CORE COACH

The ECB Core Coach programme is an entry level qualification for coaching cricket in England and Wales alongside ECB Foundation I Coach. The programme is a blend of e-learning and face-to-face modules led by ECB Coach Developers will explore the player-centred planning process, player development, the skills you can help players to develop and how you can learn from your experiences. By committing yourself to this programme and becoming a qualified coach you will become an important part of the ECB’s coaching family that works together to help players improve, have fun, be safe and learn at every stage of their development.

Programme outcomes

This programme has been designed to give learners the knowledge, skills and confidence to lead player-centred coaching sessions.

An ECB Core Coach will be qualified to lead coaching sessions independently and without supervision.

Content

Role of an ECB Core Coach
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Player-centred planning process
Player development
Core principles – batting, bowling (pace and spin), fielding and wicketkeeping
Tactical knowledge, physical fundamentals and mental skills
The coaching tools
The continuum of practice
Safety
Differentiation

Who is it for?

Anyone aged 17 and over wishing to become qualified to coach cricket, inspire and develop players and make a difference to the game.

Experience of playing or coaching cricket is desirable but not essential when applying for this programme.

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Commitment

£300.00
Eight face-to-face modules lasting three hours each, including two observed coaching opportunities
Six bitesize e-learning modules lasting 15-20 minutes each
Multiple choice question assessment
Short answer question assessment

Pre-requisites for certification

18 years of age
Valid safeguarding training e.g. Safeguarding Young Cricketers
Valid ECB Disclosure and Barring Service check through ECB. Please email nick.may@sussexcricket.co.uk with your Name (including title), DOB, Cricket Club and Email Address to initiate an ECB DBS application.