Overview
| Qualification Accreditation Number | 600/0066/1 |
| Credit Value (Guided Learning Hours) | 26 (72–140) |
| SFA/LAD Funding Code | 600/0066/1 |
Entry Age | 18 |
| Qualification Operational Start Date | 01/04/2011 |
| 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 Squash1, the 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Squash (QCF) is designed to provide learners aged 18 and over with the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to deliver an annual coaching programme to either adults or young people. The Certificate offers an opportunity for learners to effectively apply the principles of performance profiling, goal setting and designing, planning, delivering and evaluating an annual squash coaching programme. It also aims to support learners in creating an effective coaching environment, establishing supportive working relationships and managing the behaviour of players and others.
1The National Source Group for Squash is composed of the constituent governing bodies of sport 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 18years of age
- hold a Level 2 UKCC coaching squash qualification or equivalent
- have evidence of attending a valid and recognised ‘Safeguarding and Protecting Children and Vulnerable Adults’ workshop or equivalent
- hold a valid emergency first-aid certificate.
Structure
The qualification is divided into the following units:
| Unit Title | Accreditation No. | GLH | Credit |
| 204 | Understanding the Principles of Safe and Equitable Coaching Practice | M/601/2108 | 13 | 2 |
| 301 | Understanding the Fundamentals of Coaching Programmes | T/601/3535 | 22 | 3 |
| 302 | Understanding the Principles of Planning Coaching Programmes | A/601/3536 | 18 | 3 |
| 303 | Understanding How to Support Participants’ Lifestyle through Coaching Programmes | F/601/3537 | 18 | 3 |
| 304 | Analyse Participants’ Performance and Set Programme Goals in Squash | M/502/6578 | 5 | 2 |
| 305 | Plan Coaching Programmes in Squash | T/502/6579 | 8 | 2 |
| 306 | Manage Safe and Effective Squash Coaching Programmes | F/502/6620 | 12 | 2 |
| 307 | Deliver Squash Coaching Programmes | H/502/6626 | 15 | 3 |
| 308 | Develop Participants’ Performance in Squash | J/502/6683 | 22 | 3 |
| 309 | Monitor and Evaluate Squash Coaching Programmes | A/502/6681 | 6 | 2 |
| 310 | Develop Coaching Practice in Squash | F/502/6682 | 5 | 1 |
Materials
Unlike many other awarding organisations, 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 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 Squash (QCF) Tutor/Assessor/Verifier Guidance Pack
- 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Squash (QCF) Tutor/Assessor/Verifier Guidance to Assessment Pack
For learners, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
- 1st4sport 3 Certificate in Coaching Squash (QCF) Learner Pack
- 1st4sport 3 Certificate in Coaching Squash (QCF) 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 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 3 Certificate in Coaching Squash (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.
The Qualifications and Credit Framework (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.
