The emphasis of the course is on preparing you to take responsibility for teaching groups of swimmers with disabilities and their helpers.

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1 Level 2 Certificate for Teaching (Swimming for People with Disabilities) This course will enable you to teach groups consisting of up to 8 participants and to organise and supervise Level 1 teachers and helpers. When you successfully complete of the 4 units you will be qualified to teach within the range determined by the practical unit achieved. As you gain additional experience it is reasonable for the number of pupils being taught to increase in accordance with the requirements as stated in the current edition of Safe Supervision for Teaching and Coaching Swimming. The emphasis of the course is on preparing you to take responsibility for teaching groups of swimmers with disabilities and their helpers. Minimum hours: 4 Unit Course (Units 1, 2, & 4) Theory - 2 ¼ hrs Practical - 21 hrs Total - 44 ¼ hrs Unit Course (Units 2, & 4) Theory - 15 hrs Practical - 21 hrs Total - 6 hrs Unit Course (Units 1, 2, ) Theory - 21 ¾ hrs Practical - 10 ½ hrs Total - 1 ¾ hrs The time for the written examination is in addition to the above. The above times are examples only; the actual course length will be determined by the number of candidates. You will be expected to complete tasks in addition to the course content, normally amounting to hours. Hold the ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics or Hold the ASA Level 1 (Assistant Teacher) Certificate (Swimming) or Hold the ASA Preliminary Teacher Certificate (Swimming) or ASA Preliminary Club Coach Certificate (Swimming) (or have gained exemption from one of them) or Hold the Irish ASA/STA, Welsh ASA, Scottish ASA (after 1976) Preliminary Teacher Certificate or Hold the ASA Primary School Teachers Certificate for the Teaching of Swimming Have completed 15 hours verified teaching since achieving the ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching (Swimming for People with Disabilities) Units: Unit 1: Core Theory o Technical Knowledge o Health and Safety o Conducting the Session o Child Protection o Working with an Assistant o Sport Equity Unit 2: Theory o Technical knowledge o Conducting a session Unit : Practical o The ability to teach groups of swimmers with significant disabilities effectively using assistants in the water o The ability to lead group activities effectively and progressively o The ability to use teaching methods appropriate to swimmers with disabilities o Knowledge of correct supporting techniques and progressions Entry requirements: You must: Be at least 18 years of age at the start of the course Hold the ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching (Swimming for People with Disabilities) For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

2 Level 2 Certificate for Teaching (Swimming for People with Disabilities) Unit 4: Practical o The ability to lead and organise whole class activities effectively o The ability to group a class and to allocate helpers to swimmers o The ability to teach swimmers with an extensive range of disabilities effectively including, for example, those with profound or multiple learning disabilities or challenging behaviours or severe autism o The ability to train new helpers in correct supporting techniques Assessment: Assessment of practical teaching will be on a continuous basis and through the use of the assessment check list and oral questioning. You will be required to teach groups of or more swimmers throughout the course with the assistance of helpers in the water Assessment of theoretical knowledge will be through the ASA Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Log Book, written examination and oral questioning You should normally have a minimum of two recorded practical assessments by the course tutor, in addition to the final assessment checklist Assessment of the above points (excluding the written examination paper) will be by the course tutor and verified by the appointed verifier. Assessment of the written examination paper will be by the appointed verifier Courses leading to an ASA qualification are subject to an internal and external verification process The written examination will take place at the end of the practical units Fees: Determined by course organiser. Further study: After you complete the course, you can: Enhance your qualification through CPD or Progress to the ASA Level Certificate for the Development and Management of Swimming Programmes or Consider another aquatic discipline as determined by the pre-requisites For the latest course listings and contact details please visit our website: / Teachers & Coaches / Find a course Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 4

