Module Details

Module Code: COAC_1
Module Title: Coach Education 2 Theory - Rugby
Title: Coach Education 2 Theory - Rugby
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Myles Kelly
Module Author:: Brett Igoe
Domains:  
Module Description: 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 will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Discuss the theory, 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 Demonstrate the necessary teaching skills and appropriate coaching style of ‘guiding’ and Coaching Philosophy
LO4 Discuss the Principles of Fitness training for young players, Injury prevention & First Aid and concussion management.
LO5 Will have appropriate* knowledge of the current laws (Laws Test – IRFU age grade regulations) and Will understand current regulations & law interpretations
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
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
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment30.00%
End of Module Formal Examination70.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 30
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Pre Task Planning for Workshops
Participation in coaching workshops
Reflective practice of Learnings
No Project
No Practical
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 70
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
2.5hr exam
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

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

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 1.00 12
Practicals Contact No Description 12 Weeks per Stage 1.00 12
Independent Learning Non Contact No Description 15 Weeks per Stage 5.07 76
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • IRFU Coaching Handbooks.
  • Timothy Baghurst. Coaching for Sports Performance, [ISBN: 0367221160].
  • International Council International Council for Coaching Excellence (ICCE),Dan Gould,Cliff Mallett. (2020), Sport Coaches' Handbook, Human Kinetics Publishers, p.320, [ISBN: 1492515809].
  • Lyle, Cushion. Sport Coaching Concepts : A framework for coaching practice, [ISBN: 0415675774].
  • John Lyle,Chris Cushion. (2010), Sports Coaching, Churchill Livingstone, p.259, [ISBN: 0702030546].
  • Tania G. Cassidy,Robyn L. Jones,Paul A. Potrac. (2015), Understanding Sports Coaching, Routledge, p.220, [ISBN: 0415857473].
  • Renshaw. (2019), The Constraints-Led Approach : Principles for Sports Coaching and Practice Design, [ISBN: 1138104078].
  • Doug Lemov. (2020), the Coach's Guide to Teaching, John Catt Educational, p.423, [ISBN: 1913622304].
  • Nicklaas C. Winkelman. (2020), The Language of Coaching, Human Kinetics Publishers, p.336, [ISBN: 1492567361].
  • Gilbert, Wade. (2016), Coaching Better Every Season, Human Kinetics, p.416, [ISBN: 1492507660].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Coaching players a new approach (2009). Produced by Jamie Houchen. London, England, FA Learning. [video: DVD].
  • An Official Journal of the International Council for Coaching Excellence (ICCE). International Sport Coaching Journal.
Other Resources
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