Focus Awards
Level 2
QN: 603/3451/4
Curriculum Active
Focus Awards Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Strength and Conditioning for Sport (RQF)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Focus Awards. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 121 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
Focus Awards
Syllabus Units
8 Units
Guided Hours
121 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Deliver a series of strength and conditioning coaching sessions for sport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Prepare participant(s) for coaching sessionsDeliver coaching sessions
- Be able to develop participant(s)’ performance
- Be able to conclude coaching sessions
2
Monitor and evaluate a series of strength and conditioning sport coaching sessions
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to evaluate participant performance
- Be able to evaluate coaching sessions
- Be able to evaluate and develop own coaching practice
3
Plan a short series of linked strength and conditioning for sport coaching sessions
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to review participant(s)’ needs for a series of strength and conditioning coaching sessions
- Be able to produce a series of strength and conditioning coaching session plans
- Be able to plan the evaluation of a series of strength and conditioning coaching sessions
4
Prepare the Strength and Conditioning environment for Sport Coaching Sessions
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare resources for coaching sessions
- Be able to carry out risk assessment and risk management in line with policies and procedures
- Be able to establish and maintain working relationships
- Be able to safeguard and protect children and vulnerable adults
5
Supporting participant_s_’ lifestyle through coaching sport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand basic nutrition and hydration principles for sports performance
- Understand physical conditioning for sport
- Understand principles of mental preparation in sport
- Understand how to support participant awareness of drugs in sport
6
Understanding how to develop participant_s_ through coaching sport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of planning coaching sessions
- Understand the principles of skill development through coaching sessions
- Understand how the stages of participant(s)’ development impact on their coaching
- Understand the principles of evaluation in coaching
7
Understanding the fundamentals of coaching sport
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role of a coach
- Understand the coaching process
- Understand participant(s)’ learning styles
- Understand behaviour management
- Understand how to reflect on a coaching session
8
Understanding the principles of safe and equitable coaching practice
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand how to ensure participant(s)’ safety during sport-specific coaching sessions
- Understand how to ensure equitable coaching of sport-specific activities
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/3451/4
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Focus Awards
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2018