3 CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CREDITS Aquatic Fitness Endorsed Training Awards 16 Register of Exercise Professionals Exercise in water is commonly acknowledged as a widely accessible activity that provides good cardiovascular and muscular exercise for all with minimal risk of injury. As well as being one of the top activities to help achieve the Government s recommendation to exercise five times a week, swimming and water-based workouts are being recognised by elite sportsmen and women as a means of complementing their training, regeneration and rehabilitation. This training will enable professionals with Level 2 Exercise and Fitness qualifications to increase their knowledge of aquatic exercise and improve the level of service offered to clients. It will be in a series of ASA endorsed training modules, delivered by IoS approved presenters. Subject to final accreditation, each course is worth 16 CPD points and REPs members should get generous accredited prior achievement (APA) exemptions via their existing qualifications. Candidates who have completed the training will be qualified to deliver the specific strand selected in a group setting. We are pleased to introduce a new strand of endorsed awards in aquatic fitness, developed in collaboration with the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) and experts in the fitness and swimming industries. Divided into four distinct categories - Aqua Fit, Aqua Circuits, Aqua Jogging and Fitness Swimming, all awards are mapped to SkillsActive s new National Occupational Standards for instructing exercise and fitness. For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

4 ASA Level 2 Award in Aqua Fit This course provides instructors with the skills to deliver safe, effective, quality balanced, enjoyable Aqua Fit programmes and to evaluate the effectiveness of an Aqua Exercise to Music group session. The course delivery is based on the flexible blended learning method, which combines advanced home study and a number of practical workshops which will build on the core skills and qualifications you have already achieved in exercise & fitness at Level 2 (see entry requirements below). Description: Also known as aqua aerobics, Aqua Fit is an aerobics session in the pool that can maintain and improve stamina, strength and suppleness as well as increase cardiovascular fitness. days Entry requirements: You must hold a relevant Level 2 fitness qualification from a recognised awarding body e.g. OCR, CYQ, AIQ, etc which is listed on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Ideally be a Member of the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) If you hold an existing ASA Aqua Fit award without a formal Level 2 exercise & fitness qualification then you may gain entry to this course however you will not be able to gain REPs membership registration or REPs CPD points through achievement of this award alone You should have some experience of attending aqua exercise classes Level 2 Fitness Instructors not holding an exercise to Music qualification need to attend a five hour Music & choreography skills workshop Course content: Aquatic exercise and fitness training principles Benefits & properties of water as an exercise medium Differences between dry land and water based training Types of exercise to use in water How to plan, instruct and evaluate an Aqua Fit training session Screening & exercise safety in the aquatic environment Music & choreography skills workshop (exemptions will apply to exercise to music instructors) Practical sessions in a swimming pool environment Assessment: Produce original pre requisite certificate of qualification at Level 2 in exercise & fitness Complete tasks and assignments as directed Produce a comprehensive session plan relating to the appropriate exercise discipline Plan, prepare and teach a practical session Carry out a self evaluation of your teaching skills Create an action plan for your continued professional development Produce evidence of CPR competency/first Aid certificate (achieved within last 2 years). Please note that this is not taught within the course therefore successful achievement of the award will not be complete without this evidence For the latest course listings and contact details please visit our website: / Teachers & Coaches / Find a course Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 6

5 ASA Level 2 Award in Aqua Circuits This course provides instructors with the skills to design and deliver safe, effective, quality balanced Aqua Circuits programmes and to evaluate the effectiveness of an Aqua Circuits group session. Description: For those who prefer a more targeted workout without the dance to music element, Aqua Circuits are the aquatic equivalent to circuits in the gym. Based on a range of activities and movements, participants use equipment such as weights and specialised floats and move between stations to tone specific muscle groups. Workouts often include an element aimed at improving aerobic fitness. days Entry requirements: You must hold a relevant Level 2 fitness qualification Ideally be a Member of The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) If you hold an existing ASA Aqua Fit award without a formal Level 2 exercise & fitness qualification then you may gain entry to this course however you will not be able to gain REPs membership registration or REPs CPD points through achievement of this award alone Course content: Principles of fitness Principles of training Theory of exercise in water Types of exercise to use in water How to plan, instruct and evaluate an Aqua Circuits training session How to deal with accidents and emergencies Assessment: You will submit a portfolio of evidence which contains the following: Screening documentation for all participants Session Plan designed for Aqua Circuits Risk assessment for the planned session Evidence of CPR/First Aid Certificate Health and Safety Worksheet Promote the Adoption of Physical Activity Worksheet You will then be observed instructing your group through the planned session. Following assessment you will carry out a written evaluation of your performance and create an action plan for your continued professional development. During the course you will gain further knowledge and skills by participating in group activities in the aqua training environment. For the latest course listings and contact details please visit our website: / Teachers & Coaches / Find a course For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

