Please note when considering applying that candidates must be at least 16 years old on the first day of a UKCC1 course and 16 on the assessment day. Details of upcoming courses will be posted here when available.
NB: For important information for all candidates, please click here.
Course title |
UKCC1 1st4Sport Cricket Coaching Assistant |
Course Content |
The course is aimed at beginner coaches who will be able to ‘assist more qualified coaches, delivering aspects of coaching sessions, normally under direct supervision’. This role may include running warm ups, cool downs, small sided games and small group work. The course is essentially designed for parents and volunteers starting on the coaching pathway.
Module 1: Introduction to Coaching.
Module 2: Using Games to promote learning.
Module 3: Developing technical skills using group coaching.
Module 4: Group Coaching
Assessment: Short multiple choice questionnaire, 15 minute coaching session and debrief. Candidates can except to have an enjoyable experience working with our tutors and gain a vast about of knowledge. |
Who Should Apply |
Candidates must be available for all 3 dates (4 modules of the course & assessment) and be willing to make a commitment to improve cricket within Devon. This course is open to anyone interested in furthering their current coaching knowledge. Candidates MUST be 16 years old on the first day of the course and 16 years old on the assessment day. ALL coaches should become members of the ECBCA. |
Course Progression |
UKCC Cert 2, Coach Development Workshops, Club Coach Award & National UKCC3 |
Cost |
£175 for members of DCB affiliated clubs (£200 for others) |
Additional Requirements |
Pre-requisites: CRB (Free), First Aid course (£25) and a Safeguarding & Protecting Children Course (£25). Fees assume coaches attending are from DCB affiliated clubs. Both courses will be available through the Devon Cricket Board for successful applicants. Candidates must wear suitable clothing & footwear for cricket coaching! |
BOOKING INSTRUCTIONS |
To book a place on one of the courses below, please download and complete the booking form by clicking the picture on the right. Completed forms may be emailed to Martin Webb at DCBCoaches@aol.com, however, even if you have emailed the form, you will still need to print and sign a hard copy and send this by post to DCB Coaches Association, c/o Martin Webb, Old Mill Cottage, West Buckland, Kingsbridge, TQ7 3AG. Please note that your application cannot be accepted without an original signed hard copy of the form. If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact Martin on 01548 560090 |
Course A | |
Dates | 13th & 20th October 2012, assessment 27th October 2012 |
Venue | The Ondaatje Cricket Centre, University of Exeter Sports Park, Stocker Road, Exeter, EX4 4QN |
Course B | |
Dates | 13th & 20th January 2013, assessment 3rd February 2013 |
Venue | Plymouth College, Ford Park, Plymouth PL4 6RN |
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