Jockey Club Foundation Certificate In Sports Coaching Theory (QF Level 2)

Introduction

The Hong Kong Coaching Committee has been offering the "Foundation Certificate in Sports Coaching Theory" since 2014, in a bid to enhance the quality and recognition of sports coach education programmes. This half-year course consists of 10 modules and a 30-hour practicum.

"Foundation Certificate in Sports Coaching Theory" is recognised by the Qualifications Framework –
QF Level: 2
QR Registration No.: 14/002703/L2
QR Registration Validity Period: 16 June 2014 - 15 January 2027

The Jockey Club Foundation Certificate In Sports Coaching Theory (QF Level 2) is equivalent to the Level 2 accredited programme of the Sports-General Theories of the Hong Kong Coaching Committee.

Objective

1. to provide a broad coverage of basic theoretical knowledge in sports coaching, sports management in coaching, and sports science;
2. to enable participants to apply their knowledge during practicum, which takes care of the practical needs and development of coaching;
3. to provide basic knowledge and practical skills of professional sports coaching theories and sports science and equip students for their future career and further studies' needs; and
4. to provide basic but solid foundation knowledge in sports coaching, coaching administration and sports science to prepare gradutes for a higher level certification course.

Structure

The course comprises 10 modules and a Coach Assistant Practicum. The 6-month course with a total of 157 learning hours includes: 65 hours of face-to-face lectures, 60 hours of self-study, 30 hours of practicum and 2 hours of pre-practicum briefing.

Module

Mode of Study

6-month part-time course and assessments

Campus/Venue

Hong Kong Sports Institute 

Medium of Instruction

Cantonese (supplemented with English)

Module Exemption

Students can apply for module exemption according to their qualifications. The number of module exemptions will not exceed 50% of the total modules number.

Assessment & Certification

• Mode of Assessment
  

  Module assessment (continuous assessments and tests) and coaching practicum assessment.

• Certification & Coach Accreditation
  

  Certificate of the Foundation Certificate in Sports Coaching Theory (equivalent to Level 2 Accredited Coach) of Hong Kong Coaching Committee.

Applicants need to meet one of the requirements below and pass the entry interview:

• Age 18 or above, attaining five level 2 or above in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) (including Chinese, English, Mathematics and Liberal Studies); or
• Five passes in the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examinations (HKCEE) (including Chinese, English and Mathematics) or equivalent qualifications; or
• *Adult student (aged 21 or above) with 2 years relevant working experience; or
• *Holder of Certificate of Sports-General Theory Course Level 1 or above issued by the Hong Kong Coaching Committee, and have 2 years of relevant working experience.

(*Note: applicants need to sit a Chinese writing ability test)

Fee

HK$8,000

Scholarship

The scholarship scheme aims to reward students with outstanding performance in the course. A maximum of 3 students will be selected from each class based on their academic and practicum performances as well as learning attitude.

Support

• Elite Athletes Support Scheme in Coach Education (click here for application form)
  

  Current HKSI Scholarship Athletes (under Tier A, Tier B, Individual Athletes Support Scheme or Disability Sports) who have achieved a performance level of Pt. 3 or above according to the EV Scoring Table of their respective sports, and with the support from their Head Coaches (or National Sports Associations for Tier B, Individual Athletes Support Scheme and Disability Sports) will be considered. Athletes can also apply within one year after retirement, on recommendation from their Head Coaches (or National Sports Associations for Tier B, Individual Athletes Support Scheme and Disability Sports). Applicants will be reimbursed full tuition fee, upon graduation.

• Extended Non-means-tested Loan Scheme
  

  Students in need can apply for an Extended Non-means-tested Loan from the government's Student Finance Office. (Details) 

• Financial Subsidy Scheme (click here for application form)
  

  Students who are beneficiaries of the "Comprehensive Social Security Assistance Scheme" are required to apply for the "Financial Assistance Scheme" during enrollment. Applicants will be reimbursed full tuition fee, upon graduation.

Upon completing this course and attaining coaching qualification of their respective National Sport Associations, graduates will be recognised as a Level 2 coach. Please contact respective National Sport Associations for sports-specific coach accreditation programmes.

The Foundation Certificate in Sports Coaching Theory course is recognised under the Qualifications Framework as Level 2. Students can attain 15 credits upon the completion of the course, and can flexibly transfer credits for taking further studies in sports and coaching-related courses in future.

Please press "Enrollment" under "USEFUL LINKS" in the top right corner of this webpage for enrollment. Registration for the first time may need to wait for the account to be activated (about 5 minutes).

Online Registration Manual (Chinese version only)