We hold a minimum of one Level 1 Coaching course every month (except December) and the venues are varied to provide opportunities for as many coaches in the county as possible.
This is a basic, general coaching course, but is aimed mainly at coaching youth football so, if you coach adults exclusively, please contact Joanne Bull on: 01223 209035 for details of the Adult Level 1 course.
Further course information is given below.
Course Dates
For a full schedule of course dates, please open the document “L1 CCF Dates 2010” on the right hand side of this page. However, here is a summary for quick reference:
January Cambridge/Impington
February Sawston
March Cambridge/Swavesey (McDonalds - by invitation only)
April Cambridge/Histon
May Whittlesey
June Linton
July Cambridge/Histon
August Ely
September Sawston
October Swavesey
October Comberton (female only course - see below)
November Cambridge/Girton
Cost: £95
Female Only course October 2010 - FUNDING AVAILABLE!
There will be an additional - female only - Level 1 CCF course during October half term: 25-28th October 2010 at Comberton Village College. The initial cost to you will be £30, but if you are over 18 and in work you may be eligible for a full refund of this fee.
To book: use the "Book & Pay Online" link on this page.
For further information: call Gerald Daish on 01223 209037 or Beverley Clarkson on 01223 209036
Booking
For all 2010 courses, booking is all online with credit/debit card payment. Simply click on the link to “Book & Pay Online” on the right hand side of this page under “Related Links”.
Further Information
For further information, please contact:
Gerald Daish
Tel: 01223 209037
e-mail: Gerald.Daish@CambridgeshireFA.com
Cambridgeshire FA, Bridge Road, Impington, Cambridge, CB24 9PH
Course Details
- Name of Awarding Body: 1st4sport and / or The Football Association
- Implications of the Choice of Learning Programme:
i) amount and standard of work that the student needs to produce:
Must demonstrate competence in practical coaching and satisfactorily demonstrate knowledge through an internal assessment paper. The amount of time the student has to dedicate to the course is as follows:
Introduction and registration: 26 – 34 guided learning
Initial training
Safeguarding Childrenworkshop
Emergency aid course
Assessment day
Hours listed on Level 1 Courses
The course is aimed at participants who will be working with players aged from 7 to 16 years old.
ii) methods to be used during the learning process
Students receive a range of practical demonstrations, theory modules, group discussions and post course tasks.
iii) type(s) of assessment that will be used:
There is written homework, for which your tutor will give you guidance. There is a final practical assessment and a brief Laws of the Game written paper.
iv) practical content of course:
Candidates should be aware that a significant proportion of the course comprises of practical involvement. Candidates should be prepared to participate as whenever as possible. If you have concerns about your ability to participate in the practical element of the course please contact us for further information.
- Entry Requirements for the Programme:
i) entry qualifications:
There are no formal prerequisites for this award. Prior experience of the sport is helpful but not essential. Minimum age for this award is 16 years.
- Support Available to the Student:
i) amount of tutor time: a maximum of 24 guided learning hours followed by a minimum of 8-10 hours final assessment (optional)
ii) equipment: A wide range of practical facilities is available. Sports pitches and training rooms are available in a variety of locations throughout Cambridgeshire.
iii) learning resources: Students receive a copy of the FA Course Pack, a level 1 Handbook, a copy of The Laws of the Game, an interactive CD Rom, a Club Coach DVD and Access to the Soccer Parent on-line course.
iv) additional assistance:Tutors are available by prior arrangement for additional telephone advice and further advice is also available from Cambridgeshire Football Association Limited, (01223) 209037
- Suitable Progression Available in Terms of Additional Qualifications:
i) name of the additional qualifications:
1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Football (The FA)
1st4sport Goalkeeping Award Level 1
1st4sport First Aid for Sport
The Football Association Level 7 Referees course
ii) awarding body:
1st4sport and/or The Football Association
iii) where and how the additional progression qualification can be achieved: Progress to the Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Football is by recommendation of course tutor. A personal action plan is provided to guide candidates to an appropriate progression qualification and timescale.