Overview
| Qualification Number | 600/1885/9 |
| Credit Value (Guided Learning Hours) | 18 (37–108) |
| SFA/LAD Funding Code | 600/1885/9 |
| Entry Age | 18 |
| Qualification Operational Start Date | 01/05/2011 |
| Qualification Review Date | 28/02/2015 |
| Certification End Date | 28/02/2017 |
| 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 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Parkour/Freerunning (QCF) has been developed in partnership with Parkour UK, the governing body of sport for parkour/freerunning, and is the second qualification on the parkour/freerunning coaching ladder. The qualification is designed to provide learners with an introduction to the processes and principles of coaching parkour/freerunning to adults and children. The Certificate offers an opportunity for parkour/freerunning coaches to be supported in developing the knowledge of how to effectively plan, conduct and evaluate a series of parkour/freerunning coaching sessions in a safe, ethical and effective manner. Those who complete this Certificate will be able to work as a parkour/freerunning coach, either alone or as part of a larger group of practitioners of parkour/freerunning.
Prerequisites
Learners are required to:
- be at least 18 years of age
- hold a valid first aid certificate (HSE approved, minimum of three hours)
- have attended a child protection/safeguarding workshop recognised by Parkour UK
- hold the 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Parkour or equivalent.
The above prerequisites, for those who do not already hold the appropriate evidence, will normally be provided by recognised centres as part of the learning programme.
Structure
The qualification is divided into the following units:
| Unit Title | Unit Reference No. | GLH | Credit |
| 201 | Understanding the Fundamentals of Coaching Sport | J/601/2101 | 22 | 3 |
| 202 | Understanding How to Develop Participants through Coaching Sport | Y/601/2104 | 12 | 2 |
| 203 | Supporting Participants’ Lifestyle through Coaching Sport | H/601/2106 | 16 | 2 |
| 204 | Understanding the Principles of Safe and Equitable Coaching Practice | M/601/2108 | 13 | 2 |
| 205 | Plan a Series of Parkour/Freerunning Coaching Sessions | D/503/1890 | 8 | 2 |
| 206 | Prepare the Parkour/Freerunning Coaching Environment | A/503/1914 | 13 | 2 |
| 207 | Deliver a Series of Parkour/Freerunning Coaching Sessions | F/503/1901 | 16 | 3 |
| 208 | Monitor and Evaluate Parkour/Freerunning Coaching Sessions | F/503/1915 | 8 | 2 |
Materials
Unlike many other awarding organisations, which 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
- 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Parkour/Freerunning (QCF) Qualification Specification outlining the requirements of delivering and assessing the qualification, including a recommended learning programme
- 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Parkour/Freerunning (QCF) Tutor/Assessor/Verifier Guidance Pack
- internal and independent assessment tools.
For learners, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
- 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Parkour/Freerunning Learner Pack Parts One and Two
- internal and independent assessment tools
- information handouts.
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 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 2 Certificate in Coaching Parkour/Freerunning (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.
