Overview
| Qualification Accreditation Number | 100/5725/0 |
| Pathway Unit Number | A/500/4051 |
| Learning hours (GLH) | 33(22) |
| SFA/LAD Funding Code | 100/5725/0 |
| 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 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.
The world’s biggest racket sport and an Olympic sport since 1988, table tennis is played by around two million people in Britain, making coaches of the sport in demand. Developed in partnership with the National Source Group for Table Tennis, the 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Table Tennis is the first qualification on the table tennis coaching ladder. Designed to provide learners with an introduction to the practical and theoretical aspects of coaching table tennis, the foundational level of knowledge recognised in this qualification will enable them to develop an understanding of safe, ethical and effective coaching. Those who complete this certificate will be able to assist other more qualified coaches in delivering table tennis coaching sessions to players of all ages.
Who is the Qualification for?
Anyone over 16 years of age, who would like to develop their coaching skills in the sport of table tennis. Parents of children playing table tennis who would like to become more involved, sports centre staff, teachers, youth workers and volunteers would also find this qualification supported their involvement in the sport. Students in further or higher education, studying sports-related coaching qualifications, should pursue this qualification as a valuable addition to their portfolio of coaching skills.
Why Deliver this Qualification?
Developed in partnership with the experts – UKCC Endorsed
This qualification has been developed with the National Source Group for Table Tennis, made up of representatives from the home country governing bodies of sport for table tennis – The English Table Tennis Association, Irish Table Tennis Association, Table Tennis Scotland and the Table Tennis Association of Wales. This UK-wide standardisation of the delivery of coach education has ensured 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 this is the only UKCC-endorsed Level 1 Table Tennis coaching qualification available.
Provides a progression route for coaches
The 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Table Tennis is the first rung on the table tennis coaching ladder, why not offer the full progressive suite and allow budding table tennis coaches clear progression from Level 1 through to Level 3?
To meet an increased demand for new table tennis coaches
As the world’s biggest racket sport and an Olympic sport since 1988, table tennis is played by around two million people in Britain, making coaches of the sport in demand. By delivering this qualification you will be playing an active role in helping to meet this demand.
Increase qualification provision
By offering learners access and involvement in the sport of table tennis it helps you develop a structured, broad and progressive programme for sports coaching and other related qualifications.
High-quality resources available
The high-quality, qualification-specific resources developed by the National Source Group for Table Tennis that accompany this qualification, make learning and delivery a more effective and engaging experience. They include table tennis coaching resources and a 1st4sport Learner Pack.
Prerequisites
Prior to certification, learners are required to:
- be at least 16 years of age
- hold an appropriate emergency first-aid certificate
- have evidence of having attended an appropriate child protection workshop.
Structure
The qualification is divided into the following units:
| Unit | 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 |
| 14 | Coaching Table Tennis | A/500/4051 |
There are 33 recommended learning hours for learners to complete the qualification, of which 22 are guided learning hours.
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 following resources support the qualification:
- 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 Table Tennis Tutor Guidance Pack
- internal and independent assessment tools.
For learners, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
- 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Table Tennis Learner Pack
- internal and independent assessment tools
- Level 1 Table Tennis Coach Resources
- sports coach UK Code of Practice for Sports Coaches
- ITTF Rules Book
- appropriate home nation-specific child protection policy.
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 do I Find Out More?
For more information on the organisations that the 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Table Tennis was developed in partnership with, please visit their respective websites at:
The English Table Tennis Association – www.englishtabletennis.org.uk
Irish Table Tennis Association – www.irishtabletennis.com
Table Tennis Scotland – www.tabletennisscotland.com
Table Tennis Association of Wales – www.ttaw.co.uk
Contact details for 1st4sport Qualifications:
1st4sport Qualifications
Coachwise Limited
Chelsea Close
Off Amberley Road
Armley
Leeds LS12 4HP
Tel: 0113-290 7610
Email:
enquiries@1st4sportqualifications.com
How to Apply
If you are not already a 1st4sport recognised centre, but would like to deliver the 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Table 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 Table 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.
