ETTA Coach Licence Scheme
29th May 2010
Coaching qualification courses are a key development tool, with a principlal aim to train and accredit a coach against a set of competencies outlined by the ETTA and UKCC endorsement. Coaches must also seek constant education, development and excellence in terms of knowledge and delivery, taking control of their coaching environment. To achieve this objective the ETTA Coach Licence Scheme aims to blend together the coaching qualification and further education of the table tennis coaching workforce.
The ETTA coaching department is committed to supporting coach development through a range of coach education workshops as sport specific CPD that will be delivered regionally by ETTA Regional Coaches. Further CPD modules will be available over the next 18 months which will allow coaches lateral development at each qualification level as opposed to the current vertical (Level 1 – 4) qualification system. The ETTA aims to produce a coaching system conducive to producing highly competent and developed coaches at all levels and for all population groups.
Purpose of the Coach Licence
| Improve Coaching | Provide a regulatory framework for coaches |
| ‘Fit to coach’ at the specified level | Raise standards |
| Safer coaching environment | Improve Communication at all levels |
| Improve Coach Education | New CPD opportunities |
| Increase coaching opportunities | Value for Money for all! |
How will it work?
The licence requires annual renewal and runs from November 15th to November 14th the following year. The licence will be valid providing that coaches CRB (valid and current within the previous 3 years) has not expired. If at any point the CRB has expired the licence will be suspended until such time that a new CRB check has been completed. Coaches will be required to re-apply for their licence as early as possible to allow the coaching department sufficient time for processing. This can take up to 14 working days.
All coaches will be registered on the Coaching database (this will merge with the membership database in due course) and their attendance and involvement in CPD courses will be tracked through the system. Licensed coaches will receive their own personalised Coach Licence Identity Card which will give them access to a range of benefits (these are currently under development).
You are encouraged to obtain an ETTA Coach Licence. The benefits include:
| Assurance to your players, club or any potential employers that you: | |
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Are qualified at the relevant level to coach table tennis. |
| Are committed to high-quality coaching. | |
| Are committed to developing your coaching knowledge and skills (through CPD). | |
| Have a valid CRB check via the ETTA within the last 3 years. | |
| Access to coaching and technical support. | |
| Being promoted as an ETTA Licensed Coach, listed on the website. | |
| Insurance cover for coaching activities. | |
Benefits under development include:
| A new password-protected coaches web microsite |
| Access to regularly updated video and animated practices |
| A range of new CPD courses to support coach development |
| A regular coaching newsletter with news and updates |
| Additional types of insurance |
For an application form please click here. For more information on the ETTA Coach Licence Scheme please contact the National Coaching Assistant.
