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Coaching AssistantSeniorPractitionerChildren andYoung People SpecialistFCIMSPA
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PractitionersCoaching Assistant

Senior PractitionerFCIMSPA

Specialist: Children and Young People

Issued by CIMSPA

This professional credential demonstrates comprehensive Practitioners competency and adherence to sector standards within the occupation of Coaching Assistant. 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 coaching assistant's roleProfessional practicePreparing, delivering, evaluating and reviewing coaching activitiesLegislation, guidance, policies and procedures

Earning criteria

The holder has completed the following professional standards by evidencing all of their competency statements: - Coaching Assistant occupational professional standard - Working with Children 0–5 - Working with Children - Working in the School Environment (Out of Curriculum) This has been evaluated through a comprehensive review of their professional qualifications and experience.

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