Facts and Figures
| Qualification Accreditation Number | 100/5725/0 |
| Pathway Unit Number | K/500/3784 |
| Learning Hours (Guided) | 37 (28) |
| SFA/LAD Funding Code | 100/5078/4 |
| Entry Age | 16+ |
| Qualification Accreditation Start Date | 01/11/05 |
| Qualification Accreditation End Date | 31/12/10 |
| Certification End Date | 31/12/11 |
| Qualification Structure | See the units of this qualification |
| Supporting Materials | See the supporting materials |
Find out how to apply to deliver this qualification.
There are no costs involved in applying or becoming a 1st4sport recognised centre.
Developed in partnership with the National Source Group for Tennis, the 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Tennis is the first step on the tennis coaching pathway and offers an opportunity for those with little or no experience of coaching to be introduced to the principles of planning, delivering and reviewing coaching activities in tennis. The foundation level of knowledge provided by this qualification helps learners to understand how to effectively assist more qualified coaches, delivering aspects of coaching sessions, normally under direct supervision. Holders of this Certificate can gain employment as an assistant to an appropriately qualified club coach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the qualification for?
Why deliver this qualification?
What are the learner prerequisites?
How is the qualification structured?
What are the supporting materials?
What are the fees?
How do I find out more?
How do I apply?
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Who is the Qualification for?
Anyone over 16 years of age who has an interest in tennis and would like to develop and improve his or her coaching skills. Parents of children playing tennis who would like to become more involved. Sports centre staff, teachers, youth workers and volunteers would also find that this qualification supported their involvement in the sport. Students in further or higher education, studying sports-related coaching qualifications, should pursue this Certificate as a valuable addition to their portfolio of coaching skills.
Why Deliver this Qualification?
Developed with the National Source Group for Tennis and UKCC endorsed
This qualification has been developed with the National Source Group for Tennis, which is made up of representatives from the home country governing bodies of sport for tennis – the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA), Tennis Scotland, Tennis Wales and the British Tennis Coaches Association (BTCA). This UK-wide standardisation of the delivery of coach education has ensured that the sport has been able to gain UKCC endorsement for the coach education programme within which the qualification sits. The result: you can be confident that this is the only UKCC-endorsed Level 1 tennis coaching qualification available.
Provides a progression route for coaches
The 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Tennis is the first rung on the tennis coaching ladder. Why not offer the Level 2 qualification and give budding tennis coaches clear progression?
Increase qualification provision
By offering learners access to, and involvement in, the sport of tennis, it helps you form part of a structured and progressive programme for sports coaching and other related qualifications.
Eligible for funding
The 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Tennis is a nationally recognised qualification that can attract government funding to support the delivery and assessment of the award. For more information on funding eligibility, please visit the Learning and Skills Council website: www.lsc.gov.uk.
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What are the Learner Prerequisites?
Learners are required to:
- be a minimum of 17 years of age
- have previous experience of playing the sport or to be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice of playing tennis
- have attended the LTA Child Protection Workshop or equivalent prior to certification
- have confirmation of receipt of a positive CRB check via the LTA mechanism prior to certification.
How is the Qualification Structured?
The qualification is divided into the following units:
| Unit No | Unit Title | Accreditation No. |
| 1 | Introduction to Safe and Ethical Coaching | M/103/5014 |
| 2 | Prepare to Deliver Coaching Activities | T/103/5015 |
| 3 | Deliver and Review Coaching Activities | A/103/5016 |
| 13 | Coaching Tennis | K/500/3784 |
There are 37 recommended learning hours for learners to complete the qualification, of which 28 are guided learning hours.
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What are the Supporting Materials?
Unlike many other awarding bodies that 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 the qualification
- tutor/assessor guidance notes,which include sample answers to support you when assessing your students
- qualification administration that is all carried out online, enabling you to process students quickly and effectively, and making the records we hold on your students accessible to you at the click of a mouse.
For recognised centres and tutors, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
generic administrative guidance and tools for recognised centres - Qualification Specification outlining the requirements of delivering and assessing the qualification
- 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Tennis Tutor/Assessor/Verifier Guidance
- 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Tennis Guidance to Assessment
- internal and independent assessment tools.
For learners, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
- 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Tennis Learner Pack
- internal and independent assessment tools
- Coaching Assistant Handbook and On-court Folder
- LTA Health and Safety Guidelines for Coaching
- LTA Code of Conduct for Coaches
- LTA Working with Children Guidelines
- Know the Game of Tennis
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What are the Fees?
Fees are charged per learner and provide registration and certification for the qualification, as well as a 1st4sport Learner Pack, learning resources and certificate. There are no costs involved in applying to deliver the qualification or becoming a 1st4sport recognised centre. Further information on fees is available in your qualification application pack.
How do I Find Out More?
For more information on the organisations that the 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Tennis was developed in partnership with, please visit their respective websites at:
LTA – www.lta.org.uk
Tennis Scotland - www.tennisscotland.org
Tennis Wales - www.tennis.wales.org
(BTCA) - www.tenniscoachuk.com
Contact Details for 1st4sport Qualifications:
1st4sport Qualifications
Coachwise limited
Chelsea Close
Off Amberly Road
Armley
Leeds LS12 4HP
Tel: 0113-290 7610
E-mail: enquires@1st4sportqualifications.com
How do I Apply?
If you are not already a 1st4sport recognised centre, but would like to deliver the 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Tennis, you will first need to fill in a Centre Recognition Application Form.
To apply, please request a Centre Recognition Application Form
If you are already a 1st4sport recognised centre and would like to seek approval to deliver the 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Tennis, please access Athena, the 1st4sport quality assurance system, and complete the qualification approval process. If you cannot remember your username and password, please contact us.
We don’t charge you any fees to apply to deliver this qualification.
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