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UKCC Level 1 Guide

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ContentsIntroduction 1Angling 4Archery 6Badminton 8Basketball 10Canoeing 12Cricket 14Cycling 16Equestrian 18Football 20Gymnastics 22Hockey 24Indoor Rowing 26Judo 28Lacrosse 30

Netball 32Orienteering 34Rounders 36Rugby League 38Rugby Union 40Shinty 42Squash 44Swimming 46Table Tennis 50Tennis 52Triathlon 54Volleyball 56Wrestling 58Further Information 60

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Why coach?

In the UK, there are more than one millionadults providing coaching to an estimated fivemillion sports participants per week. Coachesare vital for sport, and it is clear that effectivecoaching plays an essential role in developing,sustaining and increasing participation in sport.

Quality coaching enhances health and well-being,promotes fair play and builds social cohesion andself-esteem. Throughout the UK, great coacheshelp to develop leadership and teamwork, changeindividual behaviour and improve quality of life.

sports coach UK (2008) The UK CoachingFramework: A 3-7-11 Year Action Plan.

Quality coaching provides many benefits forparticipants, but there are also manymotivations and reasons as to why peoplecoach. Some examples might be becausecoaches have an interest in, or passion for,sport, a coach may want to give something backto a sport he or she has been involved with asa player or spectator, or it may simply bebecause of the personal satisfaction coachesgain by helping others.

Whatever your reasons for thinking aboutbecoming a coach, many skills can be developedand enhanced through training and recognisedqualifications that will help you to strengthenyour CV when applying for jobs. Coaching isalso becoming more professionalised, and thereare more and more paid coachingopportunities available.

What is this guide?

The purpose of this guide is to tell you aboutthe different courses you can access as a newcoach. The guide aims to provide you withenough information to decide whether sportcoaching is right for you. It provides abreakdown of each of the different sportscoaching qualifications that are UK Coaching

Certificate (UKCC) endorsed at Level 1, andincludes information on how each qualificationis structured and what is involved so you knowwhat is required when you sign up to theUKCC qualification of your choice.

To find out specific dates and further details ofany qualification courses running in your area,please use the website links provided.

What is the UKCC and what does itmean for me?

In July 2002, the government-commissionedCoaching Task Force reported coach educationschemes in the UK to be varied in terms ofquality of content, delivery and assessment dueto the lack of a recognised professionalframework for coaching. The UKCC was one ofthe key recommendations from the CoachingTask Force, leading to many sports developing asuccessful coach education system throughimproving their coaching awards, coacheducator workforce, quality of learningprogrammes and resources. The UKCC is not a qualification in its own right, but theendorsement of a governing body coacheducation programme in its entirety.

There are currently 27 sports with UKCCendorsement at Level 1. This means thequalifications are all certified against an agreedset of criteria, and when taking your chosenqualification, you can be assured your sport isdelivering the best available, athlete-centredcoaching by an appropriately skilled workforceand with high quality learning resources. Plus,there will be a clear vocational pathway for youas a coach, which increases your opportunitiesfor personal and career development.

The UKCC is split into four levels. At Level 1, allcoaches who successfully complete an awardwill be qualified to assist more-qualified

coaches, delivering aspects of coaching

sessions, normally under direct supervision.

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With a Level 1 qualification detailed in thisguide, you will usually be qualified to work witha higher-qualified coach or receive support from other coaches.

The UKCC qualifications are structured sothere is continual feedback and support fromyour tutors throughout. Usually, coaches aregiven a personal action plan at the end of thecourse to help them find out where to go next.

Qualification structure

The majority of sports currently offer a blendedlearning course where the theory and coachingpractice are together on the course in thecontext of the chosen sport. All Level 1qualifications accredited on to the Qualificationand Credit Framework (QCF) consist of fourcommon units. These being: Fundamentals;Planning; Conducting; and Evaluating Coaching Activities

and three sport-specific units: Planning;Conducting; and Evaluating Coaching Activities in‘the chosen sport’.

Recognised prior learning

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is defined as:

A method of assessment that considers whether alearner can demonstrate that they can meet theassessment requirements for a unit throughknowledge, understanding or skills they alreadypossess and do not need to develop through acourse of learning.

Recognised prior learning may be applicable tolearners who already hold a QCF Level 1

coaching qualification (in another sport) or

qualified PE teachers. If you have previouscoaching experience, you should discuss this withthe governing body of sport to ascertain whichlevel of qualification and method of achieving it isappropriate to you.

The sports explain the assessment process intheir section, and it is supported through a

portfolio of written tasks and short on-coursepractical assessment. If you have any specialneeds (eg dyslexia, a hearing impairment orphysical difficulties), you are asked to declarethese on registration in order for the coursetutors to arrange appropriate individual supportfor individual learners.

Home nations

Many sports offer the same UKCC-endorsedqualification across the home countries, whichare often accredited on to the appropriateframework – the QCF in England, Wales andNorthern Ireland and the Scottish Credit andQualifications Framework (SCQF) in Scotland.

Some sports in Northern Ireland offer coachawards on the QCF and some are part of the AllIreland Qualifications, which are not UKCCendorsed. If you wish to access coaching awardsin the home nations, you should visit the websiteof the relevant governing body of your chosen sport.

What should I do next?

When you have looked at all of the optionsavailable, please have a look on the governingbody web link provided for the most up-to-date information, including the cost. It islikely you will need to fill in an application/booking form to secure your place on a course.

For the very latest information

At the point of production, July 2012, theinformation in this document is correct.However, as the programmes that are UKCCendorsed have a strong emphasis oncontinuous improvement, the information isconstantly changing. The relevant governingbody of sport will be able to advise of anychanges to the programme and the cost.

This guide only covers sports that are involved inthe UKCC at Level 1. For more information oncoaching qualifications in other sports, please visitthe relevant sport’s governing body website.

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How is the course structured?

The course is held over two days and containsa mix of theory and practical tasks. There arealso some elements of home study.

The qualification is made up of seven units:

four knowledge units:

• Understanding the Principles of:

– the Fundamentals of Coaching

– Planning Coaching Activities

– Conducting Coaching Activities

– Evaluating Coaching Activities

three angling units:

• Planning Coaching Activities in Angling

• Conducting Coaching Activities in Angling

• Evaluating Coaching Activities in Angling.

During the qualification, you will also berequired to complete a portfolio, which forms arecord of your written and practical activities.

What are the pre-course requirements?

To be eligible to attend the course, you must:

• be aged 16 years or over

• have some experience of angling in eithercoarse, sea or game angling and be able toevidence knowledge of safe handling,unhooking and returning fish. This evidencewill be assessed by the course administrator.

It is strongly recommened that you have:

• appropriate insurance cover beforeundertaking any independent coaching practice

• a governing body Coach Licence to Practiseone you have successfully met all theassessment requirements for the qualification.

How will I be assessed?

There will be a series of observed coachingpractice and assessed tasks throughout thecourse: these are individual and small groupactivities. You will also be required to completeshort written assessments.

What support can I expect?

During the course, you will receive supportfrom your coach educators. At the conclusionof the programme of training and assessment,you will be provided with an action plan foryour further development. You will also receivesupport and guidance on accessing learningresources that support the development ofyour knowledge.

What will I be qualified to do?

The Level 1 Award qualifies an angler to coach as an assistant under the direction of aLevel 2 coach.

What could I do next?

All coaches are encouraged to keep theirknowledge and skills up to date by attendingregular workshops, courses and events. You mayalso want to progress on to the Level 2Certificate in Coaching Angling, which willensure you can operate alone to deliver one-to-one or group tuition.

