Overview
| Qualification Number | 600/0086/7 |
| Credit Value (Guided Learning Hours) | 26 (270–360) |
| SFA/LAD Funding Code | 600/0086/7 |
| Entry age: | 18 |
| National Diploma in Sport | Expected to be included in Additional and specialist learning (ASL) catalogue at next submission date |
| Qualification Operational Start Date | 13/12/2010 |
| Qualification Operational End Date | 28/02/2015 |
| Certification End Date | 28/02/2018 |
| 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 Basketball1, the 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Basketball (QCF) is designed to provide learners aged 18 and over with knowledge and understanding of the practical and theoretical aspects of coaching basketball. The level of knowledge recognised in this qualification will enable them to develop an understanding of the safe, ethical and effective coaching of basketball. Those who complete this Certificate will be able to deliver basketball coaching programmes to a variety of participants in an appropriate environment.
1The National Source Group for Basketball is composed of the constituent governing bodies for basketball in the UK (England Basketball, basketballscotland and Basketball Wales).
Prerequisites
Prior to registration, learners are required to:
- be a minimum of 18 years of age
- hold the 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Basketball (QCF) or equivalent
- be coaching and training the same team in a club/team environment with regular training sessions and have competitive matches on a regular basis
- have experience of coaching the same group of players for a full season within the past three years
- have experience of coaching a variety of players in more than one element of the player pathway and at a variety of age groups
Prior to certification, learners are required to have evidence of having successfully attended:
- the sports coach UK ‘Safeguarding and Protecting Children’ workshop or equivalent
- an appointed person’s first-aid course or equivalent
Structure
The qualification is divided into the following units:
| Unit Title | Reference No. | GLH | Credit |
| 1 | Understanding the Principles of Safe and Equitable Coaching Practice | M/601/2108 | 13 | 2 |
| 2 | Understanding the Fundamentals of Coaching Programmes | T/601/3535 | 18 | 3 |
| 3 | Understanding the Principles of Planning Coaching Programmes | A/601/3536 | 18 | 3 |
| 4 | Understanding How to Support Participants’ Lifestyle through Coaching Programmes | F/601/3537 | 18 | 3 |
| 5 | Analyse Participants’ Performance and Set Programme Goals in Basketball | M/602/5845 | 5 | 2 |
| 6 | Plan Coaching Programmes in Basketball | F/602/5851 | 8 | 2 |
| 7 | Manage Safe and Effective Basketball Coaching Programmes | J/602/5852 | 12 | 2 |
| 8 | Deliver Basketball Coaching Programmes | Y/602/5855 | 15 | 2 |
| 9 | Develop Participants’ Performance in Basketball | H/602/5857 | 22 | 3 |
| 10 | Monitor and Evaluate Basketball Coaching Programmes | M/602/5859 | 6 | 2 |
| 11 | Develop Coaching Practice in Basketball | K/602/5861 | 5 | 2 |
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 the qualification
- tutor/assessor guidance notes, which include sample answers to support you when assessing your learners
- 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:
- generic administrative guidance and tools for recognised centres
- Qualification Specification outlining the requirements of delivering and assessing the qualification
- 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Basketball (QCF) Tutor/Assessor/Verifier Guidance Pack
- 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Basketball (QCF) Tutor/Assessor/Verifier Guidance to Assessment Pack
- internal assessment tools.
For learners, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
- 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Basketball (QCF) Learner Pack
- internal assessment tools.
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 or becoming a 1st4sport recognised centre. Further information on fees is available from your qualification application form.
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 3 Certificate in Coaching Basketball (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.
