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The Brisbane Bullets and TAFE Queensland’s Academy of Sport have partnered to deliver a high-impact TAFE at School program for senior high school students looking to take their basketball and career ambitions to the next level.

This program gives students the opportunity to combine their school studies with a nationally recognised qualification, while gaining real experience inside a professional NBL environment.

Now delivered in a streamlined 6-month format with a mid-year intake, the program is designed to accelerate learning, keep students engaged, and provide a clear pathway into further study or sport industry opportunities.

Students can enrol in either qualification, depending on their goals and stage of schooling. The program is open to male and female students in Years 10, 11 and 12.

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE

What’s the Program About?

The program is designed for students with a genuine interest in basketball, whether as a player, coach, or someone looking to build a career in the sport industry.

Delivered by TAFE Queensland out of South Bank or Zillmere, the program runs over a 6-month period, with students completing a nationally recognised qualification:

• Certificate II in Sport Coaching (SIS20321)

• Certificate III in Sport Coaching (SIS30521) over a further 6 months

Each course blends classroom learning with practical, basketball-specific delivery, giving students the chance to develop both on-court capability and off-court skills in leadership, communication and performance.

With mid-year intakes available, students can start when it suits their school pathway, rather than waiting for a full academic year.

Program Benefits

Students will access a range of experiences that go well beyond a typical classroom:

• On-court skills sessions with Brisbane Bullets coaches and staff Train in a high-performance environment, learning skills, drills and preparation methods used at the elite level.

• Behind-the-scenes access to the Bullets environment Understand what it takes to run a professional basketball organisation, from performance to operations.

• Educational Game day opportunities Be part of the action at a Brisbane Bullets home game through activations and event experiences.

• Industry guest speakers Hear from coaches, athletes and professionals across performance, wellbeing and sport operations.

• Foundation coaching accreditation Build practical coaching skills and work towards entry-level accreditation to support future opportunities in schools, clubs or community programs.

Pathways and Outcomes This program is designed as a genuine pathway, not just a standalone experience.

Students can use it as a stepping stone into:

• Further study, including dual diploma programs delivered in partnership with the Brisbane Bullets (subject to entry requirements)

• Coaching and community sport roles

• Athlete development pathways

• Careers in sport business, performance or administration

The qualifications can also contribute toward a student’s QCE and may support ATAR eligibility in line with QCAA requirements, helping position students for post-school opportunities.

Who Can Apply?

The program is open to students in Years 10, 11 and 12 with a passion for basketball and a willingness to get involved.

Students can choose to complete one course or continue into further study depending on their goals.

The Certificate II may be funded under the VETiS program for eligible students. Those who have already accessed their entitlement can still enrol on a fee-for-service basis.

How to Apply

Applications for the Brisbane Bullets TAFE at School program open mid-year via the TAFE application portal.

You can register your interest here: https://8t94s0fuxvb.typeform.com/to/cAg42Ayw

To apply, visit www.tafeapply.com and use the code TQB2603.

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