning your coaching journey is comprised of 2 components:
1. Contact your local Club Coach Coordinator and enquire about opportunities to get involved with local programs and teams. If you are not sure of who/where your local club is, you can find one here.
2. Complete Hockey Australia's Coach Education Programs! Continue to the tabs below to read through the different programs on offer.
Foundation Support Coach
The Foundation Support Coach is the first accreditation in the coaching framework and is aimed at providing prospective coaches with an introduction to the fundamentals of coaching.
This FREE accreditation is completed entirely online and can be done in the comfort of your own home. It will take approximately 2 hours to complete, and you receive your certificate at the end!
To enrol in this accreditation, follow the step-by-step guide here.
To download a copy of the Learning Outcomes & Competencies for this accreditation, click here.
Foundation Lead Coach
The Foundation Lead Coach is the second accreditation in the coaching framework and is targeted at supporting beginner coaches who want to begin creating positive environments for participants and taking the lead of teams.
This accreditation is completed in two parts. The first is an online course that can be completed at any time. Then the second is a face-to-face workshop where you get to implement your learning. The workshop is expected to take approximately 4 hours to complete.
To enrol in this accreditation, follow the step-by-step guide here.
To download a copy of the Learning Outcomes & Competencies for this accreditation, click here.
Development Lead Coach
The Development Lead Coach Accreditation is aimed at coaches who are beginning to work with intermediate to advanced Junior & Senior players, and those who are working with teams participating in a tournament environment.
Upon completion, you will have the skills and tools to develop participants' skills, foster a positive team environment and provide a safe, fun and inclusive experience.
The accreditation is made up of 4 parts, the first being a series of 4, interactive online modules, then, learners are required to attend a face-to-face workshop, where they will cover the essential technical and tactical skills. The third is an assessment which is conducted whilst coaching a group of players within a team environment.
Assessment can be completed at a full-field game or practice match. The final step is to complete a self-reflection, that will be submitted online via HockeyEd.
To enrol in this accreditation, follow the step-by-step guide here.
To download a copy of the Learning Outcomes & Competencies for this accreditation, click here.
Participants are able to renew their accreditation as a part of the learning process.
Below outlines the accreditation window and corresponding renewal requirements.
Year 1 – Accreditation complete.
Year 2 – Apply Learning from accreditation.
Year 3 – Participants are required to renew before the expiry of their accreditation.
Year 4 – Participants can no longer renew their accreditation; they must re-sit the accreditation or apply for an RCC.
To apply for an accreditation renewal follow this link: https://form.jotform.com/231697532197870
Accreditation Renewals will incur a cost of $50.00 AUD and can be purchased here: https://www.hockey.org.au/product/32302/
Hockey Australia recognises the prior learning of members of the community.
Prospective learners can apply for a RCC for Development Level Education and above. RCC cannot be requested for Foundation Level Education.
Learners will be required to submit a resume of relevant experience, supporting education certifications and references for their experience.
To apply for an RCC please apply here: https://form.jotform.com/231697797156878
Requestees will also be required to make a payment of $50.00 AUD as a part of the process, payments can be made here: https://www.hockey.org.au/product/32304/