How do I book on to a course andobtain further information?

www.anglingtrust.net

Level 1 Award in Coaching Angling (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Angling (QCF) aims to provideyou with an introduction to the principles and practices of coaching safeand ethical angling activities to adults and children.

The qualification will help you to understand how to deliver aspects of coaching sessions, normallyunder direct supervision of more-qualified coaches.

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The course is made up of three days’ of trainingfollowed by a practical assessment on a fourthday. You will be required to take part in 12hours of Supported Practice (eg coaching in anarchery club, away from the course) betweenday one and the assessment day.



• be at least 15 years old (or 16 years old toreceive the certificate of completion).

Please note that to become an Archery

GB-licensed coach, you must complete a

Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) disclosure.


In order to achieve the qualification, you will beasked to complete a mixture of written andpractical assessment tasks. The written tasks areshort answer papers, while the practicalassessment includes planning, delivering andevaluating an archery session.


During Supported Practice, you will work witha mentor to help you to reflect, evaluate andfind ways to improve. You will also be asked tokeep a record of the Supported Practice thatyou take part in.


Upon successful completion of the course, youwill be qualified to deliver individual archerysessions using the resources provided with thecourse material.


As a Level 1 coach, you will be encouraged togain coaching experience and take part in theopportunities on offer to maintain and progressyour skills (ie continuing professionaldevelopment – CPD). Archery GB delivers aLevel 2 coaching certificate for coaches wishingto progress to the next stage of coaching.


www.archerygb.org

Level 1 Award in Coaching Archery (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Archery (QCF) s designed toprovide new coaches with the skills and knowledge to help beginnersdevelop, have fun and gain confidence.

The course of training will provide you with an introduction to coaching recurve archery tobeginners, and aims to develop your knowledge of how to coach as well as what to coach.

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The course is very interactive and involves groupdiscussion, presentations and application of thetheory in the practical context. You will practicedelivery with help of educators and coaching cards.

The course is three days in length. The first twodays cover the tutoring aspect, and the third day isthe assessment day.



• be at least 16 years old on the first day of the course

• have some experience of playing the game andbe able to participate in a short rally

• be able to demonstrate knowledge andunderstanding of what is required when playingthe game and the technicalities required whenparticipating in a short rally.


There will be ongoing assessment throughout thecourse, as well as an assessment day. Prior to theassessment day, you will be given the opportunityto prepare a 15-minute coaching activity that aimsto develop one of the strokes learnt on the course.


During the course, you will have manyopportunities to practise and receive feedback onyour coaching skills. You will also receive an actionplan for future development after the finalassessment


The course will qualify you to assist a coach with ahigher qualification working.

As a Level 1 coach, you will also be permitted toindependently deliver and organize badmintonactivities, such as Bisi (when no technical coachingtakes place)


It is envisaged that you will take the opportunity todevelop your knowledge, understanding andpractical skills by volunteering or gainingemployment as a coaching assistant to anappropriately qualified coach. You could alsoprogress on to the Level 2 qualification once youhave sufficient experience of coaching.

How do I book on to a course and obtainfurther information?

www.badmintonengland.co.uk

Level 1 Award in Coaching Badminton (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Badminton (QCF) is the firststep on the BADMINTON England coaching pathway.

The course focuses on both the art and the science of coaching and will introduce you to the ‘howto’ skills of coaching as well as helping you to break down and coach the technical and tacticalelements of the game. The course will cover the following key areas:

• roles and responsibilities of the Level 1 coach, including health and safety, child protection,equity and code of conduct

• technical elements of the basic badminton strokes, including how to break them down anddeliver them appropriately to a variety of target audiences

• introduction to tactics

• delivering an effective warm-up and cool-down

• ‘how to coach’ skills, including coaching styles, learning styles, communication skills, questioning,demonstration, observation and feedback skills, structuring an activity, goal setting.

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The whole qualification is designed to be amixture of tutor-delivered theory, practicalsessions and home study. The qualificationplaces appropriate emphasis on the practicalaspects of the role of the coach.

The tutor-delivered element of the course willtake place over two days, with normally 2–3weeks between the days for you to be able togain some coaching practice. There will be aminimal amount of coursework to do inpreparation for the taught sessions.



• be 16 years of age or older• have previous experience of playing

basketball or be able to demonstateknowledge and understanding of the theoryand practice of playing basketball.

Note: You will require appropriate insurancecover before undertaking any independentcoaching practice. If you are working withchildren, you will be required ‘by an employer’to have been positively vetted by the CriminalRecords Bureau (CRB).


In order to achieve the qualification, you willhave to complete a Learner Pack to provideevidence of coaching at least two sessions, plan and deliver a 15-minute coaching sessionon a particular skill and complete a short question-and-answer paper, which is internally marked.


Your tutors will support you throughout the duration of the course by providinginformal feedback. Your coaching mentor will provide further support within the club or coaching setting.

After the final assessment, you will be providedwith an individual action plan.


Upon successful completion of the course, youwill be qualified as a Level 1 coach and be ableto assist more qualified coaches in deliveringaspects of coaching sessions, normally underdirect supervision.


Level 1 coaches may be able to gain paid or voluntary employment as an assistant coachfor club teams, after-school clubs, children andyoung people. Alternatively, you could use thecourse as a pathway to progress to the Level 2Certificate in Coaching Basketball.


www.englandbasketball.co.uk

Level 1 Award in Coaching Basketball (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Basketball (QCF) is the firstlevel of coaching qualification for those who wish to commit tocoaching the sport. The course provides each learning coach with abasic knowledge of basketball and the coaching skills necessary.

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The course will be delivered over four days andwill include both training and assessment.



• be at least 16 years of age• understand the basics of manoeuvring a

canoe or kayak, either through participation inthe sport or observation.


In order to achieve the qualification, you mustsuccessfully complete a range of assessmenttasks, which include safety and rescue skills,coaching skills and the technical understanding ofpaddlesport.

The assessments are based on a mixture ofpractical and written tasks and tutor questioning.


Upon successful completion of the course, youwill be qualified as a Level 1 coach and be ableto plan, deliver and review short coachingsessions, normally under direct supervision.Level 1 coaches can work with paddlers at anystage of development and will receive specifictraining to coach paddlers in their first year ofactivity, and run taster sessions.


After successful completion of the Level 1qualification, you can progress to the BritishCanoe Union (BCU) UKCC Level 2.

Coaches will be required, over a three-yearperiod, to complete a coach updateprogramme.


www.bcu.org.uk

Level 1 Award in Coaching PaddlesportAwarding organisation: British Canoe Union

The Level 1 Award in Coaching Paddlesport may be your first step on thepaddlesport coaching pathway. The qualification will introduce you tothe fundamentals of good coaching practice and help you to understandand coach technical and tactical aspects of the sport.

The course will develop skills in ‘how to coach’ as well as provide a technical understanding of ‘whatto coach’, specifically relating to the skills beginners to paddlesport require. The course will cover how to:

• prepare coaching activities, taking into account participants’ needs and motives• establish a safe working environment• deliver prepared coaching activities• establish working relationships with participants and others• prepare participants for the coaching activities• support participants’ behaviour• conclude the activities• evaluate the effectiveness of coaching activities• evaluate the effectiveness of personal coaching practice• manage effective and appropriate bank- and water-based rescues.

A range of coaching tips and tricks, games and activities will be built into the course, along with timespent developing your technical/tactical understanding.

