UKCC Level 2 Courses Now Available

THE ABRS ARE NOW PLEASED TO OFFER
UNITED KINGDOM COACHING CERTIFICATES

WHAT ARE COACHING CERTIFICATES

The United Kingdom Coaching Certificates were initiated by the government to introduce a tiered level of Coaching Qualification, now offered by over 22 different sports; Equestrian being one. The Coaching Certificates and the level, to which the coach is qualified, are broadly and nationally recognised throughout the Sport Industry. They are easily recognisable to the general public as Coaching Qualifications, due to their broader use. United Kingdom Coaching Certificates are on the National Qualifications Framework.

OPPORTUNITIES

Following a successful pilot course in 2010 to early 2011 from which 8 candidates achieved a United Kingdom Coaching Certificate level 2 Endorsement, the ABRS, as a delivery centre, are pleased to offer further places for suitable candidates to train and gain a UK Coaching Certificate level 2. Opportunities are now available with a funding subsidy provided by Sport England.

UKCC LEVEL 2

UKCC Level 2 is a general practical riding coach who can work unsupervised. The training programme encourages candidates to evaluate their current practice and develop coaching skills and strategies and successfully apply them to improve performance and achieve desirable results from their pupils. Throughout the course, which is usually over a 4 day duration (not consecutive days) a portfolio of knowledge and evidence is built, which is assessed. Candidates for UKCC with the ABRS are provided the opportunity for continuous assessment of practice and online support and guidance as they learn to confidently apply coaching skills and strategies. Day 4 is a summative/final assessment, were candidates are assessed on preparation, delivery and review of 2 practical coaching sessions by approved UKCC Assessors. All Equestrian UKCC endorsements are awarded by Equestrian Qualifications Limited (EQL). To gain entry to the UKCC level 2 Qualification the ABRS recommends that you have some previous Teaching/Instructing/Coaching experience. You will be required to maintain a safe environment whilst coaching and coach riders to demonstrate the assessment criteria as listed on the generic riding technical syllabus (available on request). Several candidates that achieved the UKCC2 had previously completed the ABRS Initial Teaching Qualification. The UKCC level 2 training course provided structured professional development and an opportunity for progression for these candidates as they developed new skills. Completion of UKCC level 1 prior to level 2 is desirable, however, not essential if your prior experience is considered suitable. Candidates working towards the BHS PTT successfully completed the pilot course award and found the knowledge gained together with continuous assessment and guidance beneficial towards successfully achieving BHS PTT (see case studies) The BHS PTT examination now incorporates UKCC level 2 assessment requirements. Candidates successfully completing the UKCC level 2 with the ABRS will be exempt from certain units of the new BHS PTT award. Candidates who had held the BHSAI for many years found the UKCC course motivational and progressive CPD. The recommended technical level of Riding and Horse Care knowledge and experience required to successfully complete the course is a minimum of level 2 BHS/EQL/NVQ, ABRS Test 6 Riding & Stable Management or equivalent. Candidates may gain course places that do not hold any Teaching/Instructing/Coaching qualifications.

To reserve limited Sport England subsidised places, request application forms, course venue details or for all other enquiries please email janis.baron@ntlwolrd.com ABRS UKCC Coordinator, stating your full contact details. Or telephone Janis on 07799693477 or the ABRS office 01403 790294.

Further information:
Please click on the links below

UKCC Level 2 Course Dates & Venues
UKCC Level 2 Content Diagram
UKCC Level 2 Pre Course Guidance
UKCC Level 2 Course Fees
EQL Candidate Registration Form
UKCC ABRS Candidate Booking Form

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