LEAP Induction

Elite Athlete Program Module

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Introduction

What to Expect

Welcome to the Elite Athlete Program Learning Module! This module has been created specifically for athletes renewing their Elite Athlete Program membership. It’s designed to help you refresh your essential knowledge of the program, covering all key aspects to ensure you're up to date. The module concludes with a short knowledge test to reinforce what you’ve learned. For a more detailed exploration of each topic, please refer to the LEAP Student Guide.

We are proud to support over 160 LEAP members, including: Olympians, professional sportspeople and Commonwealth Games athletes. We are a member of the nationally accredited Elite Athlete Education Network by the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS).

Introduction

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The La Trobe Elite Athlete Program (LEAP) is designed to support student-athletes who are competing at the highest levels in their sport while pursuing their academic goals. This program offers tailored assistance, including flexible study arrangements, academic support, and access to specialised facilities and resources, ensuring that elite athletes can excel both in their education and their sporting careers.

What is LEAP?

Reminder: Athletes must apply for LEAP annually.

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Meet the Team

Emily

Academic Nutrition Strength and Conditioning Wellbeing

High Performance Sport Officer

Advanced Sports Dietitian

Strength and Conditioning Coaches / Exercise Scientists

Senior Coordinator, High Performance and Representative Sport

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• Timetabling
• Extensions
• Exam Arrangements
• Academic Case Management
• Credit, Course + Campus Transfer
• Cross Institutional Study
• Grants and Scholarships
• Sport Facility Access
• Gym Membership

• Group Information Sessions
• Performance Specific Nutrition Guidance
• Tailored Nutrition Plans
• Injury Specific Nutrition
• Cooking Sessions

• Elite Athlete Wellbeing
• Tailored Wellbeing Plans
• Balance the Stress & Demands of Elite Sport
• Assist Holistic Approach to Wellbeing and Performance

• Athletic Development
• Injury Rehabilitation
• Strength and Field Testing
• Individualised Programming through TrainHeroic

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Priority TimetablingAssessment ExtensionsExamsPlacementCross-Institutional StudyCourse ModeTransfers

Priority Timetabling

While on the Program you can receive access to priority timetabling to help you manage the demands of training, competition, and university studies. Please note that you must still apply for your timetable through Allocate+, just like any other student. To benefit from priority timetabling, you need to request it during preference entry mode. To request it, you are to email each of your subject coordinators using the template on the right. See key dates for Allocate+ here.

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Athletes are eligible for extensions when competing in national and international level sporting events or if you are overwhelmed with the commitments of being an athlete.Before You Submit A Request

• Ensure that your request for an extension is due to a commitment relating to elite sport
• Ensure that all correspondence is sent through your La Trobe student email

How To Submit A Request Email the Elite Athlete Coordinator to request a letter of support. You will need to include the below information in your email;

• Student ID
• Subject Name and Code
• Assessment Name
• Due date of assessment
• Requested amended due date
• Reason for extension (in detail)

Then, submit your request via the online link.

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Extensions

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+ Note: Applications must be submitted over three days prior to the original due date.

As a part of the La Trobe Elite Athlete Program, you are able to apply for alternate exam times if your scheduled exams clash with compulsory sporting commitments. It is imperative that you apply for your alternate exam conditions as soon as your exam timetable is released. How To Submit A Request Request a letter of support from the Elite Athlete Program by emailing eliteathletes@latrobe.edu.au with the following information:

• Student ID
• Subject Name and Subject Code
• Reason for requiring and alternate exam timetable
• Any dates that you can sit the exam
• Any dates that you cannot sit the exam (and reasoning for this)

Submit your letter of support via the online portal.

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Exams

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Elite athletes may access placement flexibility depending on your degree and individual circumstances.It is extremely important that you get in contact with the Subject Coordinator of the La Trobe placement subject well before the subject begins.A letter of support then can be written and attached to an email to the subject coordinator. Flexibility is not guaranteed, but early communication is the easiest way to give yourself the best chance.