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The course consists of four three-hour modulesand a final assessment. The modules included onthe course are:

• Module 1: Introduction to Coaching• Module 2: Using Games to Promote Learning• Module 3: Developing Technical Skills Using

Group Coaching• Module 4: Group Coaching.


Prior to registration, you must:

• be at least 16 year of age.


The assessment will take place over one day. At the start of the assessment day, you will beasked to complete a short multiple-choicequestionnaire. Once this has been completed,you will deliver a 15-minute coaching session tobetween six and eight peer group coachesfollowed by a debrief with an assessor wherethe coaching session is discussed in light of theUKCC1 competency criterion.


Your course tutors will provide additionalinformation at the start of each module, and a course workbook will be used regularlythroughout the course as an aid to learning,

alongside a course DVD and supplementaryresources. The course programme is designedto be a learning experience, and there are manyopportunities to develop coaching skills in asupportive environment during the length ofthe course.


The course will qualify you to assist morequalified coaches, delivering aspects of coachingsessions, normally under direct supervision. Thisrole may include running warm-up sessions,cool-downs, small-sided games and small group work.

The UKCC Level 1 course aims to set solidfoundations while ensuring beginner coachesare equipped to provide players with enjoyableexperiences when playing cricket.


After completing the Level 1 course, you areable to progress either to further UKCCqualifications or England and Wales CricketBoard (ECB) continuous development courses.It is usually recommended that you obtain aplace upon the ECB Training MethodsWorkshop before you look to progress toUKCC Level 2.


www.ecb.co.uk

Level 1 Award in Coaching Cricket (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Cricket (QCF) is aimed atintroducing coaching skills, qualifying learners as coaching assistants who will be able to assist more qualified coaches, delivering aspects ofcoaching sessions, normally under direct supervision. The course isessentially designed for parents and volunteers starting on the coaching pathway.

The course will help coaches prepare for, deliver and review cricket coaching sessions.It will enable you to:• introduce and develop the game of cricket to people of all ages in a safe and enjoyable way • develop and improve players (as people as well as cricketers) • develop coaching skills, knowledge and qualities • demonstrate competence against UKCC/national standards for coaches.

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You will be required to complete seven hours ofwork prior to attending the course (including theinduction pack and a first-aid course, if you do notalready have a valid first-aid certificate).

The course itself is two days, with approximatelyfour weeks between the two days to allow time forhome study, written assessments and to observecoaching practice.



• be at least 16 years of age* • hold a current HSE-approved emergency first-

aid certificate or equivalent• have an appropriate level of coaching insurance

that provides at least the same level of cover asthat provided by British Cycling Race Silver, RaceGold or Ride membership.

* If you are under the age of 18 years at the timeof achieving the qualification, you will be requiredto be directly supervised by a qualified coachwho is over 18 years of age.

All learners are encouraged to obtain a BritishCycling coaching licence. If you intend to coachriders under the age of 18 or vulnerable adults, thiswill include the completion of an enhancedCriminal Records Bureau check conducted throughBritish Cycling .


The assessment will include preparing, delivering andreviewing a 15-minute Go-Ride session as well aspreparing an additional two one-hour sessions thatare based on specified case studies.You will alsocomplete a written assignment comprising

short-answer questions and an online ‘KeepingChildren Safe in Sport’ programme, includingmultiple-choice assessment.


You are encouraged to observe a coach at workbetween days one and two and will be supportedthroughout the course.


The Award qualifies you to independently preparefor, deliver and review pre-prepared coachingsessions to groups of adults or children, includingactivities from the British Cycling Go-Ride Gears 1and 2 Coaching Workbook.


Upon successful completion of the course, and as aBritish Cycling licensed coach, you will have accessto a list of benefits that include:

• £5 million professional indemnity insurance foryour coaching activities

• access to free coaching and technical support• delivery of activities from the British Cycling

Go-Ride Gears 1 and 2 Coaching Workbook• access to legal, insurance and other benefits

provided by British Cycling membership.

British Cycling also has a network of Go-Ride clubsthat deliver structured coaching activities usingBritish Cycling-licensed coaches. You areencouraged to contact your local Go-Ride club.

Level 1 coaches are encouraged to gain experienceand then consider taking the Level 2 Certificate inCoaching Cycling.


www.britishcycling.org.uk

Level 1 Award in Coaching Cycling (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Cycling (QCF) is the entry-levelaward into the British Cycling Coach Education Programme, aimed at peoplenew to coaching and cycling. This qualification will provide you with an introduction to the principles of safe, ethical and effectivecycling coaching. The course is interactive and involves discussion, presentations and practical activities tohelp you learn the coaching process through experience. You will develop your knowledge of what andhow to coach through coaching cycling techniques to other course participants, using a variety ofactivities and fun games.

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The course is held over two days offering aminimum of 12 hours’ contact time, withinwhich there are guided assessment tasks and anindividual practical assessment plus time tocomplete a portfolio. Course total recommendsup to 60 hours.

The course is run over a minimum period ofthree weeks to allow for coaching practicebetween delivery sessions, to prepare for thepractical assessment activity and to completeportfolio of evidence.



• be at least 14 years of age before embarkingupon the learning programme and 16 beforeyou can become registered with theawarding organisations. Access to the courseis at the discretion of the member body.

You are expected to show a strong interest inequestrian sport, leadership and the coachingprocess. It will be seen as a distinct advantage ifyou already hold a vocational competencecertificate such as British Horse Society (BHS)stage one or other similar award.

The following must also be completed:

• successful completion of a recognised first-aid certificate.


You will be required to undertake twoassessments, one of which will take place on thecourse (within the two days) and a secondassessment on another date.


You will be mentored and supported by coursetutors and selected mentors in the three weeksduring the course.


The course will qualify you to become anassistant. Holders of this qualification are onlyable to coach under direct supervision.


You can progress on to Level 2, and, within eachlevel, generic strands and specialist pathways are available.


www.bef.co.uk

Level 1 Award in Coaching Equestrian (QCF)British Equestrian Federation

The qualification is made up of one compulsory unit from a choice ofthe following specialisms:• equestrian riding pathways

– generic riding– horseball – polocrosse – western riding – mounted games

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The course will introduce some theoretical keyaspects in the following:

• player and coach development• The FA’s Respect Programme• Laws of the Game• An introduction to the FA’s long-term Player

Development Model• an introduction to Football for All.

The course will also provide (as separatelyorganized workshops) the following for you:

• FA Emergency Aid• FA Safeguarding Children in Football.

Details are available on application.

Practical involvement:

You will be encouraged to participate practicallyto maximize your opportunities for learning.(Inability to participate will not prevent successfulcompletion of the Award.)

From the start of the course, there is a total of 12months for completion.

You will undertake a minimum of 30 hours, whichwill include the complete learning programmeand final assessment.


Prior to certification, you must:

• be at least 16 years of age. • hold as a minimum a current Emergency First

Aid Certificate• have attended the FA Safeguarding Children

workshop (learners under the age of 18 yearsare eligible to complete the FA ChildProtection Distance Learning Module‘Safeguarding Children in Football – A Guide’as an alternative to the workshop.


You will have the opportunity to undertake oneobserved practical coaching session with yourtutor during the learning programme and receivefeedback based on selected criteria.

The final assessment process will involve thesuccessful completion of all portfolio tasks,completion of the prerequisites and the assessedpractical delivery of a 20-minute practicalcoaching activity relating to the course syllabus.


