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Calling all budding level 2 coaches!

Three level 2 coaching courses have been organised in the West for 2010. This is the qualification for those who wish to coach the techniques of the game beyond an introductory level and apply them to tactical play and the coaching of teams. It is only suitable for those with experience of coaching hockey. The course involves a minimum of 28 hours of tutored pitch-time and theory work. A further 6 hours of practical coaching, some of which will ideally be mentored, will take place following the course and prior to assessment. The assessments must be completed within 18 months of registration on the course and the portfolio completed and marked within 2 years of registration. Candidates also need to attend some mandatory courses run by sports coach UK (scUK), have a First Aid certificate, are strongly advised to be CRB checked and have up-to-date insurance cover. The cost is £390.00, which includes VRQ Registration (through 1st4sport Qualifications), resources, voucher for one year’s subscription to Level Two online resources, tutor fees, assessment fees and marking of portfolio.