6 ASA Level 2 Award in Aqua Jogging This course provides instructors with the skills to design and deliver safe, effective, quality balanced Aqua Jogging programmes and to evaluate the effectiveness of an Aqua Jogging group session. Description: For those who enjoy jogging but are unable to undertake high impact activity, Aqua Jogging includes many of the benefits of jogging on dry land while eliminating the shock impact that can affect joints. Water provides support for the body whilst its resistance and hydrostatic pressure increases blood flow throughout, reducing exercise heart rates and leading to a highly effective workout. days Entry requirements: You must hold a relevant Level 2 fitness qualification Ideally be a Member of The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) If you hold an existing ASA Aqua Fit award without a formal Level 2 exercise & fitness qualification then you may gain entry to this course however you will not be able to gain REPs membership registration or REPs CPD points through achievement of this award alone Assessment: You will submit a portfolio of evidence which contains the following: Screening documentation for all participants Session Plan designed for Aqua Jogging Training card for Aqua Jogging Risk assessment for the planned session Evidence of CPR/First Aid Certificate Health and Safety Worksheet Promote the Adoption of Physical Activity Worksheet You will then be observed instructing your group through the planned session. Following assessment you will carry out a written evaluation of your performance and create an action plan for your continued professional development. For the latest course listings and contact details please visit our website: / Teachers & Coaches / Find a course Units: Principles of fitness Principles of training Theory of exercise in water Types of exercise to use in water How to plan, instruct and evaluate a Aqua Jogging training session How to deal with accidents and emergencies Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 8

7 ASA Level 2 Award in Fitness Swimming This course provides instructors with the skills to design and deliver safe, effective, quality balanced Fitness Swimming programmes and evaluate the effectiveness of a Fitness Swimming Group Session. Description: For those who want to use swimming as a targeted fitness activity or to complement a dry land workout, Fitness Swimming uses basic swimming techniques and equipment to do a more fitness oriented laps session. By introducing different strokes and training accessories attendees will be able to add variety and interest to their sessions while focusing on different muscle groups. A kickboard will enable them to work the legs while a pull buoy will keep them afloat and allow them to concentrate on the upper body. days Entry requirements: Swimming Industry Level 2 qualification in swimming teaching/ coaching Assessment: You will submit a portfolio of evidence which contains the following: Screening documentation for all participants Session Plan designed for Fitness Swimming Training card for Fitness Swimming Risk assessment for the planned session Evidence of CPR/First Aid Certificate Health and Safety Worksheet Promote the Adoption of Physical Activity Worksheet You will then be observed instructing your group through the planned session. Following assessment you will carry out a written evaluation of your performance and create an action plan for your continued professional development. For the latest course listings and contact details please visit our website: / Teachers & Coaches / Find a course Fitness Industry Level 2 Wet or Dry Fitness Instructor Ideally be a Member of The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) Course content: Swim Strokes Workshop (exemptions will apply to Level 2 qualified swimming teachers / coaches) Principles of fitness Principles of training Theory of exercise in water Types of exercise to use in water How to plan, instruct and evaluation a Fitness Swimming training session How to deal with accidents and emergencies For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