The course will provide learners with a detailedlearning portfolio, Coaching Handbook, GrassRoots Administration Handbook, Learn the LawsCD, an Introduction to Coaching and CoachingPlayers – a new approach DVDs.

You will also be supported throughout thelearning programme on portfolio task completionand feedback on your final coaching session.


Upon successful completion of the Award youwill have the underpinning skills to help work ingrass-roots football, which may include juniorteams, after-school clubs and coaching childrenand young people normally under the supervisionof a level 2 or higher qualified football coach.


You are advised to liaise with your tutor andutilize the FA learning website for further detailsof a large number of courses and resources.There is also a coaching pathway available in theLevel 1 Coaching Handbook.


www.thefa.com/my-football/more/countyfa

Level 1 Award in Coaching Football (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The course provides an introduction to the organisation and deliveryof safe and enjoyable coaching sessions for players. The course willintroduce practical drills to develop players’ technical skills, such asshooting, turning with the ball and heading. It is ideally suited tothose working with groups of young players.

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The course is structured over three days, with atwo-week break between the tutor-deliveredsessions on day one and days two and three.

In the two-week period between sessions, youwill be tasked with finding a mentor with aBritish Gymnastics (BG) coaching qualification(Level 2 or above) who will be able to supportyou in delivering coaching practice.

Day one of the course is generic, with a focusacross gymnastic disciplines, while days two andthree are discipline-specific, practical sessions.



• be aged 16 years or over.


The assessment methods for this qualificationinclude the completion of a logbook andobservation of your practical coaching. Yourcoach educator will help you to understandhow to complete your logbook, the differentsorts of evidence that are appropriate andacceptable, and what the programme ofassessment will be.


Learning and assessment takes into accountindividual learning and assessment needs/stylesand reasonable adjustments can me madeaccordingly. Completion of the logbook is thedirect responsibility of you, the learner. Alongthe way, your coach educator(s) and clubmentor(s) will assist you with the completion ofthe tasks in your logbook. Additionally, BG hasdeveloped a number of learning resources,which provide further information to help youthroughout the qualification.


Upon successful completion of the course, youwill be qualified as a Level 1 coach and be ableto assist in the delivery of aspects of coachingsessions, within a specified gymnastics discipline,under the direct supervision of a more qualified coach.


As a Level 1 coach, you may seek employmentas an assistant coach in BG-registered clubs orleisure centres, or you may choose to progressto the Level 2 qualification if you are aged 17years or above.


www.british-gymnastics.org

Level 1 Award in Coaching Gymnastics (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Gymnastics (QCF) is suitablefor anybody with a strong interest in coaching gymnastics. The Awardwill qualify you to assist in delivering aspects of a gymnastics coachingsession under the direct supervision of more qualified coaches.

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The course is very interactive and involvesgroup discussion, presentations and applicationof the theory in the practical context. You willpractise delivery with the help of educators andcoaching cards.

The course length is a minimum of 17 hours’contact time.


• The Level 1 course is suitable for those withsome experience of playing hockey andthose with practice in helping in a coachingor teaching environment.

• It is compulsory for you to have completedthe England Hockey Board onlineSafeguarding and Good Practice Course setin the hockey context.


You will be required to complete a learner packon the course. For your practical assessment,you will be required to plan and deliver a 15-minute session.


You will receive continual feedback duringpractical coaching sessions on the course andan action plan for further development aftercompletion of your practical assessment.


The course will result in you becoming anaccredited Level 1 coaching assistant, providingall criteria are met at the end of the course.

This is the minimum qualification for those whoare involved in hockey coaching sessionsworking under supervision; for example, a Level2 coach may be working on another part of the pitch and will assume responsibility for the session.


It is envisaged that successful learners will takethe opportunity to develop their knowledge,understanding and practical skills byvolunteering or gaining employment as acoaching assistant in a club, school or in a juniorDevelopment Centre as part of the singlesystem programme.


www.englandhockey.co.uk/take-part/coaching/find_a_course

Level 1 Award in Coaching Hockey (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Hockey (QCF) is intended toprovide the essential core skills and knowledge necessary to run a safeand enjoyable session for players new to the game under supervision. During the course, you can expect the educator to introduce:

• basic core skills (techniques)• principles of play• the use of small-sided games• the rules of the game• underpinning theory knowledge • skills to create a safe, enjoyable and effective environment.

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The Level 1 course consists of two days (15 hours) of face-to-face tutoring and internal assessments.



• be over 16 years of age • hold an up-to-date first-aid certificate.

Once qualified you are advised to:

• be or become a British Rowing member;non-members can apply online for instantmembership (England and Wales)

• be a registered British Rowing website user,a current Scottish Amateur RowingAssociation (SARA) member, a currentmember of a SARA club, and resident inScotland, or be a British Rowing member(Scotland only).


The qualification is assessed in an appropriatecoaching environment (eg with a specificpopulation group). That is usually done in thegym setting.

You will be assessed on your ability to assessrisk in your host environment, as well as theenvironment where you do the course.

Assessment tasks will include:

• completing an indoor rowing risk assessment

• completing an online safeguarding andprotecting children task

• setting up machines for each other • logging within a course workbook the

parts of a rowing machine and maintenance checks

• practical planning coaching activities fordifferent groups

• delivering coaching activities (practical) • delivering coaching sessions and practice

feedback for each other • internal observation• an independently assessed, closed-book

knowledge paper.


The course tutor will be available for theduration of the course and will be contactableafterwards if you have any further queries. You will have access to RowHow onlinelearning tools.

There is the opportunity to practise throughoutthe course and prior to assessment.


You will be able to understand how toeffectively assist more qualified coaches,delivering aspects of coaching sessions, normallyunder direct supervision.


By completing this qualification, you mayprogress to the 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate inCoaching Indoor Rowing (QCF) or the Level 2Certificate in Coaching Rowing (QCF), which isa water-based rowing qualification.

British Rowing has an extensive range ofcontinuing professional developmentworkshops that are run regionally, along with abi-annual coaching conference, that you could attend.


www.britishrowing.org

Level 1 Award in Coaching Indoor Rowing (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Indoor Rowing (QCF) covers anintroduction to technique as well as rowing for health and success. TheAward will qualify you to deliver coaching activities, and coach the skillsand techniques of indoor rowing to adults and children. The course isopen to anybody who wants to improve their knowledge and skills forcoaching indoor rowing and is suitable for coaches in fitness, schoolsand rowing club environments.

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The Level 1 programme consists of a three-hour Friday evening induction, followedby the subsequent Saturday and Sunday. It alsoincludes guidance on the assessment processand personal action planning process, before aperiod of extended study and logged coachingpractice prior to the final assessment day.



• be at least 17 years of age• have a minimum British Judo Association

(BJA) Grade 2nd Kyu (Blue belt) or a BJA-recognised equivalent*.

* This prerequisite is in place in relation to judograde in order to ensure the desired minimumtechnical competence of learners is maintained.


The majority of the assessment will take placeon the final day of the course. The assessmentwill include some written tasks, and you mustplan, deliver and evaluate four coaching sessionsthat must be witnessed by another coach(perhaps from your club) prior to your final assessment.

On the assessment day, you will be required todeliver and evaluate one of the four plannedactivities, which will be observed by anindependent assessor.


At the end of the programme, you will beprovided with formal feedback on yourperformance and an action plan for yourfurther development.


The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Judo(QCF) will qualify you as an assistant coach andenable you to deliver supervised sessions underthe guidance of a more experienced coach.


