LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE IN COACHING (ASSISTANT)

 Pathways:-

• Generic
• Driving (Equine)
• Vaulting
• Horseball
• Polocross
• Driving for the Disabled

Assessment Method:            Portfolio of Evidence

                                                   Practical Assessment 

Age Range:              Candidates may register at 14 years and begin to gather evidence for their portfolio.  Candidates may not sit the final practical examination until reaching the age of 16 years.  

The holder of this qualification will be able to assist with coaching activities under the supervision of a more senior adult coach, however, the more senior adult coach will take overall responsibility for the process.  Because this qualification requires the holder to be under the supervision of a more senior adult coach, they will not be expected to take responsibility for others.  The holder will have the ability to assist a more senior coach with the basic principles of equestrian coaching, showing due regard for the health and safety of themselves, pupils, horses and others. 

Whilst gathering evidence for the portfolio, it is the responsibility of the training centre to ensure that candidates under the age of 18 years are closely supervised by a suitably qualified adult at all times.  

If you are interested in attaining the Level 1 Certificate in Coaching (Assistant), in one or more of the pathways listed above, you should contact a Centre approved to deliver and assess the qualification.  Please see the attached list of EQL Approved Certificate in Coaching Centres. 

The syllabus for this qualification is available from EQL.  Please send an SAE to Equestrian Qualifications GB Limited, Stoneleigh Deer Park, Kenilworth, Warwickshire  CV8 2XZ.  Please state which pathway(s) you are interested in. 

The BEF has produced Learning Resources to help you prepare for this qualification.  This document is available via EQL Approved Certificate in Coaching Centres and is also downloadable on some of their web sites.  Alternatively, please write to EQL with £5.00 for a hard copy or email enquiries@equestrian-qualifications.org.uk and we will email the document to you free of charge.  Tutor and Assessor Notes have been developed and are available from EQL Approved Certificate in Coaching Centres.