8 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Seminars In line with the introduction of the UK Action Plan for coaching/teaching the ASA, as a National Governing Body, are required to have a licensed structure in place supported by quality assured CPD. The CPD seminars listed have been developed by the Institute of Swimming for delivery across its infrastructure, ranging from learn to swim, advanced land training and health and safety. All seminars and workshops are ASA approved and have been through a Quality Assurance process to determine their accuracy and suitability as evidence towards the ASA Teacher/ Coach Licensing Scheme. Each CPD has a point value, which contributes towards the ASA Teacher/Coach Licensing Scheme and/or Personal Development. For further information on licensing for teachers and coaches, please visit our web pages at and click on Teachers & Coaches then Licensing. National Plan for Teaching Swimming A recent addition to the list of available CPDs is a programme of seminars for the newly revised ASA National Plan for Teaching Swimming (NPTS), to ensure teachers can update their knowledge and deliver the Plan with confidence. The NPTS has been developed by the ASA to provide a template for learn to swim schemes. It has been designed to assist qualified teachers whose own experience and training will enhance the implementation of the plan. The NPTS is a comprehensive, integrated, progressive teaching programme based upon sound technical and educational principles and provides a standard reference for those responsible for planning swimming programmes. Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 40

9 Introduction to Front Crawl The seminar describes all areas of front crawl using the BLABT principle as the organisational structure. It looks at all aspects of front crawl for the beginner swimmer and gives examples of good teaching points for each technical area. hours (not including breaks): 1.5 hours theory based/1.5 hours land based ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent)/asa Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent) ASA Level 1 Certificate for Coaching Swimming/ ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching Swimming Introduction to Back CRAWL The seminar describes all areas of back crawl using the BLABT principle as the organisational structure. It looks at all aspects of back crawl for the beginner swimmer and gives examples of good teaching points for each technical area. hours (not including breaks): 1.5 hours theory based/1.5 hours land based ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent)/asa Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent) ASA Level 1 Certificate for Coaching Swimming/ ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching Swimming For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

10 Introduction to Breaststroke The seminar describes all areas of breaststroke using the BLABT principle as the organisational structure. It looks at all aspects of breaststroke for the beginner swimmer and gives examples of good teaching points for each technical area. hours (not including breaks): 1.5 hours theory based/1.5 hours land based ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent)/asa Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent) ASA Level 1 Certificate for Coaching Swimming/ ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching Swimming Introduction to Butterfly The seminar describes all areas of butterfly using the BLABT principle as the organisational structure. It looks at all aspects of butterfly for the beginner swimmer and gives examples of good teaching points for each technical area. hours (not including breaks): 1.5 hours theory based/1.5 hours land based ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent)/asa Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent) ASA Level 1 Certificate for Coaching Swimming/ ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching Swimming Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 42

11 Teaching Turns The seminar looks at the transferable skills needed for all turns. It then progresses to turns for each of the four strokes, looking at the elements that make up a turn and the different skills needed to perfect the turn. hours (not including breaks): 1.5 hours theory based/1.5 hours land based ASA Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent)/asa Level 2 Certificate for Coaching Swimming Teaching Beginners - The Basics This seminar looks at tips and ideas for introducing basic water movement literacy and confidence to the beginner swimmer. It explores areas of planning, monitoring, influences, learning styles, ranges of equipment and how these can be applied to individual needs. hours (not including breaks): 1.5 hours theory based/1.5 hours land based ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent)/asa Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent) For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

12 Swim Strength - An Introduction to Swim Strength and Conditioning This first module takes a well-rounded approach to the role of strength work within swimming and explains where gains can be made in race situations for all strokes. The seminar covers the equipment used, training guidelines and how strength work can fit in with the Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) model. The practical element introduces five key skills in three different circuit forms. hours (not including breaks): 1.5 hours theory based/1.5 hours land based ASA Level Club Coach/ASA Level 4 Coach ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching/ ASA Level Certificate for Coaching Swim Strength - Complex Land Training for Swimming This seminar provides an introduction and background to strength training in swimming and provides an overview of Complex training and how it can be applied. This is useful for all strokes but especially sprinters due to the high force producing nature of the race. Complex training is high powered land training essential for all and great in tapers and speed phases. hours (not including breaks): 1.5 hours theory based/1.5 hours land based ASA Level Club Coach/ASA Level 4 Coach ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching/ ASA Level Certificate for Coaching For the latest course listings, costs and booking forms please visit our website: / Teachers & Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 44