The course can be used as a stepping stone tothe Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Judo. Youmay be able to gain paid or voluntaryemployment as an assistant judo coach.


www.britishjudo.org.uk

Level 1 Award in Coaching Judo (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

Coaches are the backbone of judo, and the 1st4sport Level 1 Award inCoaching Judo (QCF) is the first step on the ladder. The course willprovide you with the knowledge and skills to be able to plan, deliver andevaluate safe and ethical judo activities to participants of all ages.

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The course is run over three separateoccasions. You must attend all modules and will need to practise your coaching in between sessions.



• be 15 years old at registration and 16 yearsold to be certificated at Level 1.

The Level 1 course is suitable for all peoplewith or without lacrosse experience.


If you attend the course, you will be required tocomplete a learner pack and will have toprovide evidence of coaching three sessions. Foryour practical assessment, you will be requiredto plan, deliver and evaluate a 15-minutesession on a particular skill from the LacrosseActivity Cards or the Level 1 Coaching Manual.


You will receive continual feedback duringpractical coaching sessions on the course andan action plan for further development aftercompletion of your practical assessment.


The course will result in you becoming a Level1 coaching assistant. This is the minimumqualification for those who are involved inlacrosse coaching sessions working undersupervision; for example, a Level 2 coach maybe working on another part of the pitch andwill assume responsibility for the session.


It is envisaged that successful learners will takethe opportunity to develop their knowledge,understanding and practical skills byvolunteering or gaining employment as acoaching assistant in a club or school situation.

If you demonstrate sound competence, arerecommended by your assessor and have theaptitude to coach at the next level in all aspects,you are encouraged to undertake the Level 2Certificate in Coaching Lacrosse.


www.englishlacrosse.co.uk or call KarenGamble on 0843-658 5006.

Level 1 Award in Coaching Lacrosse (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Lacrosse (QCF) is intended toprovide the essential core skills and knowledge necessary to run a safeand enjoyable session for players new to the game.

During the course, you can expect the educator to introduce:

• basic core skills (techniques)• use of small-sided games• the rules of the game• underpinning theory knowledge • skills to create a safe, enjoyable and effective environment.

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Three days’ attendance at the course is required,and the course runs from 9am to 6pm for allthree days. There is also some pre-course workto do, and you will be required to carry outsome coaching practice between days two and three.



• be at least 16 years of age• have a sound knowledge and experience of

netball and an understanding of the rules.


The course will include assessments that arepractical and a written portfolio of tasks.

The aim of assessment with the qualification isto assess your competency as you develop yourskills. These will be at different stages along yourcourse, according to your individual ability andreadiness. Assessment can be retaken if necessary.

The assessment will include completion ofsome written tasks. You will also be required toplan, deliver and evaluate a netball coachingactivity, which will be observed by anindependent assessor.


You will be supported throughout the courseby the tutor. You will also have the chance topractise and plan for your assessment beforeday three of the course. Throughout the course,you can email [email protected] additional support.


As a Level 1 coach, you will be qualified to assistmore-qualified coaches and deliver someaspects of the coaching sessions, under supervision.


You could use the 1st4sport Level 1 Award inCoaching Netball (QCF) to gain paid orvoluntary employment as an assistant netballcoach. You could also progress on to the Level 2Certificate in Coaching Netball.


www.englandnetball.co.uk

Level 1 Award in Coaching Netball (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Netball (QCF) covers anintroduction to the safe, ethical and effective management andcoaching of netball to players of all ages.

On gaining the Level 1 qualification, you will be able to prepare for thedelivery of coaching activities, deliver prepared activities in coachingsessions and evaluate the effectiveness of coaching activities.

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The qualification is covered over three days, thefirst two of which are mainly training with someassessment, while the third is mainly assessment.The format of the three-day course isdetermined by the course coach educator andcan be of any combination, usually this will be atwo-day weekend, followed by anotherweekend day.

The Award is also offered as an apprenticeship,with tutoring taking place over a moreextended period. Anyone interested in this form of learning should speak with British Orienteering.



• be at least 16 years of age• demonstrate the ability to navigate in an

area; this may be via a practical skillsassessment or through evidence ofcompeting at an orienteering event.


You will be assessed on the course by:

• a series of assessed written tasks, which will be handed out on day one of the course

• a home-study task to be done before daythree of the course

• one 20-minute practical coaching session onday three of the course; you will be given atopic for your practical assessment beforeday three to enable you to plan and prepare.


You will be supported by the coach educatorsthroughout the course.


Level 1 coaches in most other UKCC-endorsedsports are assistant coaches and cannot workalone. Orienteering has included elements ofsafety and risk assessment in the course toenable coaches to work safely within the remitof the British Orienteering Safety Guidelines.Restrictions are placed on Level 1 coaches, andthey can only coach unsupervised in private‘safe’ areas such as school or outdoor centregrounds, local areas and small woods and mustuse the supplied coaching cards to determine the activities.


You could progress on to the Level 2Certificate in Coaching Orienteering.


www.britishorienteering.org.uk

Level 1 Award in Coaching Orienteering (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

By achieving this award, you will be able to plan and deliverorienteering sessions to coach relevant skills and knowledge in safeenvironments matched to the levels of experience, age and aptitude ofthe participants. The course is very practical and will give you lots ofopportunities to practise your coaching skills. There are four modules covered on the course.

These are:

• Introduction to Safe and Ethical Coaching• Prepare to Deliver Coaching Activities• Deliver and Review Coaching Activities• Coaching Orienteering.

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The tutor-delivered element of the courseprogramme is split over two days, with aminimum period of one week between days one and two of the course for you toreflect upon day one and complete thenecessary tasks.



• be at least 15 years of age.

Please note that learning coaches cannot becertificated for the 1st4sport Level 1 Award inCoaching Rounders (QCF) until they are 16years of age.


In order to achieve the qualification, you will berequired to complete a 30-minute open book,multiple-choice exam paper. You will also beassessed on delivering a 15-minute practicalsession (on day one of the course, you will beinformed of the skill you will be required tocoach for the assessment).


Over the two-day course programme, a coachaction plan is completed, from which specificareas of support are identified by the tutor. Onday two, feedback on the support needed byindividual learning coaches is given.


Upon successful completion of the course, youwill be qualified as a Level 1 coach, capable ofassisting more qualified coaches in deliveringaspects of coaching rounders sessions, whileunder supervision.


Following a period of practice, you may chooseto develop your skills by participating incontinuing professional development (CPD)opportunities offered within rounders andother coaching-related oranisations. You maychoose to attend the Level 2 UKCC Certicatein Coaching Rounders (QCF). As a Level 1coach, you may be able to use the qualificationto gain either paid or voluntary employment asan assistant coach.


www.roundersengland.co.uk

Level 1 Award in Coaching Rounders (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Rounders (QCF) will provideyou with an introduction to the principles and practices of coaching saferounders activities to adults and young people. The qualification willhelp you to understand how to deliver aspects of coaching sessions,normally under direct supervision of more qualified coaches.The qualification programme will include:• basic bowling• basic batting• running• ground fielding• catching• throwing• post fielding• backstopping.

The qualification is excellent for people wanting to get involved in coaching at a rounders club witheither junior or senior players.

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The tutor-delivered element of the courseprogramme is two days (both days are from9am to 5.30pm, and you must attend bothsessions). There will also be an element ofhome study.



• be aged 16 years or over.


In order to achieve the qualification, you must:

• attend all of the course hours/days• successfully complete the practical coaching

sessions on the course, which will involveplanning delivery and review of yourcoaching sessions

• complete the tasks in your learner pack.


