Overview
| Qualification Number | 501/2255/1 |
| Credit Value (Guided Learning Hours) | 7 (56) |
| SFA/LAD Funding Code | 501/2255/1 |
| Entry age: | 16 |
| Qualification Operational Start Date | 01/11/2010 |
| Qualification Operational End Date | 28/02/2015 |
| Certification End Date | 29/02/2016 |
| Qualification Structure | See Structure |
| Supporting Materials | See Materials |
To find out how to apply to deliver this qualification see the How to Apply section. There are no costs involved in applying or becoming a 1st4sport recognised centre.
Developed in partnership with the National Source group for Squash1, the 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Squash (QCF) is the first qualification on the squash coaching ladder. The qualification provides learners aged 16 and over with an opportunity to study and be assessed on both the theoretical and practical aspects of coaching squash. The foundation level of knowledge recognised in this qualification will enable them to develop an understanding of the safe, ethical and effective management and coaching of squash. The Award qualifies holders to coach mini-squash to groups of children.
1The National Source Group for Squash is composed of the constituent governing bodies for Squash in the UK (England Squash and Racketball, Scottish Squash and Racketball, and Squash Wales).
Prerequisites
Prior to certification, learners are required to:
- be at least 16 years of age
- have valid and recognised evidence of safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults training, or equivalent.
Note:
Learners will require appropriate insurance cover before undertaking any independent coaching practice. Those working with children may be required by an employer to have been positively vetted by the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and may be required to have completed a Personal Disclosure Form.
Structure
The qualification is divided into the following units:
| Unit Title | Reference number | GLH | Credit |
| Understanding the fundamentals of coaching sport | D/601/3531 | 6 | 1 |
| Understanding the principles of planning coaching activities in sport | H/601/3532 | 10 | 1 |
| Understanding the principles of conducting coaching activities in sport | K/601/3533 | 10 | 1 |
| Understanding the principles of evaluating coaching activities in sport | M/601/3534 | 7 | 1 |
| Plan coaching activities in squash | D/602/5551 | 7 | 1 |
| Conduct coaching activities in squash | R/602/5563 | 10 | 1 |
| Evaluate coaching activities in squash | Y/602/5564 | 6 | 1 |
Materials
Unlike many other awarding bodies, who just supply you with the basic qualification standards, we go that extra mile to support you by providing:
- full and comprehensive Learner Packs, which include a full set of structured learning and assessment tasks to help you deliver and assess the qualification
- tutor/assessor guidance notes, which include sample answers to support you when assessing your students
- online qualification administration, enabling you to process learners quickly and effectively, and making the records we hold on your learners accessible to you at the click of a mouse.
For recognised centres and tutors, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
- Administrative guidance and tools for recognised centres
- Qualification Specification
- 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Squash (QCF) Tutor, Assessor and Verifier Guidance Pack Part One
- 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Squash (QCF) Tutor, Assessor and Verifier Guidance Pack Part Two
- Squash Health and Safety Guidelines for Coaching
- Tutor Orientation Pack (through governing body of sport).
For learners, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
- 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Squash (QCF) Learner Pack Part One
- 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Squash (QCF) Learner Pack Part Two
- Mini Squash Coaches’ Pack (including activity cards)
- Squash Health and Safety Guidelines for Coaching
- Code of Conduct for Squash Coaches.
Fees
Fees are charged per learner and provide registration and certification for the qualification, as well as a 1st4sport Learner Pack, learning resources and a Certificate. There are no costs involved in applying or becoming a 1st4sport recognised centre. Further information on fees is available in your qualification application pack.
How to Apply
Non-1st4sport recognised centres
If you are not already a 1st4sport recognised centre, you need to apply to become one by completing a Centre Recognition Application Form. You can now do this online through Athena, the 1st4sport online Quality Assurance System, where you can also apply to become approved for the qualifications that interest you. To access Athena, simply call us on 0113-290 7610 to receive a unique access code or fill in the Request for Centre Recognition Application Form and we will send you one.
Existing 1st4sport recognised centres
If you are already a 1st4sport recognised centre and would like to seek approval to deliver the 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Badminton (QCF) please access Athena and complete the qualification approval process. If you cannot remember your username and password, please contact us at qmt@1st4sportqualifications.com.
QCF
This qualification sits on the new QCF. Further information about the benefits of the new framework can be found by visiting the Ofqual website.
All learners being registered for QCF qualifications are required to have a Unique Learner Number (ULN) issued by the Learner Register. To be approved to offer this QCF qualification, you will need to demonstrate that you can access and verify learners’ ULNs with the Learner Register. For more information about this process, please visit the Learning Records Service website.