13 Swim Strength - Swiss Balls and Bands This seminar provides an introduction and background to strength training in swimming and focuses on the use of swiss balls and elastics to develop key areas within the swimmer. There is a strong focus on the core region with over twenty exercises being presented throughout the practical. hours (not including breaks): 1.5 hours theory based/1.5 hours land based ASA Level Club Coach/ASA Level 4 Coach ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching/ ASA Level Certificate for Coaching Swim Strength - Floor and Medicine Ball based Strength Development This seminar provides an introduction and background to strength training in swimming and focuses on the use of the floor/bodyweight and medicine balls to develop key areas within the swimmer. If you use medicine balls in your club or are looking at power development in your swimmers this is useful for you. hours (not including breaks): 1.5 hours theory based/1.5 hours land based ASA Level Club Coach/ASA Level 4 Coach ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching/ ASA Level Certificate for Coaching For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

14 Swim Strength - Training Sprint Swimmers and Periodisation This seminar provides an introduction and background to strength training in swimming and provides coaches with exercises to focus on with sprint swimmers. Another key focus area is the planning and organisation of strength training linked to the principles of periodisation. hours (not including breaks): 1.5 hours theory based/1.5 hours land based ASA Level Club Coach/ASA Level 4 Coach ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching/ ASA Level Certificate for Coaching Swim Strength - Time and Equipment Limited Land Training This seminar provides an introduction and background to strength training in swimming and provides an exercise guide for coaches that don t have access to equipment and want to provide strength training for swimmers. Clubs with equipment can use this seminar as a means to develop home training programmes for swimmers. hours (not including breaks): 1.5 hours theory based/1.5 hours land based ASA Level Club Coach/ASA Level 4 Coach ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching/ ASA Level Certificate for Coaching Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 46

15 Swim Strength - Injury and Prevention The seminar covers the issues surrounding swimmers shoulder injuries, the lower back and the hamstring complex. All areas are important as they can become injured during the career of a swimmer and learning these key exercises can help towards improving the longevity and continuity of the swimmer. Unbroken training time means better results. hours (not including breaks): 1.5 hours theory based/1.5 hours land based ASA Level Club Coach/ASA Level 4 Coach ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching/ ASA Level Certificate for Coaching Swim Strength - Starts and Turns Races are won and lost with starts and turns! This forward thinking seminar explains how strength and conditioning training can help the swimmer improve starts and turns in all strokes. A series of exercises are presented and physically taught with the aim of developing starts and turns. hours (not including breaks): 1.5 hours theory based/1.5 hours land based ASA Level Club Coach/ASA Level 4 Coach ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching/ ASA Level Certificate for Coaching For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

16 ASA/sports coach UK Safeguarding and Protecting Children Workshop (formerly Good Practice and Child Protection) Protect yourself, the young people you are coaching and your employer by understanding and following good teaching/coaching points. Learn about child abuse and how to handle situations if you have concerns. This workshop is an excellent opportunity for anyone involved in swimming to learn and understand more about this sensitive and important subject. Workshops are specific to swimming and are delivered by ASA Tutors. hours - theory based (not including breaks) Anyone involved in swimming that has contact with children and/or is involved in the process for reporting incidents. Mandatory for licence ASA/NSPCC Time to Listen The ASA has linked up with the NSPCC and is accredited to deliver the Time to Listen module that is aimed at Club Welfare Officers (CWO s). Whilst it is appreciated that some CWO s will be trained and experienced in child protection issues, the Time to Listen programme provides the opportunity to consider the roles and responsibilities of CWO s and the action taken should any incident occur..5 hours - theory based (not including breaks) Club Welfare Officers. NB. Pre-requisite applies - to have attended the sports coach UK Safeguarding and Protecting Children Workshop (formerly Good Practice and Child Protection) Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 48