At the end of each day of the course, time isset aside for you and the tutor to agree actionpoints for continued improvement and how tosupport your learning needs.


Upon successful completion of the course, youwill be qualified as a Level 1 coach and able toassist more qualified coaches in deliveringaspects of coaching sessions, normally underdirect supervision


As a Level 1 coach, you may seek employmentin appropriate paid or voluntary rugby leagueroles. Opportunities may include coaching in aclub and school environment or equivalent. TheLevel 1 rugby league qualification is regarded asthe minimum standard qualification for coachesworking in the modified game. Level 1 coachescan also progress to the Level 2 Certificate inCoaching Rugby League.

In addition, Level 1 coaches may attend variousworkshops and events aimed at developingcoaching skills.


www.therfl.co.uk

Level 1 Award in Coaching Rugby League (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Rugby League (QCF) isdesigned for adults (over 16 years of age) who are looking for anintroduction to working with groups of children, junior rugby leagueteams, or for parents of children in junior rugby league teams who wantto get more involved. The course is suitable for parents, volunteers and those with limited experience of the game and coaching. You do not have to have rugby league experience, and this course is suitable forparents, players or students in further and higher education studying a sport-related qualification.

The course will help to develop your understanding of:

• how to prepare and deliver effective rugby league coaching sessions from session cards• how to review your performance as a coach and seek further development opportunities• safety and ethics in rugby league.

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The tutor-delivered element of the courseprogramme is 2.5 days in total and includes amixture of both theory and practical tasks.



• be aged 18 or over

• have attended a Start Coaching RugbyReady Course. This course lasts for threehours and is practical. There is no formalassessment, and the course is delivered byan accredited coach educator.


In order to achieve the qualification, you will becontinually assessed on competency as a coachthroughout the course. There will also be anopen-book multiple-choice written test andhome study tasks for you to complete.


You will be supported throughout the courseby the course tutors.


Upon successful completion of the course, youwill be qualified as a Level 1 coach and able toassist in coaching the skills and techniques ofrugby union.


A range of short continuing professionaldevelopment courses are available for Level 1coaches to further develop their coachingexpertise. These courses help to advancecoaches’ knowledge and application of technical,tactical, physiological, psychological and lifestylefactors that affect a player’s performance.

As a Level 1 coach, you could also progress tothe Level 2 Certificate in coaching the X V aside game if appropriate, which would enableyou to coach without supervision. Level 1coaches may also gain paid or voluntaryemployment as an assistant to an appropriatelyqualified club or school team coach.


www.rfu.com

Level 1 Award in Coaching Rugby Union (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Rugby Union (QCF) will provideyou with an opportunity to study and be assessed on both practical andtheoretical aspects of coaching the sport. The course is aimed at providing you with an introduction to the game and the principles/practiceof safe, ethical and effective management and coaching of children under 12. It offers an opportunityfor aspiring rugby union coaches to be supported in developing their knowledge of how toeffectively introduce the game, its core values and core skills to children.

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The course operates as a two-day centralcourse, home study tasks plus an eveningclub/school visit. The course is primarilypractical, and you will be given a number ofopportunities to coach (fellow coaches andyour own players) and develop your coachingthroughout the course.

UKCC Level 1 sits at Level 1 of the NationalQualifications Framework. It is linked to theSport and Recreation National OccupationalStandards (NOS). The NOS for Sport andRecreation have been developed by peoplefrom the industry with a vast range ofknowledge and experience. The standardsprovide a benchmark of good practice forcoaches, teachers and instructors. Successfullearners will be awarded SCQF Level 4 SportsCoaching – Shinty by the SQA and will alsoreceive an electronic certificate from theCamanachd Association endorsed by UKCC.The Camanachd Association is the worldgoverning body for shinty, and the SQAqualification endorsed by UKCC is the officiallyrecognised qualification.



• be 16 years of age or over• provide evidence of having completed the

Foundation Coaching Certificate in Shinty orhave appropriate shintyexperience/knowledge.


Assessment is competency-based, allowing youto be continually assessed. You will receivesupport and action planning throughout thecourse. There is also an open-book test. You will

complete, with the assistance of your tutor, aportfolio (record) to support all the work youundertake during the course. Included in theportfolio will be assessments of your coachingcarried out by fully qualified assessors.

You will have the opportunity to plan, deliverand review two 10-minute coaching sessions onthe course and one 20-minute session at yourown club/school. You will be able to participatein the practical sessions delivered by otherlearners if you are comfortable doing so.


You will be supported through the full courseand beyond by Camanachd Association tutorsand coach mentors.


Upon successful completion of the course, youwill be qualified to coach players under somedirection, for example from a head coach orcoaching coordinator.


A range of continuing professional developmentopportunities are available for you to developyour skills. Workshops and courses help toextend knowledge and understanding so youcan provide your players with the best learningenvironment possible.

You can also progress to the UKCC Level 2Certificate in Coaching Shinty.


Please contact the Coaching andPerformance Manager at the CamanachdAssociation on 01463-715 931 or goonline to www.shinty.com

Level 1 Award in Coaching ShintyAwarding organisation: Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA)

The UKCC Level 1 Award in Coaching Shinty is a practical-based course,taught over two days and one evening. It includes opportunities to studythe ‘how to coach’ and ‘what to coach’ skills of the sport of shinty. Theoverall aim of this course is to enable you to coach players under somedirection, for example from a head coach or coaching coordinator.

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The tutor-delivered element of the courseprogramme covers two days, withapproximately four weeks between days oneand two of the programme. During this time,you will need to plan, deliver and evaluate fourmini-squash lessons alongside a coach qualifiedat Level 1, 2, 3 or 4, and complete the homestudy requirements.



• be at least 16 years of age• have valid and recognised evidence of

safeguarding and protecting children andvulnerable adults training or equivalent.


In order to achieve the qualification, you will be required to practise coaching,complete an element of home study and be formally assessed via a written and apractical assessment.


You will be mentored in your practice sessionsby an identified coach mentor within your club.Tutors on the course will also provide theopportunity for discussion, questioning andongoing support.


Upon successful completion of the course, youwill be qualified as a Level 1 coach and able tocoach mini-squash independently to childrenaged 5–11 years old, and work as an assistantcoach when delivering the full game. All coachesmust have had an up-to-date Criminal RecordsBureau check.


As a Level 1 coach, you will be able to gain employment as a mini-squash coach or assist more qualified coaches in deliveringsquash coaching sessions to players of all ages.

Level 1 coaches are also able to accesscontinuing professional developmentopportunities through England Squash andRacketball, and are encouraged to attendrelevant sports coach UK workshops.

Squash is endorsed up to UKCC Level 4, whichprovides coaches with a clear coach educationprogression route.


www.englandsquashandracketball.com

Level 1 Award in Coaching Squash (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Squash (QCF) will teach you‘how’ and ‘what’ to coach and the skills required to coach squash tobeginners of all ages. The course will also help you to:• deliver squash coaching sessions to beginners of all ages• use the mini-squash cards as a planning, coaching and developmental tool• explain the coaching skills of building rapport, safe practice, instruction, demonstration

and feedback• create a positive learning environment • adapt practices to cater for differentiation • organise mini-squash competitions• use the coaching principles of what, why, when and how• identify the technical (what to coach) requirements of the grip, drive, volley, service

and service return, boast, drop and lob• critically evaluate players and coaching practice.

