Applications for places on the third cohort for our new Assistant Coach qualification are opening on September 1st 2024.
This cohort will begin their qualification in January 2025.
Full details about the qualification are available here:
Key Dates for Cohort 3:
10th January 2025 - Course material information emailed out.
23rd January 2025 - Online induction session via Zoom.
5th February 2025 – In-person education day at iceSheffield (all day).
6th, 7th, 12th March 2025 – Online safeguarding course (you need only attend one and this will be explained more during the induction session)
7th/10th April 2025 - Online EDI session (you need only attend one and this will be explained more during the induction session)
6-10th October 2025 – Written/Practical assessment – exact date TBC
Below you can find answers to frequently asked questions about the qualification - if you've got a question not answered here, get in touch with us at coaching@iceskating.org.uk
Frequently Asked Questions:
How old must I be to apply?
How do I apply?
How long will it take me to complete the Assistant Coach qualification?
What is included in the cost?
What does the Competency Test involve?
What if my rink doesn't do Skate UK, or runs an older version of Skate UK?
What are 'cohorts' and why are they capped at a limited number?
I'm a qualified BIS Level 1 coach - can I upgrade to the Assistant Coach qualification?
I'm currently working towards my BIS Level 1 qualification - can I change to the Assistant Coach qualification?
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