Coaching qualification

Assistant Coach

Prepare to support the delivery of athletics sessions across a range of events with an Assistant Coach qualification. You’ll be able to support a qualified coach to deliver the basic and underpinning principles of athleticism, and develop skills across running, jumping and throwing.

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Prerequisites
Min age 14
Delivery format
Online
Qualification level
Foundation

About this qualification

Start your coaching journey with the Assistant Coach qualification,

Support a qualified coach to develop your leadership skills and deliver fun, engaging athletics sessions across running, jumping and throwing.

Best for you if…

  • You are new to coaching / Parent / Helper
  • You want to support qualified coaches delivering training activities in your club or community
  • You enjoy working with developing athletes across different events and ages.

Format

  • Online learning

How it works

The course is designed to be simple to book and easy to follow. You’ll book your course and then complete the online self-guided learning modules.

What you'll learn

  • Roles and responsibilities
  • Engagement and relationship building
  • The coaching process
  • The fundamentals of movement and technique.