Frequently Asked Questions (CVSDP)

1. What qualifications will I receive by doing this course?
2. Where is the course run from?
3. How much does the course cost?
4. Will I receive an enter score on completion?
5. Can I complete my VCE through the Sports Development Program?
6. How do I apply?
7. How long does the course go for?
8. Do I have to be good at the sport?
9. How much physical activity is included in the course?
10. What are the job opportunities and career prospects after I graduate from the Sports Development Program?
11. How can I obtain further information?
12. Is there an entry quota and who is eligible to apply?
13. Can I study part time in the Sports Development Program?
14. Can I remain enrolled in my current school and complete the program?
15. What additional qualifications will I receive?
16. What is covered in the course curriculum?

  1. What qualifications will I receive by doing this course? 
    Certificate II, III, IV and Diploma in Sport and Recreation
    Intermediate VCAL
    Senior VCAL
    VCE Pass
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  2. Where is the course run from?
    Classrooms set up in sporting organisations throughout the Melbourne metropolitan area
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  3. How much does the course cost?
    $1250. $400 deposit paid upon enrolment
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  4. Will I receive an enter score on completion?
    No
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  5. Can I complete my VCE through the Sports Development Program?
    Yes, a VCE Pass is achieved at the end of the 2nd year
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  6. How do I apply?
    Via the internet. Online Application Form
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  7. How long does the course go for?
    Course runs in accordance with the normal school VCE calendar 3 year course
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  8. Do I have to be good at the sport?
    No.  This is not an elite program.  The program is designed for students who have a general interest in sport and recreation
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  9. How much physical activity is included in the course?
    60% applied learning, 40% theoretical based learning
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  10. What are the job opportunities and career prospects after I graduate from the Sports Development Program?
    Opportunities for graduates will be in areas of sports management, sports administration, event management, facility management, coaching and many other areas of the Sport and Recreation Industry
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  11. How can I obtain further information?
    Website and Information session
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  12. Is there an entry quota and who is eligible to apply?
    Year 10 Pass - 16-19 years of age - Program numbers are limited
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  13. Can I study part time in the Sports Development Program?
    No. The program operates on a full time basis
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  14. Can I remain enrolled in my current school and complete the program?
    No. All students leave their current school and enrol in the program full time. Students will be enrolled in one the program's host schools. Students are enrolled in our host schools for administration purposes only.
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  15. What additional qualifications will I receive?
    Level 2 First Aid
    Level 1-2 Coaching Accreditations
    Umpiring / Refereeing Certification
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  16. What is covered in the course curriculum?
    Coaching
    Event Management
    Facility Management
    Sports Administration
    Sports Management
    First Aid
    Marketing
    Fitness Instruction
    Occupational Health & Safety
    Exercise Science
    Sport & Recreational Industry
    Career Planning
    Work Placement
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