Start your coaching journey
Begin as an Apprentice Coach
Register as an Apprentice Coach, complete the online essentials, and start coaching under the guidance of an accredited coach while you work towards accreditation.
Begin the online essentials without waiting for a course date.
Registration includes State Athletics Association membership.
Support athletes under the guidance of an accredited coach.
Your coach setup
Five simple steps to get started.
Registered and coaching under guidance. Non-accredited.
Complete the online essentials and safeguarding requirements.
Choose the coaching pathway that fits your goals.
Register as an Apprentice Coach (non-accredited)
Create your coach profile and set your login credentials.
Complete the Essential Skills Modules
Learn the basics of safe, inclusive and effective coaching.
Complete Safeguarding and Compliance Modules
Understand your role in protecting athletes and the sport.
Upload your WWCC
Add your Working With Children Check or state equivalent.
Work towards coach accreditation
Enrol into a Youth Coach, Development Coach, or Recreational Running course.
Why coaching?
Hear from coaches who love it.
A short reflection on what makes coaching rewarding, meaningful, and worth starting.
Ready when you are
Register as an Apprentice Coach, then work towards accreditation.
Apprentice Coach is a non-accredited registration title. Registration includes membership with your State Athletics Association and insurance coverage, allowing you to support athletes in a club environment under the guidance of a fully accredited coach while you continue towards accreditation.