Become a Qualified Coach (pdf) - Ecb

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BE A PART OFCRICKET’S FUTURE:Coaches play a vital role in enablingplayers to reach their potential. TheSky Sports ECB Coach EducationProgramme offers a range of coursesto suit you and your aims - whetheryou want to coach young people &adults, or children (or both).The courses will help you understandplayers and their needs, increase yourcoaching knowledge and improveyour practical coaching skills. This willhelp you improve players’ experienceof the game and help you helpplayers be the best that they can be.As coaches weare constantlyseeking to identifyopportunities tohelp our playersimprove... and ofcourse ourselves.Andy FlowerEngland Team Director

Coach Development MapWhat’s your journey?At ECB Coach Education weoffer a range of coach learningexperiences and qualificationsto suit coaches working at alllevels of the game; from playerswho are just starting out tothose who represent Englandteams. All of our courses aredesigned around the playersyou work with and their stageof development; you can planyour own journey by using theguide below.Entry points Potential routes Continued Professional Development

Why should you coach?• Make a difference – help and inspire players• Play a key role in the future of your cricket club• Gain a reputable and recognised qualification, and equip yourself to coach cricket• Enjoy a great experience whilst learning• Inspire you to coach by increasing your confidence and effectiveness• Coach in a safe and fun way• Opportunity to join Coaches Association to provide you with resources andon-going supportCoaching Pathway• The coaching pathway gives you opportunities for continuous improvementas a coach, and will help you to meet the needs of the players that you will beworking with.Where can I get more information?Visit www.ecb.co.uk/coacheducationContact your local County Cricket Board -www.ecb.co.uk/development/get-into-cricket/development-structure-and-contacts/