Diploma of 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
There are two alternative pathways for entry into the Diploma of Events. The candidate must either:

1.    Have achieved a Certificate III qualification in an events-related area. Certificate III qualifications which are particularly relevant include those in the areas of: Business, entertainment, hospitality, museums and libraries, music, sport and recreation and tourism. OR

2.    Have paid or voluntary employment experience at an operational, coordination or management level in an events-related field. A current or previous job role that involves or has involved the application of skills and knowledge relevant to the staging and management of functions and events would be appropriate.

As a minimum, employment experience must reflect the breadth, depth and complexity of a qualification at Certificate III level, as defined in the AQF guidelines.

Program Duration
Full Time:  18 months       Part Time: 36 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
Diploma in Events (Sports 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 Diploma of Event (Sport and Recreation) comprises twenty-four (24) units of competency from the qualification. The 24 units are made up of:
  • fourteen (14) core/compulsory units
  • ten (10) elective units
The approved nominal reporting hours of delivery for Diploma of Event (Sport and Recreation) is 940 Hours.

CORE UNITS
Unit Code Unit Name
SITXADM004A Plan and manage meetings
SITXCCS003A Manage quality customer service
SITXEVT001A Develop and update event industry knowledge
SITXEVT010A Evaluate and address event regulatory requirements
SITXEVT012A Select event venues and sites
SITXEVT013A Manage event staging
SITXEVT017A Provide on-site event management services
SITXFIN003A Interpret financial information
SITXFIN004A Manage finances within a budget
SITXHRM005A Lead and manage people
SITXMGT003A Manage projects
SITXMGT006A Establish and conduct business relationships
SITXOHS003A Identify hazards, and assess and control safety risks
BSBCMN205A Use business technology
ELECTIVE UNITS
SITTTSL002A Access and interpret product information
SITXADM003A Write business documents
SITXEVT004A Coordinate on-site event registrations
SITXEVT008A Plan and develop event proposals and bids
SITXEVT016A Organise and monitor event infrastructure
SITXFIN006A Obtain and manage sponsorship
SITXHRM004A Manage volunteers
SITXMPR001A Coordinate production of brochures and marketing materials
SITXMPR004A Coordinate marketing activities
SRXINU003A Analyse participation patterns in specific markets of the leisure and recreation industry

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