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The ASA Level 1 Award is traditionally a five-daycourse, often run intensively over a week,equating to approximately 32 hours’ contact timewith your tutor/assessor. However, delivery of thequalification is flexible and will vary between ASAApproved Centres.


In order to attend the course, you must:

• be 16 years of age


In your chosen discipline, your understanding ofcoaching, and your ability to plan, conduct andevaluate coaching sessions, will be assessedthroughout the learning programme. There are avariety of ways you can be assessed, and themethods chosen will be determined by yourtutor/assessor. You may, for example, be asked todemonstrate your competence through aprofessional discussion between you and yourassessor or group work, provide a portfolio ofwritten evidence, a selection of session plans or areflective diary. You will have a practicalassessment where an assessor will observe yourdelivery of a number of coaching sessions.

Level 1 Award in Coaching Swimming, Diving, Water Polo or Synchronised Swimming (QCF)Amateur Swimming Association (ASA)

The ASA Level 1 Award in Coaching Swimming, Diving, Water Polo orSynchronised Swimming (QCF) is a UKCC-endorsed coaching qualification andis ideal for those individuals new to coaching or seeking to get involved in anew sport.This qualification offers a practical learning programme involving a blend of group discussion,presentations and, most importantly, practical experience of coaching children and adults within yourchosen discipline. During the learning programme, you will be introduced to the safe and ethicalprinciples for coaching while learning the fundamental skills of how to plan, conduct and evaluatesessions. Achievement of this qualification will allow you to actively support a more qualified coach (Level 2/3) in your chosen discipline.

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By the end of this qualification, you will be able toassist a more qualified coach in the delivery of apre-prepared coaching session.


You will be directed to complete continualprofessional development either online or byattending further events. You will also beencouraged to complete your Level 2 qualification.This qualification may enable you to secure paid orvoluntary work as a support coach in a club,leisure centre, school, hotel or gym.

How do I book on to a course and gainfurther information?

www.swimming.org/asa/teaching-and-coaching/learner-information/

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The ASA Level 1 Award is traditionally a five-daycourse, often run intensively over a week,equating to approximately 32 hours’ contact timewith your tutor/assessor. However, delivery of thequalification is flexible and will vary between ASAApproved Centres.



• be a minimum of 16 years of age.


Your understanding of coaching, and your abilityto plan, conduct and evaluate teaching sessions,will be assessed throughout the learningprogramme. There are a variety of ways you canbe assessed, and the methods chosen will bedetermined by your tutor/assessor. You may, forexample, be asked to demonstrate yourcompetence through a professional discussionbetween you and your assessor or group work,provide a portfolio of written evidence, aselection of session plans or a reflective diary. Youwill have a practical assessment where an assessorwill observe your delivery of a number ofteaching sessions.


You will receive support directly from yourtutor/assessor. You will also receive online supportif completing your qualification through theInstitute of Swimming (IoS).


By the end of this qualification, you will be able toassist a more qualified teacher in the delivery of apre-prepared teaching session.


You will be directed to complete continualprofessional development either online or byattending further events. You will also beencouraged to complete your Level 2 qualification.This qualification may enable you to secure paid orvoluntary work as a support coach in a club,leisure centre, school, hotel or gym.


www.swimming.org/asa/teaching-and-coaching/learner-information/

Level 1 Award in Teaching Aquatics (QCF)

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The ASA Level 1 Award in Teaching Aquatics (QCF) is a UKCC-endorsedteaching qualification and is ideal for those individuals new to teaching orseeking to get involved in a new sport.This qualification offers a practical learning programme involving a blend of group discussion,presentations and, most importantly, practical experience of teaching children and adults. Duringthe learning programme, you will be introduced to the safe and ethical principles for coaching whilelearning the fundamental skills of how to plan, conduct and evaluate teaching sessions. Achievementof this qualification will allow you to actively support a more qualified Level 2 teacher of aquatics.

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The tutor-delivered element of the courseprogramme is two eight-hour days, with a 3–6-week break between the two sessions,which will give you time to take part incoaching practice and complete some home study tasks.



• be 16 years of age or over on the first dayof the course, to achieve certification.

You should have some knowledge and/orexperience of playing table tennis prior oregistration.

To achieve the qualification, you should alsoprovide evidence of:

• successful attendance of a three-hour childprotection workshop (‘Safeguarding andProtecting Children’ or equivalent)

• successful attendance of a three-hour(minimum) recognised emergency first aidcourse (St John Ambulance or equivalent).


The assessment will be achieved by completionof various course and home study written tasksand then the completion of one practical task,which will take place on day two of the course programme.

For the practical exam, you will need to delivera 15-minute pre-planned session to a smallgroup of other learners on the course. You willthen have an opportunity to self-review yoursession, followed by a 15-minute interview withan assessor.


You will receive feedback and evaluation fromyour tutor and fellow learners during thecourse. Coach mentoring is also available but isnot provided by ETTA. It is expected that youwill seek mentoring support from anappropriate coach within your club. The mentorshould be able to support you in yourpreparation for assessment and the completionof home study and coaching tasks.


Upon successful completion of the course, youwill be qualified as a Level 1 coach and able toassist more qualified coaches in deliveringcoaching activities to players of all ages,normally under direct supervision. Following the course, Level 1 coaches may workindependently, only using UKCC NationalSource Group-developed resources. However, itis advised that coaches work alongside other,more experienced coaches wherever possible.


Regular workshops for Level 1 coaches are held at a regional level; please contact yourregional coach for details, or check the coachingsection of the ETTA website. ETTA will alsoprovide access to online resources via a virtuallearning environment and online database; fromthis, you will be able to manage your coaching career. You could also progress on tothe 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in CoachingTable Tennis.


www.etta.co.uk/coaching

Level 1 Award in Coaching Table Tennis (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Table Tennis (QCF) is aimedat anyone who would like to develop coaching skills in the sport oftable tennis. The course is designed to provide you with anintroduction to the practical and theoretical aspects of coaching thesport. The foundation level of knowledge recognised in thisqualification will enable you to develop an understanding of safe,ethical and effective coaching.

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Level 1 Award in Coaching Tennis (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Tennis (QCF) is an introduction totennis coaching, aimed at learners who are enthusiastic about tennis andwant to become involved in delivering LTA Mini Tennis, sponsored byHighland Spring, coaching sessions.The Level 1 course is 100% court-based, and all activities within the course take place either on court orat court side.

The course programme will teach you how to:

• motivate and inspire others to play tennis • use effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills • organise tennis activities constructively and safely • plan and deliver a structured lesson using Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) Level 1 coaching

assistant resources • have basic knowledge of tactics, techniques and rules of tennis • have a full understanding of the structure of LTA Mini Tennis.

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Please note that you will be required toorganise your coaching assistant experiencebefore the course starts.



• be at least 16 years of age on the first day ofthe course

• have an active interest and involvement in tennis

• provide evidence of a satisfactory enhancedLTA Criminal Records Bureau disclosurewithin the last 12 months or have a letter ofdeployment from the club you will beworking with; this can be obtained from thecourse providers.

How will I be assessed?In order to achieve the qualification, you will beassessed in two areas: on-court practicalcoaching assessment, using course materials; andyour portfolio of evidence.You must also attendall the course sessions at the same venue andpass each element of assessment

What support can I expect?You will receive feedback and guidance duringthe course. As mentioned, you will be requiredto complete a minimum of three hours’coaching assistant experience with an LTA-licensed coach mentor, during the break.

