Welcome to the IUSCA IQF Level 5 Diploma in Collegiate Sports Performance. This is a formal qualification that certifies higher level competencies within the domain of strength and conditioning (S&C) and sports performance, specific to the university environment. This is internationally recognised as the minimum standard required for independent coaching in the collegiate setting. It is also the final step on the pathway towards full IUSCA Accreditation. 

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The IUSCA IQF Level 5 Diploma certifies knowledge, technical abilities, and experience within the university sports performance domain. 
 
These qualities include:

​- The ability to utilise scientific thinking in a variety of collegiate sports performance contexts
- Breadth and depth of knowledge within sports performance
- The ability to write and communicate with clarity and effectiveness
- Demonstrated technical abilities in the university domain with teams and individual athletes
- Significant experience as a practitioner (minimum 250 hours)
- The ability to review and evaluate their own and others' practice and performance

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Assessment for the Level 5 Diploma involves:

- Degree in a relevant field or currently enrolled on a university degree course
- Completion of a minimum of 250 hours practical experience, or currently completing
- Completion and maintenance of a comprehensive portfolio of experience and reflections
- Reference from a senior level coach or administrator 
- 5 hours observed coaching and panel interview with IUSCA assessment board

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Satisfactory completion of the course will result in the candidate being awarded an IQF Level 5 Diploma in Collegiate Sports Performance.

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IQF LEVEL 5 DIPLOMA

INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION