This course provides learners with an introduction into the safe principles & practices of coaching safe & ethical angling activities to adults & young people. This qualification will help you to understand how to deliver aspects of coaching sessions, normally under the direct supervision of more qualified coaches.

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Anglers who are successful in completing this qualification are able to apply to be registered on the Angling Cymru Licensed Coach Scheme as Assistant Coaches.

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Qualification Pre-Requisites:-

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a) you must be at least 16 years of age

b) you must be an experienced angler in your chosen discipline 

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If you wish to apply to be registered on the Angling Cymru Coach Licence Scheme you will also need to:-

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c) apply for an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service Certificate

d) provide proof of attendance at a separate Safeguarding & Protecting Children Course.

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Holding a valid Emergency First Aid certification is optional. 

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What does the Level 1 course involve?

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The Level 1 is a generic course & provides you with the knowledge & skills you need as an assistant coach who can plan, deliver & review angling activities. You will be able to work under the guidance of a Level 2 Angling Coach.

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The course is run over two separate days - usually between two & four weeks apart. You need to be an experienced angler in your chosen discipline - this course is concerned with imparting coaching skills & does not teach you how to fish.

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You will receive a welcome pack, a portfolio & other resources to help you through the course. The course is a mixture of pre-course work that you carry out at home before the first day, tasks & activities during the course days - usually as part of a small group, some home study, an assessment of your practical coaching skills & a written assessment paper.

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