Module Title:Coach Education 2 - Rugby
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 10
NFQ Level:6
Module Delivered In No Programmes
Teaching & Learning Strategies: • Practical – Students will take part in lecturer (Coach) lead practical rugby specific practical coaching sessions on the pitch and in the gym • Lectures - communication of knowledge and ideas from the lecturer to the student. • Self-Directed Independent Learning – The emphasis on independent learning will allow the student(s) to gain an appreciation of the many facets to be considered by the rugby coach.
Module Aim: The aim of this module is to provide students with the skills to coach 15-a-side (Stage 2 LTPD; Learn to Train Stage).
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Discuss the characteristics & essences of Stage 2 rugby players, coaches and the game.
LO2 Describe the role of the coach (appropriate to Stage 2 LTPD) and understand the different Effective Coaching elements within the IRFU Process Continuum (Technical Model) relevant to Stage 2 rugby
LO3 Will have the ability to plan individual training session themes & learning outcomes
LO4 Demonstrate the necessary teaching skills and appropriate coaching style of ‘guiding’ and Coaching Philosophy
LO5 Understanding of key principles & key factors for: Collective General Movement (Players near the ball & Players in the space) Unit Skills (backline attack; scrum; lineout) Reduced / Individual Skills (emphasis on safety re. contact skills)
LO6 Will understand the key tasks and principles for Scrum and Lineout and Restart, Defending and Backline attack
LO7 Discuss the Principles of Fitness training for young players, Injury prevention & First Aid and concussion management.
LO8 Will have appropriate* knowledge of the current laws (Laws Test – IRFU age grade regulations) and Will understand current regulations & law interpretations
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Long Term Player Development Model
Focus on Stage 2 The Young Player: Outline of Physical Literacy: Physical, emotional, psychological, social development. The Charter: Basic introduction to the ethos and principles of rugby union
Planning a session:
Planning, considerations, time, equipment, objectives, playing area Organisation & Management of a session: Layout, use of grids, organisation, management Practice session: Planning, considerations, organisation, management, conclusion/ conditioning, warm-up, playing area.
Teaching Skills:
Introduction, demonstration, practice, correction
Role of the Coach:
(including coach as referee) Philosophy, coaching style, responsibilities, requirements
Skill Development
• Individual skills: Passing (including decision making 2 v 1), catching, kicking, running, tackling (X3), falling in the tackle • Mini-unit skills: Ruck, Maul • Unit Skills: Scrum, L-O, kick-offs, Attack, Defence. • Team Skills: General Movement
Fitness for the young player - Including common injuries and first aid
n/a
Refereeing & Laws: Youth / schools Rugby refereeing
n/a
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment35.00%
Practical35.00%
End of Module Formal Examination30.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Other Participation in coaching workshops 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 35.00 Every Week
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation Player log book including 20 hours of coaching + assigned referee hours 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 35.00 Sem 2 End
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam No Description 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8 30.00 End-of-Semester

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture 30 Weeks per Stage 1.00
Practicals 30 Weeks per Stage 1.00
Estimated Learner Hours 30 Weeks per Stage 4.67
Total Hours 200.00