Module Details
Module Code: |
COAC_1 |
Module Title:
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Coach Education 2 Theory - Rugby
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Title:
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Coach Education 2 Theory - Rugby
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Module Level:: |
6 |
Module Coordinator: |
Myles Kelly
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Module Author:: |
Brett Igoe
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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).
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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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.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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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
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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.
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Teaching Skills:
Introduction, demonstration, practice, correction
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Role of the Coach:
(including coach as referee) Philosophy, coaching style, responsibilities, requirements
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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
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Fitness for the young player - Including common injuries and first aid
n/a
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Refereeing & Laws: Youth / schools Rugby refereeing
n/a
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 30.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 70.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
End of Module Formal Examination |
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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.
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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 |
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Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.00 |
12 |
Practicals |
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Contact |
No Description |
12 Weeks per Stage |
1.00 |
12 |
Independent Learning |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
15 Weeks per Stage |
5.07 |
76 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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IRFU Coaching Handbooks.
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Timothy Baghurst. Coaching for Sports Performance, [ISBN: 0367221160].
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International Council International Council for Coaching Excellence (ICCE),Dan Gould,Cliff Mallett. (2020), Sport Coaches' Handbook, Human Kinetics Publishers, p.320, [ISBN: 1492515809].
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Lyle, Cushion. Sport Coaching Concepts : A framework for coaching practice, [ISBN: 0415675774].
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John Lyle,Chris Cushion. (2010), Sports Coaching, Churchill Livingstone, p.259, [ISBN: 0702030546].
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Tania G. Cassidy,Robyn L. Jones,Paul A. Potrac. (2015), Understanding Sports Coaching, Routledge, p.220, [ISBN: 0415857473].
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Renshaw. (2019), The Constraints-Led Approach : Principles for Sports Coaching and Practice Design, [ISBN: 1138104078].
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Doug Lemov. (2020), the Coach's Guide to Teaching, John Catt Educational, p.423, [ISBN: 1913622304].
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Nicklaas C. Winkelman. (2020), The Language of Coaching, Human Kinetics Publishers, p.336, [ISBN: 1492567361].
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Gilbert, Wade. (2016), Coaching Better Every Season, Human Kinetics, p.416, [ISBN: 1492507660].
| Recommended Article/Paper Resources |
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Coaching players a new approach (2009).
Produced by Jamie Houchen. London,
England, FA Learning. [video: DVD].
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An Official Journal of the International
Council for Coaching Excellence (ICCE). International Sport Coaching Journal.
| Other Resources |
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URL,
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URL,
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URL,
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www.icoachkids.com.
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www.worldrugby.org/passport.
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