Professional Certificate in Player Wellbeing and Development [2026]

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Live Zoom Course - AEST
Structured around two 3-hour live (online) workshops

Workshop 1: 

Workshop 2: 

 

Enhance your professional development with:

Professional Certificate in Player Wellbeing and Development

Course Facilitator - Josh McCahon

The Professional Certificate in Player Wellbeing and Development course imparts practical knowledge and skills in athlete wellbeing and development.

The course delves into the pivotal role of the Player Development Manager.
Facilitator Josh McCahon (Head of Player Wellbeing and Development at the Hawthorn Football Club) offers insights into best practices.

We are identifying the requisite knowledge, skills and capabilities essential for effectively supporting athletes' overall wellbeing and development.
To further enhance understanding, the course equips participants with a comprehensive idea of this role's multifaceted and ever-evolving challenges.

The curriculum encompasses the art of crafting an effective player wellbeing and development strategy. Through a mix of theoretical insights and practical applications. Participants look at how to strategise, plan and implement initiatives that cater to the specific needs of athletes.

Course Modules:

1. The Role of the Player Development Manager
2. Best Practice in Player Wellbeing and Development
3. The Challenges in Player Development
4. Preparing a Player Wellbeing and Development Strategy