Club Coach (SCCO L5/24_1) – April 2024

A Scottish Coaching Certificate in Orienteering fully accredited by the SQA (SCQF L5), this course blends theory and practical providing the knowledge and skills to run single sessions within a framework set up by a more experienced coach.

Please note that the Club Coach  has now replaced old Level 1 which is no longer supported by sportscotland.  It is essentially the same course that we have been running since Covid but the name has changed and course content updated in line with the new qualifications.

INTENDED FOR:

Foundation level coaches interested in furthering their experience to gain a formal coaching qualification.

USUAL DURATION:

Re-designed to be delivered mainly online, this course comprises four tutor led, interactive sessions online (1 – 1.5 hrs each) and 1 full day in person practical which includes the assessment.

ASSESSMENT:

Written tasks and observation of practical coaching session by a qualified assessor.

COST:

£170 per person, £200 non-members.   It may be possible to receive Coach Education Subsidy towards the cost of this course.  Please contact suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org for details and an application form.

COURSE OUTLINE:

The focus of the Club Coach (Level 5) is the single session, usually progressing a skill within the session. Building on the basic skills covered in Coaching Foundation, the course includes the theory of what and how to coach, practical exercise planning and delivery including risk management and developing yourself as a coach.

PRE-REQUISITES:

• Attendance at Coaching Foundation course
• Aged 17 or over
• Evidence of competence at orienteering at TD4 or above
• Current member of British Orienteering – for insurance purposes

BOOKING:

Email suzanne@scottish-orienteering.org for further information or go directly to the URL link below to register for the course.