Course description
This qualification is designed to prepare learners for deployment as independent coaches of multi-skills and physical activity and will introduce learners to the principles of coaching fundamental movement skills and sport specific skills. The concluding assessment will evaluate the planning, delivery and review of a series of linked and progressive coaching sessions. The qualification is recognised as the industry standard Level 2 Multi-Skills coaching qualification, alongside the Level 2 Award in Multi-Skills Development in Sport, which is a smaller coaching qualification.
Who is the course for?
The qualification is designed for those who wish to deliver multi-skills as an independent coach and wish to take responsibility for the ongoing development of participants at a variety of ages. The course is ideal for aspiring coaches, volunteers and parent helpers.
What’s the value of this course?
A level 2 multi-skills coach will be able to apply this knowledge to plan, deliver and review sessions purely linked to the development of fundamental movement skills or sport-specific skills. This qualification is usually a key requirement to be able to coach multi-skills in a school environment
“I now understand the importance of linking to fundamentals of movement and fundamental movement skills”
“The tutors gave me really good feedback”
Learner eligibility
Learners must:
- Be at least 17 years of age
- Supply some form of ID
- Be able to communicate effectively in English (this includes listening, speaking, reading and writing).
Assessment
Learners are required to complete a series of tasks contained within the learner portfolio. They are also required to plan, deliver and evaluate a series of coaching sessions (minimum of six) away from the course, ahead of the final day of the course. The final day of the course involves assessment of coaching practice for a minimum of forty minutes.
Format / duration
The course has flexible delivery model. In order to meet qualification requirements, we deliver this qualification through face to face tutored sessions or blended delivery (online and face to face).
Our open courses below are delivered through a blended delivery approach. This consists of:
- Online learning via our e-learning platform ahead of the virtual classroom sessions
- 3 x 2 hour virtual classroom sessions with an experienced tutor
- 1 tutored practical day
- 1 assessment day
Please view the options courses at bottom of the page to understand availability and format.
Courses are delivered in the following format:
- Week 1: Completion of online learning modules and portfolio tasks (estimated time for completion = 6 hours)
- Week 2 & 3: Virtual classroom session 1 (2 hours in duration), virtual classroom session 2 (2 hours in duration). These are usually weekend or week day evening sessions
- Pre-practical session: Completion of remaining online learning modules and portfolio tasks (estimated time for completion = 7 hours).
- Practical tutored session with an experienced tutor at a regional venue: 1 day (9-5pm). This takes place on a Saturday or Sunday
- Post practical day: Virtual classroom session 3 (2 hours in duration)
- Completion of linked and progressive sessions in the learner's own environment (i.e. school / club)
- Assessment day at a regional venue: 1 day (9-5pm). This usually takes place a minimum of 6 weeks after the practical day. Again, this takes place on a Saturday or Sunday.
To access online tutored sessions, learners must have access to a laptop or tablet. If you are using a work laptop, please ensure security settings allow access to virtual classroom software. The device must have access to a microphone as the sessions will be interactive. Please also ensure you have good WIFI access. If you have any additional learning needs, please let us know when registering for the course so we can support you.
Progression opportunities
Holders of this qualification are able to progress onto a wide range of Level 2 sports specific qualifications. The skills and knowledge developed may be used to enable learners to progress to other industry-relevant qualifications such as Level 2 Community Activator Coach, Level 2 or 3 in Supporting the Delivery of PE and School Sport and sports development
Payment
The cost of the course is £350 per person.
Payment is made at the point of booking.
Register Interest
This process is available to determine demand. Further courses will be organised if demand exists so we would strongly recommend that you register your interest.
The registration of interest process is free. Your payment details are not required. You will be asked to complete your 'booking' details but this will simply be to register your interest and not book onto a course.
Course Dates
Course 1:
Location: Doug Ellis Sports Centre, Birmingham, B42 2TP (for Practical and Assessment day)
Dates: Virtual class 1: 27 June 2024 Thursday, 7-9pm
Virtual class 2: 4 July 2024 Thursday, 7-9pm
Practical day: 20 July 2024 Saturday, 9-5pm
Virtual class 3: 8 August 2024, Thursday, 7-9pm
Assessment day: 31 August 2024 Saturday, 9-5pm
Would you like further information?
Please email us at education@sportstructures.com
The course can also be delivered to specific groups such as universities, coaching providers etc.
