Facts and Figures
| Qualification Accreditation Number | 100/5725/0 |
| Pathway Unit Number | L/600/9569 |
| Learning hours (GLH) | 41 (21) |
| LSC 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 | Click here to see the units of this qualification |
| Supporting Materials | Click here to see the supporting materials |
Click here to find out how to apply for this qualification.
There are no costs involved in applying or becoming a 1st4sport recognised centre.
Developed in partnership with British Gymnastics, the National Source Group for Gymnastics, the 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Gymnastics is the first qualification on the gymnastics coaching ladder. Designed to provide learners with an introduction to the practical and theoretical aspects of coaching gymnastics, 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 gymnastic coaching sessions to gymnasts of all ages.
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 would like to develop their coaching skills in the sport of gymnastics. Parents of children who are gymnasts 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 qualification as a valuable addition to their portfolio of coaching skills.
Why Deliver this Qualification?
Developed in partnership with the experts
This qualification has been developed with British Gymnastics, the National Source Group for Gymnastics, which encompasses Gymnastics England, Gymnastics Northern Ireland, and Welsh Gymnastics, and as such meets the requirements for an assistant coach in the majority of the home nations.
Endorsed by UKCC and accredited onto the National Qualifications Framework
The 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 Gymnastics coaching qualification available. As a result successful learners will have a well recognised qualification to add to their portfolio that should be valued by any would be employer or gymnastics club.
Increase qualification provision
By offering learners access to, and involvement in, the sport of gymnastics it helps you develop a structured, broad and progressive programme for sports coaching and other related qualifications.
What are the Learner Prerequisites?
Learners are required to be at least 16 years of age prior to registration
How is the Qualification Structured?
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 |
| 27 | Coaching Gymnastics | L/600/9569 |
There are 41 recommended learning hours for learners to complete the qualification, of which 21 are guided learning hours.
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 also supported by the following resources:
- Generic administrative guidance and tools for recognised centres
- A Qualification Specification outlining the requirements of delivering and assessing the qualification
- 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching via the pathway of Gymnastics Tutor/Assessor/Verifier Guidance
- 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching via the pathway of Gymnastics Tutor/Assessor/Verifier Guidance to Assessment
- Internal and Independent Assessment Tools
- Gymnastics Health and Safety Guidelines for Coaching.
For learners, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
- 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching via the pathway of Gymnastics Learner Pack
- Internal and Independent Assessment Tools
- Discipline-specific logbook.
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 or becoming a 1st4sport recognised centre. Further information on fees is available from your qualification application form.
How do I Find Out More?
To find out more information on the organisations that assisted in developing this qualification, please visit the respective websites at:
British Gymnastics - www.british-gymnastics.org
Gymnastics England - www.gymnasticsengland.org
Gymnastics Northern Ireland - www.northernirelandgymnastics.org
Welsh Gymnastics - www.welshgymnastics.org
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 do I Apply?
If you are not already a 1st4sport recognised centre but would like to deliver the 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Gymnastics, 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 Gymnastics, 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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