Certificate III in Events (Sport and Recreation)This course is for people who work in or want to work in the sport and recreation industry specialising in event management by undertaking specialist training in order to organise sport and recreation activities. Learn the skills behind coordinating programs, planning publicity, staging productions, obtaining sponsorship and ensuring maximum enjoyment for participants and spectators. With employment options in sporting associations, community organisations, local councils and festivals, it’s the perfect course to improve your performance.
This course has been developed under the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) and is a nationally recognised course.
Entry Requirements
Completion of Year 10 or equivalent or non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies
or Currently employed in the Industry
Program Duration
Full Time: 6 months Part Time: 12 months
- Classes are normally timetabled between 9.00am and 4.00pm, Monday to Thursday
- Industry placement occurs in 2nd and 3rd semester and students are placed in the work place once a week in addition to normal classes
- Hands-on components occur throughout the course
N.B. Face to face and correspondence courses can be tailored to
an individual or group’s specific needs and requirements. AFC has
options available for this course to be delivered in a shorter time
period without compromising the quality of learning, or the value of
the qualification. Contact AFC now to find out how to enrol in this
course with a delivery and duration option that suits you best.
Applications Close
Course commences in February, April, July and September each year for full time and part time applicants.
Program Articulation
Successful completion of this program may assist students to gain entry into university and/or may contribute towards study credits.
Program Award
Certificate III in Events (Sport and Recreation)
Teaching Methods
Teaching methods comprise supervised classroom learning, lectures, supervised practical components, work experience/practical placement and field trips.
Assessment Methods
Students are required to participate in practical activities, complete assignments, presentations, vocational projects, observation, role plays and recognition of prior learning (RPL). Assessment opportunities will be endorsed as a cluster where applicable. If a suitable strategic goal is not identified then a recognised resource will be implemented.
Tuition Language
English or other language (If Required)
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.
For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact AFC office.
Accreditation
Qualifications granted by AFC are accredited by the Queensland Government through the Department of Education, Training and the Arts. This program is nationally recognised under the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF). AFC National Training Provider No. 31717
Course Structure
The course structure of the Certificate III in Events (Sport and Recreation) comprises fifteen (15) units of competency from the qualification. The 15 units are made up of:
- five (5) core/compulsory units
- ten (10) elective units
The approved nominal reporting hours of delivery for Certificate III in Events (Sport and Recreation) is 535 Hours.
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CORE UNITS
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Unit Code
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Unit Name
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SITXCOM001A
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Work with colleagues and customers
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SITXCOM002A
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Work in a socially diverse environment
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SITXEVT001A
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Develop and update event industry knowledge
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SITXEVT002A
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Provide event staging support
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SITXOHS001A
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Follow health, safety and security procedures
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ELECTIVE UNITS
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BSBADM306A
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Create electronic presentations
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BSBCMN306A
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Produce business documents
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SITTTSL002A
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Access and interpret product information
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SITTTSL006A
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Prepare quotations
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SITTTSL008A
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Book and coordinate supplier services
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SITTTSL010A
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Control reservations or operations using a computerised system
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SITXCOM006A
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Address protocol requirements
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SITXEVT003A
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Process and monitor event registrations
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SITXEVT004A
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Coordinate on-site event registrations
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SITXFIN002A
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Maintain financial records
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