The L1CCSQ is awarded by 1st4sport Qualifications and has been developed in partnership with the National Source Group for Squash.
It is accredited at Level 1 on the National Qualifications Framework. For further information on the accredited status of the L1CCSQ, please log on to the QCA-accredited qualifications website at www.accreditedqualifications.org.uk.
Is the L1CCSQ for me?
If you are over 16 years of age and you would like to develop and improve your coaching skills in squash, then the L1CCSQ is designed for you.
Why should I study the L1CCSQ?
It forms part of a structured and progressive programme of sports coaching and other related qualifications, offering you access and involvement in introducing others to the sport of squash.
What can I use the L1CCSQ for?
- To gain paid or unpaid employment as an assistant squash coach.
- As part of the development of a credible CV for employment in the sport and recreation industry.
- As a stepping-stone to the 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Squash (L2CCSQ).
What will I learn?
Your learning programme will develop your understanding of:
- safe and ethical coaching in squash
- the preparation involved to deliver squash coaching activities
- the delivery and review of squash coaching activities.
How will my learning programme be structured?
Learning programmes are usually designed by the recognised centre that delivers the qualification. They may, therefore, vary in length and format. Depending on your needs, delivery centres can offer intensive courses or a series of learning events over a period of weeks. Whatever the timescale, all learning programmes should include the following phases:
- an induction to the qualification and your programme of learning and assessment
- a learning programme that meets your needs, focusing on the theory and practice of coaching squash
- a programme of assessment, spread throughout the course, including observations of your coaching by an appropriately qualified assessor.
At the end of the programme, you will be provided with formal feedback on your performance and an action plan for your further development.
What will my assessment involve?
Internal assessment comprises a series of assessed tasks that explore your understanding of:
- safe and ethical coaching in squash
- the preparation required to deliver squash coaching activities
- the delivery and evaluation of squash coaching activities.
Independent assessment comprises of an observation of a practical coaching activity and evaluation.
Where can I access the qualification?
The qualification is delivered by 1st4sport Qualifications’ recognised centres, not all of which offer open courses to members of the public. Your first port of call to access a course should be 1st4sport Qualifications contact details are below.
How much will the qualification cost me?
Recognised centres offering this qualification determine their own fees and they will vary from centre to centre. The fees charged should entitle you to a programme of learning and assessment, registration and certification for the qualification, a 1st4sport Candidate Pack and an appropriate learning resource. For further information on the costs of courses, please contact a recognised centre.
Opportunities for funding may be available via a recognised centre, if you are eligible.
Contact details
For information on where to access a learning programme for the L1CCSQ, or for more information please contact the relevant NGB or contact 1st4sport Qualifications via email at enquiries@1st4sportqualifications.com or by calling 0113-290 7610.
England Squash
National Squash Centre
Rowsley Street
Manchester M11 3FF
Tel: 0161-231 4499
Fax: 0161-231 4231
Email: enquiries@englandsquash.com
Website: www.englandsquash.com
Ulster Squash
House of Sport
2A Upper Malone Road
Belfast BT9 5LA
Tel: 02890-383 809
Fax: 02890-682 757
Email: webmaster@ulstersquash.com
Website: www.ulstersquash.com
Scottish Squash
Caledonia House
1 Redheughs Rigg
South Gyle
Edinburgh EH12 9DQ
Tel: 0131-317 7343
Fax: 0131-317 7734
Email: info@scottishsquash.org
Website: www.scottishsquash.org
Squash Wales
St Mellons Country Club
St Mellons
Cardiff CF3 2XR
Tel: 01633-682 108
Fax: 01633-680 998
Email: squashwales@squashwales.co.uk
Website: www.squashwales.co.uk
Other 1st4sport Qualifications you may be interested in:
- 1st4sport Certificate in First Aid for Sport (FAS)
- 1st4sport Level 2 Award in Coaching Studies (L2ACS)
- 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Squash (L2CCSQ)
- 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Squash (L3CCSQ)
- 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching via a number of sporting pathways
- 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching via a number of sporting pathways
- 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching via a number of sporting pathways
