Candidates achieving the qualification via one of the optional sport-specific pathways are eligible to seek employment in appropriate paid or voluntary coaching roles. They should look to develop their learning and knowledge of coaching their sport by working with other more experienced coaches. Holders of this qualification may wish to gather further evidence to achieve a Level 1 N/SVQ in Sport and Recreation. Achievement will require the candidates to demonstrate their competence in fulfilling all the performance criteria and range of the national standards, in the workplace, over a period of time.
Following a period of practice as a Level 1 qualified coach, coaches may choose to develop their skills by participating in continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities offered within their sport and other coaching-related organisations. In addition, they may choose to follow a programme of training for a Level 2 Certificate in Coaching in their chosen sport.
All qualified coaches are encouraged to take advantage of the professional and educational services, including coach registrations and CPD offered by the appropriate governing body. In addition, they may wish to progress their knowledge of coaching methods and practices in a specific area of interest and might undertake workshops and/or alternative learning opportunities offered by other relevant organisations, such as sports coach UK.
Dependent upon the pathway, chosen by candidates, the independent assessment component will be either an observation of practical coaching of activities within a simulated environment or a written assessment. The criteria covers knowledge and understanding of the three generic units of this qualification in the context of coaching at this level.
Qualification Accreditation Number 100/5725/0 provides pathways to the following qualifications:
1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching (Triathlon); (Cricket); (Rugby League); (Squash); (Basketball); (Football); (Netball); (Angling); (Tennis); (Badminton); (Table Tennis); (Cycling); (Ice Skating); (Coaching Strength and Conditioning for Sport); (Hockey); (Rugby Union); (Judo); (Indoor Rowing); (Orienteering); (Volleyball); (Handball); (Rounders).
Candidates must complete all units in Group A and one optional unit from the Group B of their chosen pathway.