Email the Elite Athlete Coordinator with the following information:

• Training dates
• Competition dates
• Preferred placement location
• Preferred placement dates

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Placements

During your studies, you may be able to complete a unit of study at another Australian institution and have it credited towards your degree.To apply, you will need:

• Subject Code
• Subject Name
• Subject Guide or Details
• Teaching Period
• Credit Point Value at the Other University

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Cross Institutional Study

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Please note that unless you are enrolled specifically in an online course, coordinators cannot guarantee you’ll be able to study fully online. Many courses have attendance requirements so please keep this in mind. Hands-on degrees with heavy on-campus requirements may not be appropriate for all athletes, even with the support from coordinators and EAP.

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Course Mode

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Online degrees are the best options for athletes with heavy travel commitments.

Athletes who need to relocate for training or competition can take advantage of campus transfer opportunities. This option enables you to continue your studies at a different campus, providing continuity in your education while accommodating your athletic needs.

For athletes who have completed coursework at another institution or need to adjust your study load, credit transfers are available. This process allows you to bring previously earned credits into your current degree, helping to streamline your academic journey and maintain progress toward graduation.

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Transfers

Elite athletes can benefit from course transfer options, allowing you to switch to a different course that better aligns with your sporting commitments and career goals. This flexibility ensures that you can pursue your education without compromising your sporting pursuits.

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Elite athletes can access support for course transfers, campus transfers, and credit transfers to help balance your academic and sporting commitments. Whether needing to switch degrees, relocate to a different campus, or transfer credits from another institution, athletes are provided with flexible options tailored to your unique needs.

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Links

LEAP Intranet

LEAP Facebook

La Trobe Sport Site

LEAP LinkedIn

“PLAYING SOCCER AND SPORT AT A HIGHER LEVEL IS REALLY UNPREDICTABLE WITH FIXTURES – SOMETIMES YOU FIND OUT WITHIN 24 HOURS THAT YOU NEED TO TRAVEL. EVERYONE HAS BEEN SO ACCOMMODATING AND FLEXIBLE WITH ME, AND I’M SO APPRECIATIVE.”

Paige Zois - Bachelor of Biomedicine

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Sport FacilitiesGym MembershipStrength and ConditioningNutritionPodiatryWellbeingMentors

As a member of the Elite Athlete Program, you will gain free access to the sports facilities on our Bundoora campus:

• Basketball Courts
• Squash Courts
• Tennis Courts
• Netball Courts
• Futsal Courts
• Volleyball Courts
• Swimming Pool
• Synthetic Soccer Field

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On Campus Sport Facilities

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Bendigo campus students get free access to the indoor and outdoor multi-purpose court at the Bendigo Sport Centre. To book Bundoora or Bendigo facilities, email eliteathletes@latrobe.edu.au with at least 48 hours notice.

All LEAP members will receive a complimentary Baseline (Melbourne) or Signature (Bendigo) Membership to the on-campus gym. Click on the images on the right to see what your membership will give you access to! To apply, email one of the below forms to eliteathletes@latrobe.edu.au

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Gym Membership

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Bendigo

Bundoora Baseline Membership Bendigo Signature Membership

What we offer:

• Athletic Development
• Injury Rehabilitation
• Individualised Programming through TrainHeroic

Book sessions in Bundoora and Bendigo through the MyWellness app. Note that you need to set up an on-campus gym membership to access the sessions.

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Strength and Conditioning

Why should I see an S&C coach?

As part of the Elite Athlete Program, you have access to assistance from an Advanced Sports Dietitian. Support includes:

• Performance specific nutrition guidance
• Tailored nutrition plans for individual’s goals and needs
• Injury specific nutrition
• Nutrition education for athletes

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Nutrition

How do I book in a session?

To get started, email our Advanced Sports Dietitian: Brittany Andreola. B.Andreola@latrobe.edu.au

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Podiatry

As a member of the La Trobe Elite Athlete Program, you will receive your first three sessions free at the on-campus (Bundoora) Podiatry Clinic.To access this, email your receipts from the clinic to eliteathletes@latrobe.edu.au and you will be reimbursed. From there, ongoing sessions will be $22.

What is podiatry?

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Book in a Session

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Wellbeing

Elite Athlete Wellbeing at La Trobe University focuses on ensuring athletes can move towards their whole-person potential and live their lives in a valued way. To ensure your athletic performance is optimal, you must focus on your mental wellbeing for a holistic and well balanced life. All consultations are confidential with a qualified Elite Athlete Wellbeing Specialist so if you are looking for ways to improve your off-field performance, please reach out to our friendly staff.

