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CoachChartered SeniorPractitionerPhysical Activityand Health SpecialistFCIMSPA (Chartered)
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Chartered Senior PractitionerFCIMSPA (Chartered)

Specialist: Physical Activity and Health

Issued by CIMSPA

This professional credential demonstrates comprehensive Practitioners competency and adherence to sector standards within the occupation of Coach. Holders have completed rigorous training and assessment to achieve this recognised status in the sport and physical activity sector.


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Knowledge and skills

Participant experienceParticipant welfareProviding a safe and inclusive coaching environmentThe coach's roleProfessional practiceTeamworkPlanning, preparing, delivering, evaluating and reviewing coaching sessionsLegislation, guidance, policies and procedures

Earning criteria

The holder has completed the Coach occupational professional standard, as well as the Working with People with Long Term Conditions professional standard and one additional professional standard within the physical activity and health specialist area, by evidencing all of their competency statements. This has been evaluated through a comprehensive review of their professional qualifications and experience. They have also successfully completed the CIMSPA Senior Chartered Practitioner assessment process, through which they have demonstrated extensive experience and sustained positive impact on the sport and physical activity sector.

Career progression

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