Course description
This qualification pathway is designed for korfball coaches with established technical and coaching experience who wish to become formally qualified or upgrade their current coaching status in line with the England Korfball Common Minimum Standards.
The course supports coaches in developing the skills and knowledge needed to plan, deliver, and review a series of linked and progressive korfball coaching sessions, whether working independently or as part of a coaching team.
Who is it for?
This route is for experienced korfball coaches who wish to formalise or upgrade their qualification to meet England Korfball’s Common Minimum Standards, especially those who already hold an older certificate or have coached at a high level.
Eligibility
Learners must:
- Be at least 18 years old on the first day of the course
- Communicate effectively in English (listening, speaking, reading, and writing)
- Have access to a suitable coaching environment to deliver a series of sessions
- Hold a valid Safeguarding and Protecting Children certificate prior to certification (as per England Korfball’s Common Minimum Standards
- Have either:
- A BKA L2 Coaching Certificate (evidence of certification is required)
- Coached a team for at least two seasons at regional or national level within the past 3 years (with a referee contact for eligibility check)
Please notify us of any special requirements at registration.
If you do not meet the experience required for the bridging course, you will need to complete the full Level 2 Certificate.
Format / duration
The course is delivered via a blended learning approach, combining:
- E-learning
- Portfolio tasks
- Virtual classroom sessions
The table below shows an example overview of a typical course programme. There is no requirement for coaches accessing the bridging course to attend the face to face technical module.
Learners can submit for assessment once they have completed the e-learning modules and portfolio tasks:
|
Month |
Activity |
|
August |
Virtual classroom session 1 Access to e-learning begins |
|
September |
Face-to-face technical module at regional venue |
|
October |
Virtual classroom sessions 2 and 3 Continue e-learning and portfolio completion |
|
November |
Delivery of coaching sessions in your club environment |
|
December |
Submission of coaching sessions for assessment |
Assessment
Learners will be required to:
- Complete all e-learning modules
- Plan, deliver and evaluate a coaching programme in their own club environment (a minimum of six sessions)
- Video and submit one of the six coaching sessions for assessment by an England Korfball assessor and a professional discussion will be conducted virtually once the video of the coaching session has been observed
Progression opportunities
Learners may be interested in attending the International Korfball Federation level 3 coaching course. In addition, learners may wish to progress onto the 1st4sport Level 3 Award in the Principles for Coaching Sport to develop in the learner the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to deliver an annual coaching programme to either adults or young people.
Cost
The cost of the qualification is £250 per person.
Payment
Payment required in full upon booking of course and can be made at the bottom of the page.
Please read our booking terms and conditions before making payment.
Register interest
This qualification will run twice per year.
Your payment details are not required. You will be asked to complete your 'booking' details but this will simply be to register your interest and not book onto a course.
Course dates
Nottingham: Practical Day: Saturday 30th August, 10am-5pm.
Venue: Nottingham Wildcats Arena, Greenwood Road, Thorneywood, NG3 7FJ
Virtual Classrooms:
- Wednesday 27th August, 7pm-9pm - Great Coaching Practice
- Thursday 4th September, 7pm-9pm - Game Coaching
- Thursday 18th September, 7pm-8.30pm - Designing Engaging Korfball Sessions
Bookings will close on Monday 25th August.
Would you like further information?
Please email us at [email protected]
This course can also be delivered to specific groups such as coaching providers, universities etc. Please visit our course organiser page for further information.
The below table identifies the differences between the full course and the bridging course:
|
Area |
Full course |
Bridging course |
|
Who is it for? |
New or developing coaches |
Experienced coaches with existing qualifications/recognition or team experience |
|
Eligability |
Introduction to Coaching Award or 12 months plus of coaching |
BKA Level 2 certificate or 2 seasons coaching at regional/national level in the last 3 years |
|
Delivery format |
E-learning, portfolio, practical technical module, virtual classroom sessions |
E-learning, portfolio, virtual classroom sessions |