What will I be qualified to do?Upon successful completion of the course, youwill be qualified as a Level 1 coaching assistantand able to assist an LTA-licensed coach withgroups of LTA Mini Tennis players.

What could I do next?As a Level 1 coach, you can become registeredwith the LTA. This is a basic level of accreditationfor coaches and coaching assistants. You could alsoprogress to take the Level 2 Coaching Assistantqualification, which will qualify you to work withgroups of beginners on your own.


http://www.lta.org.uk/Coaches-coaching-assistants/Coach-education-structure/Level-1---Coaching-Assistant/

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The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in CoachingTriathlon (QCF) is a three-day course withapproximately 2–3 weeks between weekends,totalling 33 hours of guided and self-directedstudy. This equates to approximately 22 hours’contact time with your tutor and 11 hours ofhome study.



• be a minimum of 16 years of age.

• It is strongly recommended that you haveappropriate insurance cover beforeunderstaking any independent coachingpractice. The British Triathlon Federation canprovide insurance cover:www.triathlonengland.org and click on ‘membership’.


There will be one 15-minute assessed practicalcoaching session on the last day of the course, a 45-minute exam on day three, under standard examination conditions, and a selection of group and home study portfolio-based activities.


Support is offered directly by British Triathloncoach education staff.

You will be expected to identify a coachingplacement (normally a club environment)where you will be in a position to practice yourcoaching in a supportive way. This will be anopportunity to plan, deliver and evaluate yourcoaching activities and generate assessmentevidence for the qualification.


Upon successful completion of the course, youwill be able to assist more qualified coaches,delivering aspects of coaching sessions, normallytheir direct supervision.


British Triathlon encourages qualified coaches tokeep up to date with the latest developments incoaching practice and triathlon technicaldevelopments. This includes programmesoffered by sports coach UK and British Triathlon.

This qualification may enable you to secure paidor voluntary work as an assistant coach within atriathlon club, local authority leisure centre orhealth and fitness establishment. On successfulcompletion of Level 1, you are able to progressto Level 2.


www.britishtriathlon.org

Level 1 Award in Coaching Triathlon (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Triathlon (QCF) is the entry-levelcoaching award for triathlon, aimed at individuals new to coaching and/orthe sport of triathlon.The course is very interactive and involves a blend of group discussion, presentations and mostimportantly practical coaching experience across all three disciplines.

Throughout the course, you will be introduced to the fundamental skills of coaching (eg how to build rapport, demonstrate and explain). These are then applied to the technical, sport specificcomponents of triathlon.

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There are 32 learning hours, 22 of which are split over three days. Thisincludes guided learning hours, both on and off-course coaching practiceopportunities.

A minimum of seven days have to have elapsedbefore attending the final day of the course inorder to ensure practice time before theobserved assessment on day three.



• be over 16 years of age

• have a basic understanding of the game.


The assessment will require you to:

• complete all aspects of the course to asatisfactory standard

• complete a portfolio and assessed written tasks

• complete a written theory test

• deliver a practical coaching session to a small group.


You will be guided on course by your tutor.


Upon successful completion of the course, youwill be qualified to assist a more qualified coach,working with school beginner/junior club playerand senior beginner/social/club players in thelower levels of a local league.


Having completed this course you may seekemployment as an assistant volleyball coach invarious settings. You may also wish to progressto the UKCC Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Volleyball.


www.volleyballengland.org

Level 1 Award in Coaching Volleyball (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Volleyball (QCF) course issuitable for those who are new to coaching, but have some knowledge of the game and would like to learn how to apply that in a coaching environment. The course will provide you with an introduction to the practical and theoretical aspects of coachingvolleyball. The foundation level of knowledge recognised in this qualification will enable you to begin todevelop an understanding of safe, ethical and effective coaching.

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The course is made up of two days of trainingfollowed by a practical assessment on day three.You will be required to take part in a minimumof two hours’ supported practice (ie coaching in a wrestling club away from the course)between the first day of training and the final assessment.



• be 16 years of age prior to certification

• have attended or haveknowledge/experience of the BritishWrestling Association’s white and yellowawards workshops.

Please note, to be an accredited Level 1 coach,you must complete a Criminal Records Bureaudisclosure and hold an emergency first aid certificate.


You will be asked to complete 10 portfoliotasks, which include on- and off-course tasks.These tasks include written, online and practicalcoaching tasks. On day three, you will be giventhe opportunity to prepare and deliver a 15-minute coaching session.


During the course, you will receive continualfeedback during practical coaching sessions andan action plan for further development afteryour practical assessment. You will also receiveassistance with online tasks if you do not haveup to date computer skills.


Upon successful completion of the course, youwill be qualified to assist more experienced andqualified coaches in their wrestling club.


You will be encouraged to gain coachingexperience and take part in the opportunitiesto maintain and progress your skills under thesupervision of a Level 2 coach. You couldproceed to the Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Wrestling (QCF).


www.britishwrestling.org

Level 1 Award in Coaching Wrestling (QCF)Awarding organisation: 1st4sport Qualifications

The 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Wrestling (QCF) is designed toprovide you with the skills and knowledge to help beginners develop,have fun and gain confidence.The qualification focuses on the art and science of coaching, introducing you to the ‘how to coach’skills, as well as helping you to break down and coach the technical and tactical elements of wrestlingplus the associated competition rules.

The qualification covers the following key areas:

• roles and responsibilities of the Level 1 coach – health and safety, equality and safeguarding• technical and tactical elements of wrestling• deliver an effective warm-up and cool-down• ‘how to coach’ skills• action planning and the coach’s personal development.

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At the time of publication, 23 July 2012, the information in this document is correct. However, as theprogrammes that are UKCC endorsed have a strong emphasis on continuous improvement, theinformation is constantly changing. The relevant governing body of sport will be able to advise of anychanges to the programme.

Angling Angling Trust www.anglingtrust.net

Archery Archery GB www.archerygb.org

Badminton Badminton England www.badmintonengland.co.uk

Basketball England Basketball www.englandbasketball.co.uk

Canoeing British Canoe Union www.bcu.org.uk

Cricket England and Wales Cricket Board www.ecb.co.uk

Cycling British Cycling www.britishcycling.org.uk

Equestrian British Equestrian Federation www.bef.co.uk

Football The Football Association www.thefa.com

Gymnastics British Gymnastics www.british-gymnastics.org

Hockey England Hockey www.englandhockey.co.uk

Indoor Rowing British Rowing www.britishrowing.org

Judo British Judo Association www.britishjudo.org.uk

Lacrosse English Lacrosse www.englishlacrosse.co.uk

Netball England Netball www.englandnetball.co.uk

Orienteering British Orienteering www.britishorienteering.org.uk

Rounders Rounders England www.roundersengland.co.uk

Rugby League The Rugby Football League www.therfl.co.uk

Rugby Union The Rugby Football Union www.rfu.com

Shinty The Camanachd Association www.shinty.com

Squash England Squash and Racketball www.englandsquashandracketball.com

Swimming British Swimming and The ASA www.britishswimming.org/asa

Table Tennis English Table Tennis Association www.etta.co.uk/coaching

Tennis Lawn Tennis Association http://www.lta.org.uk/Coaches-coaching-assistants/Coach-education-structure/Level-1---Coaching-Assistant/

Triathlon British Triathlon Federation www.britishtriathlon.org

Volleyball Volleyball England www.volleyballengland.org

Wrestling British Wrestling www.britishwrestling.org

For general information about coaching, please visit the sports coach UK website:www.sportscoachuk.org

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