COAC C1317 - Coach Education 1 - Rugby

Module Title:Coach Education 1 - Rugby
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:6
Module Delivered In 2 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: • Practical – Students will take part in lecture (Coach) lead practical rugby specific practical sessions on the pitch • 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 and referee Mini rugby to young participants (Stage 1 LTPD; FUNdamental Stage).
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 Demonstrate an understanding of the Principles of the Game of rugby, including knowledge of a. Individual skills b. Unit Skills c. Team skills Will be able to list the various components of the Technical Model and Principles of General Movement & 1st Phase play appropriate to Stage 1 rugby AND outline the characteristics of the Game, Player & Coach at stage 1 rugby.
LO2 Describe the role of the coach (appropriate to Stage 1 LTPD), Coaching Philosophy, responsibilities and requirements and the need to adhere to IRFU Child Welfare policies for Stage 1 Rugby Coaches
LO3 Demonstrate knowledge of the 4 step process of teaching skills (IDEA & icoachkids) AND Will understand some key methods of managing effective communication, progression & discipline.
LO4 Demonstrate an understanding of the effects of the ‘Windows of trainability’ and the importance & some methods of developing young players’ ABCs
LO5 Will understand how to referee Stage 1 Mini rugby – reflecting the appropriate player perspective and will have appropriate* knowledge of the current laws (Laws Test – IRFU Mini rugby regulations) and understand current regulations & law interpretations
LO6 Describe the list General Movement (Attack & Defence) and Demonstrate understanding the key tasks for Players ‘in the space’ i.e. Early & Late groups Will demonstrate an understanding of the key factors for Evasion Lateral pass Decision Making (lateral) Will understand the key tasks for Players ‘near the ball’ i.e. ‘life’ of the ball group and Will demonstrate an understanding of the key factors for Continuity around the tackle Picking up the ball Mini-ruck/Mini-maul
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.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
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 1 The Young Player: Outline of Physical Literacy: Physical, emotional, psychological, social development
Planning a session:
Planning, considerations, time, equipment, objectives, playing area Organisation & Management of a session: Layout, use of grids, organisation, management
Teaching Skills:
Introduction, demonstration, explanation, application (IDEA) Feedback & Progression
Role of the Coach:
Ethics, coaching styles, requirements, responsibilities
Skill Development
• Individual skills: Passing & receiving, catching, kicking, running & evasion, tackling (X3), falling in the tackle, picking up the ball, continuity in the tackle • Mini-unit skills: Ruck, Maul • Unit Skills: Scrum, L-O, Restarts, Backline attack. • Team Skills: General Movement
Physical Literacy:
developing fundamental movement skills (ABC’s)
Refereeing & Laws:
Mini Rugby refereeing
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment30.00%
Practical35.00%
End of Module Formal Examination35.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Other Pre Task Planning for Workshops Participation in coaching workshops Reflective practice of Learnings 1,2,3,4,5,6 30.00 Sem 2 End
No Project
Practical
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Practical/Skills Evaluation Player log book including 12 hours of coaching + assigned referee hours 1,2,3,4,5,6 35.00 Sem 2 End
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Formal Exam 2.5 hours 1,2,3,4,5,6 35.00 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 12 Weeks per Stage 1.00
Practicals 12 Weeks per Stage 1.00
Independent Learning 15 Weeks per Stage 5.07
Total Hours 100.00
 

Module Delivered In

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CW_BBSMC_B Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Sport Management and Coaching 2 Mandatory
CW_BBRUG_D Bachelor of Arts in Sport Coaching and Business Management (Rugby) 2 Mandatory