ASA/ukcc Level 1 Certificate in Teaching aquatics

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

This is the first step towards becoming a swimming teacher and is designed to introduce candidates to the basic principles of teaching. Once qualified, the holder will be able to assist teaching of a limited range of basic skills under the supervision of a qualified UKCC Teacher/Coach. The ASA/UKCC qualifications have replaced the ASA Swimming Teacher qualifications.

ARE THERE ANY PRE-REQUISITES?

  • Candidates must be 16 years or older at the start of the course

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

The course is made up of 2 units

  1. Unit 1 – this core unit is common to all UKCC disciplines and comprises of preparation for teaching/coaching activities, delivery of prepared activities within a session, roles and responsibilities, Health & Safety in the aquatic environment, effective communication, evaluation of teaching/coaching activities and child protection.
  2. Unit 2 – this unit explores the practical skills and knowledge of being a support teacher in an aquatic environment by looking at the principles underpinning the Learning to Swim Programme utilising the ASA National Plan for Teaching Swimming (NPTS) or equivalent, Practical Skills, Techniques and Session Preparation & the Human Body.

HOW IS THE COURSE STRUCTURED?

 

The course will be one weekend intensive followed by 5 weeks of 6pm - 10pm on Wednesday evenings

 

Unit 1includes up to 14 hours theory and up to 7 hours practical (this is dependent on number and experience of candidates).

Each element of Unit 1 will be assessed by oral/written questioning and /or observation by the Tutor/Assessor. 

 

Unit 2 includes up to 7 hours theory and up to 4 hours practical (this is dependent on number and experience of candidates).

The Principles element will be assessed through a multi-choice written paper, the remaining elements will be assessed by written/oral questioning and/or observation by the Tutor/Assessor.

WHEN IS THE NEXT COURSE?

  

7th May - 2nd July 2008                                London Leisure Academy at Crystal Palace National Sports Centre

(8 Wednesday evenings excluding 28th May)   

  

26th - 30th May 2008                                   The Eltham Centre

(Monday - Friday , 5 day intensive course)        

 

3rd - 7th August 2008                                   London Leisure Academy at Crystal Palace National Sports Centre

(Sunday - Thursday , 5 day intensive course)        

 

For more course dates, please visit the London Swimming website                                                  

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

This course is full cost and the fees are:

£370

Funding

 

SkillsActive has secured funding to subsidise coaching qualifications for a minimum of 400 of London's Sports Coaches. The initiative is aimed at existing coaches who would like to gain level 2 and 3 qualifications, or aspiring coaches starting out a level one. The scheme provides future coaches with bursaries to pay up to two thirds of the costs of their training. To apply for a bursary you must meet the following criteria: 

 

  • Be currently engaged in a sports club environment across London, either as a volunteer or a paid member of staff
  • Achieve your first, or next level (Levels 1,2 and 3) recognised NGB coaching qualification which is endorsed by the UKCC.
  • Cover 33% of the course fee yourself
  • Demonstrate delivery of 20 or more hours of quality coaching to people over 16 years old 

     

     There are a limited number of bursaries available so apply today!

      

    You'll find further details and an application form at www.skillsactive.com/coachingbursary or call Skills Active on 020 7632 2000. 

     

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    how do i apply?

    To apply for the course, please download the application form via the link below and return to:

     

    The Business Development Coordinator

    London Leisure Academy

    Crystal Palace National Sports Centre

    Ledrington Road

    Upper Norwood

    SE19 2BB

     

    If you wish to pay your fee by cheque, please make it payable to "Greenwich Community College" and enclose it with your application form.

     

    If you would like to pay your fee by credit or debit card, or arrange for your company to be invoiced, please contact us on 020 8676 7550.

     

    We will then send you confirmation of your place, payment and directions to the training venue.

     

    Please note: Your place is not confirmed on a course until full payment is received and you have been sent confirmation details. Minimum numbers are required for the course to run and dates/venues may be subject to change.

     

    If you have any queries about the booking procedure, fees or any other support that we may be able to provide you with, please do not hesitate to contact us on 020 8676 7550 or enquiries@londonleisurecollege.co.uk

      

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