This course is delivered through a blended learning approach with a mix of on-demand, e-learning; webinars; self-study tasks; and face-to-face practical sessions. 

The course comprises 2 parts:

Part 1:  A regulated qualification: 1st4Sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching (Sport and Physical Activity)

This requires attendance at two virtual classroom sessions; the successful completion of eight e-learning modules and assessment tasks; planning, delivering and reviewing a programme of training sessions in the club environment; and a final online assessment with a Volleyball England assessor. Learners are advised to set aside 3 -4 hours to complete each module and will be able to access the e-learning on demand.

Sport Structures is our delivery partner for part 1 of the Coach Award. This qualification is endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).
 
Part 2: Technical module 

This requires attendance at two one-day face-to-face practical sessions and completion of a series of guided self-study tasks. A Volleyball England accredited tutor will lead the technical module. The technical modules are: beach volleyball (2v2), indoor volleyball (6v6), sitting volleyball (6v6) and junior volleyball (3v3 and 4v4). Learners are advised to set aside 30 minutes per week to complete the self study tasks. 

Once a learner has achieved the Coach Award, they can complete additional Technical Modules without having to repeat part one.   Existing Level 2 Coaches can also access the new Technical Modules as stand alone CPD.  Please email coaching@volleyballengland.org if you would like more information about attending a Technical Module.

Coach Award coaches have been trained to plan, deliver, and review safe volleyball sessions working independently or as part of a coaching team. Their training includes the coach’s responsibility for safeguarding, first aid, practice management, mandatory anti-doping regulations and Volleyball England safety policies and procedures. To gain the Coach Award, coaches must have valid safeguarding and first aid qualifications, which provide additional evidence of competence to lead sessions safely.  

To remain covered by the Volleyball England’s insurance, coaches must be qualified and registered as a coach with Volleyball England. They must also be able to demonstrate they have taken all reasonable steps to keep everyone involved in their sessions safe, and to make sure that foreseeable accidents are avoided. This means having a written risk assessment that explains the measures in place to keep everyone safe from harm.