Email Senior Coordinator, Representative and High Performance Sport: Emily Harbrow E.Harbrow@latrobe.edu.au

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Athlete Mentors

The Elite Athlete Mentor Program connects current student-athletes with graduates of the La Trobe Elite Athlete Program. This initiative provides valuable opportunities for students to gain insights, guidance, and support from experienced athletes who have successfully balanced academics and elite sports.Click the below icon to read their bios and contact information.

“for me, the fact tHAT I’M IN THE PROGRAM … HAS MEANT THAT I’M MORE LIKELY TO GET [PLACEMENT] LOCATIONS THAT ARE CLOSE TO HOME, WHICH MEANS THAT I CAN KEEP RIDING AND TRAINING.”

Amy Bachmann - Bachelor of Dental Science

Blues Sports Awards

Since 2005 La Trobe University has held an Awards Dinner to celebrate and recognise performance of the highest calibre by its student athletes. The award categories recognise outstanding sporting performance and service by individuals, teams and clubs across La Trobe. Elite Athlete Awards:

• Sportsperson of the Year
• University Blues
• University Half-Blues
• Academic High Achiever
• Alumnus of the Year

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You will receive an email with the criteria and nomination form. You or someone else can nominate you for one or multiple awards.

There are a number of ways to get involved and represent La Trobe while you're studying!

• University Nationals
• University Basketball League
• Indigenous Nationals
• Southern Shield
• World University Games
• LTU Sport Clubs

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As an elite athlete, you can receive some extra funding if you choose to represent La Trobe at intervarsity events!

Travel Subsidy

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The Elite Athlete Travel Subsidy is a grant designed to help athletes cover essential costs related to their elite sport, such as flights, registration fees, and accommodation. Students can apply for this subsidy at any time during the year, but approval is granted only once per student.

Equipment Subsidy

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The Elite Athlete Equipment Subsidy provides financial support to athletes for purchasing essential sporting equipment needed for their elite sport. Students can apply for this subsidy at any time during the year, but approval is granted only once per student.

University Representation Subsidy

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The University Representation Subsidy offers students a discount code to help reduce costs when attending Uni Nationals and representing the university in their elite sport. This support ensures athletes can focus on their performance while proudly representing La Trobe.

Elite Sport Scholarship

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The Mick Malthouse Elite Sport Scholarship is awarded to first-year undergraduate and postgraduate students. This scholarship helps cover university fees and is based on several factors, including the student's academic achievements and level of participation in elite sport.

Grants and Scholarships

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“as an athlete, you NEED SUPPORT SYSTEMS. I JUST TRANSFERRED TO LA TROBE … I LOOKED AT THE PROGRAM AND I SAW THAT IT FED IN WELL WITH BEING AN ELITE INTERNATIONAL ATHLETE, AS WELL AS OFFERING FINANCIAL SUPPORT, GYM, EVEN CLOTHING.”

Liam Park - Bachelor of Business

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To complete this module, you must successfully answer 6 questions. Make sure you review all the content thoroughly before beginning. Good luck!

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LEAP members are entitled to variety of benefits:

• Priority Timetabling
• Assessment Extensions
• Flexibility with Placements
• Alternate Exam Arrangements
• Assistance with Credit Transfer Arrangements
• Assistance with Course Transfer and Cross-Institutional Study
• Elite Athlete Travel Subsidy
• Elite Athlete Equipment Subsidy
• University Representation Subsidy
• Free Strength and Conditioning
• Free Nutrition Screening and Seminars
• Subsidised Access to On-Campus Podiatry Clinic
• Complimentary Gym Membership
• Wellbeing Support

What Is Podiatry? Podiatry is a branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of conditions related to the feet, ankles, and lower legs.Healthcare professionals who specialise in this field are called podiatrists.

Why Should an Athlete See a Strength and Conditioning Coach? A strength and conditioning coach helps athletes improve their physical fitness and performance. Here’s why you might want to see one:

• Boost Performance: They design workouts that make athletes stronger, faster, and more powerful in their sport.
• Prevent Injuries: They teach proper techniques and exercises to help avoid injuries.
• Tailored Training: They create customised training plans based on the athlete's specific sport and goals.
• Recovery and Rehab: They guide athletes through exercises that aid in recovery from injuries.