The L2CCSQ is awarded by 1st4sport Qualifications and has been developed in partnership with the National Source Group for Squash. The L2CCSQ is accredited at Level 2 on the National Qualifications Framework.
QCA Qualification Accreditation Number: 100/5078/4
For further information on the accredited status of the L2CCSQ, please log on to the QCA-accredited qualifications website at www.accreditedqualifications.org.uk.
Qualification Accreditation Start Date: 1 June 2005
Qualification Accreditation End Date: 31 December 2010
Qualification Certification End Date: 31 December 2012
Who is the L2CCSQ for?
- People over 17 years of age who hold the 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Squash (or equivalent) and would like to develop and improve their coaching skills.
- Students in further or higher education, studying sports-related qualifications, might also wish to pursue this vocational qualification as a further progression on the coaching ladder.
Why deliver the L2CCSQ?
- To form part of a structured and progressive programme of sports coaching and other related qualifications, offering candidates access and involvement in the sport of squash.
- As a further progression on the squash coaching ladder, providing progression opportunities for potential coaches.
What can candidates use the L2CCSQ for?
- To gain paid or unpaid employment as a squash coach.
- As part of the development of a credible CV for employment in the sport and recreation industry.
- As evidence towards the achievement of a Level 2 N/SVQ in Sport and Recreation.
- As a stepping-stone to the 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Squash (L3CCSQ).
Structure, delivery and assessment of the L2CCSQ
Qualification Structure
The Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Squash is composed of four mandatory units assessed in the context of squash (Unit 12).
- Unit 1 – Coaching Principles and Ethics in Squash (QCA Unit No: J/103/1020)
- Unit 2 – Plan Squash Coaching Sessions (QCA Unit No: L/103/1021)
- Unit 3 – Conduct Squash Coaching Sessions (QCA Unit No: R/103/1022)
- Unit 4 – Review Squash Coaching Sessions (QCA Unit No: Y/103/1023)
- Unit 12 – Coaching Squash (QCA Unit No: K/500/4045)
NB: To complete the L2CCSQ, candidates must be a minimum of 17 years of age. It is recommended that a delivery programme for the L2CCSQ should include a minimum of 89 notional guided learning hours.
Assessment
Internal assessment comprises a series of assessed tasks that explore candidates' understanding of:
- coaching principles and ethics in squash
- how to plan squash coaching sessions
- the delivery of squash coaching sessions
- how to review squash coaching sessions.
One aspect of the internal assessment includes an observation of a planned practical coaching session and evaluation.
Independent assessment comprises observed assessment of a squash coaching session.
Tutor/Assessor and Internal Verifier Criteria
The generic 1st4sport Qualifications criteria for tutors, assessors and verifiers (see the Centre Recognition Application Form or the Recognised Centre Handbook) must be adhered to. The additional L2CCSQ requirements include the following criteria:
Tutors of the L2CCSQ are required to:
- have a minimum of the England Squash or Squash Wales Level 3 Advanced Coach Award, or the 1st4sport/SQA Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Squash or equivalent
- hold a recognised teaching qualification, hold the 1st4sport Certificate in Tutoring in Sport (CTS) or equivalent, or have attended a programme of tutor-training mapped to national occupational standards
- be an accredited tutor, approved by the National Source Group for Squash
- attend appropriate qualification-specific induction training.
Assessors of the L2CCSQ are required to:
- have a minimum of the England Squash or Squash Wales Level 3 Advanced Coach Award, or the 1st4sport/SQA Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Squash or equivalent
- hold or be working towards completing the ENTO Unit D32/33, the A1/A2 Assessor Units, hold the Introduction to Assessment Practice in Sport (IAPS) or equivalent, or have attended a programme of assessor-training matched to national occupational standards
- be an accredited assessor approved by the National Source Group for Squash
- attend appropriate qualification-specific induction training.
Internal verifiers are required to:
- have a minimum of the England Squash or Squash Wales Level 3 Advanced Coach Award, or the 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Squash or equivalent
- hold or be working towards completing the ENTO Unit D34, the V1 Verifier Unit or the 1st4sport Introduction to Internal Verification Practice in Sport
- be an accredited verifier, approved by the National Source Group for Squash
- attend appropriate qualification-specific induction training.
Fees
Fees are charged per candidate and provide registration and certification for the qualification, as well as a 1st4sport Candidate Pack, learning resources and certificate. Further information on fees is available by contacting 1st4sport Qualifications.
Contact details
For further information or to apply for approval to deliver this qualification, please contact:
1st4sport Qualifications
Coachwise Ltd
Chelsea Close
Off Amberley Road
Armley
Leeds LS12 4HP
Tel: 0113-290 7610
Fax: 0113-231 9606
Email: enquiries@1st4sportqualifications.com
For further information relating to the National Source Group for Squash and the squash delivery programme in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, please contact:
England Squash
National Squash Centre
Rowsley Street
Manchester M11 3FF
Tel: 0161-231 4499
Fax: 0161-231 4231
Email: enquiries@englandsquash.com
Website: www.englandsquash.com
Ulster Squash
c/o Lisburn Racquets Club
36 Belfast Road,
Lisburn,
BT27 4AS
Email: contact@ulstersquash.com
Website: www.ulstersquash.com
Scottish Squash
Caledonia House
1 Redheughs Rigg
South Gyle
Edinburgh EH12 9DQ
Tel: 0131-317 7343
Fax: 0131-317 7734
Email: info@scottishsquash.org
Website: www.scottishsquash.org
Squash Wales
St Mellons Country Club
St Mellons
Cardiff CF3 2XR
Tel: 01633-682 108
Fax: 01633-680 998
Email: squashwales@squashwales.co.uk
Website: www.squashwales.co.uk
Other 1st4sport Qualifications you may be interested in:
- 1st4sport Certificate in First Aid for Sport (FAS)
- 1st4sport Level 2 Award in Coaching Studies (L2ACS)
- 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Squash (L2CCSQ)
- 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Squash (L3CCSQ) 1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching via a number of sporting pathways
- 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching via a number of sporting pathways
- 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching via a number of sporting pathways