17 Voice Protection and Projection Learn to protect and project your voice to ensure your message gets across while avoiding permanent damage. Learn techniques for powering the voice on the breath, improving clarity and range. A fun, practical session with lasting results. Presenter, Priscilla Morris, has devised and delivered courses nationwide for the ASA since hours (not including breaks): Teachers and Coaches Working with Children with Behavioural Difficulties An introduction and overview of commonly seen barriers to learning when teaching children. This presentation explains the conditions, syndromes and disorders and gives strategies for managing the behaviour in a swimming teaching environment. It will help non-specialist swimming teachers work with a class containing one or two children with special needs. It is intended to assist teachers to recognise some conditions they may encounter and offers some coping strategies which may enable the teacher to meet the needs of all the children in the class. 4 hours - theory based (not including breaks). ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent)/asa Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent) 4 For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

18 National Plan for Teaching Swimming - Overview hours (not including breaks) Provides an insight into the philosophy and synergy with other aquatic routes and a clear understanding of how the NPTS programme has been developed. This CPD sets the scene and through activities explores the skills required to deliver some pre-selected NPTS outcomes from the syllabus. Designed to equip Swimming Teachers with ideas which will facilitate their understanding and so acting as a pre-requisite to viewing/purchasing the NPTS resources. Teachers and Coaches National Plan for Teaching Swimming - FUNdamentals This seminar aims to equip the swimming teacher (ASA Level 2+ or equivalent) with an understanding of the basics of LTAD and the use of FUNdamentals and games to deliver FUN and innovative swimming lessons..5 hours ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent)/asa Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent) ASA Level 1 Certificate for Coaching Swimming/ ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching Swimming Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 50

19 National Plan for Teaching Swimming - AquaFUN (Synchronised Swimming) 4.5 hours This workshop will equip Level 2 swimming teachers to deliver the new and exciting NPTS AquaFun programme. The NPTS AquaFun programme is designed to encourage children, boys and girls, to learn the basic synchro moves whilst having fun and building confidence in the water. NPTS AquaFun will compliment any swimming programme already running from learn to swim to competitive clubs. ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent)/asa Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent) ASA Level 1 Certificate for Coaching Swimming/ ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching Swimming 4 National Plan for Teaching Swimming - Flip N Fun (Diving) This seminar will enable swimming teachers (Level 2) to take a Flip n Fun Festival for Diving. It will provide you with the technical knowledge to deliver FUNdamental diving skills from the poolside in a safe and fun manner. You will learn basic diving positions, dry land practices and key teaching points when taking a session. 4 hours ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent)/asa Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent) ASA Level 1 Certificate for Coaching Swimming/ ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching Swimming 4 For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

20 National Plan for Teaching Swimming - Mini-Polo! (Water Polo) Supporting the revised National Plan for Teaching Swimming this mini-polo! seminar is to enable swimming teachers to understand the philosophy and background theory to delivering a programme underpinned by LTAD emphasising FUNdamentals, playing games, teamwork, keeping fit and active and most important - having fun! 4 hours ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent)/asa Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent) ASA Level 1 Certificate for Coaching Swimming/ ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching Swimming 4 National Plan for Teaching Swimming - Competitive Swimming This CPD is designed to equip swimming teachers with information and ideas, which will facilitate their understanding of competitive swimming. hours ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent)/asa Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent) ASA Level 1 Certificate for Coaching Swimming/ ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching Swimming Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 52

21 Coaching Disabled Swimmers This seminar is designed to give coaches a better understanding of coaching disabled swimmers and highlight ways that coaching practices can be adapted to ensure that disabled swimmers get the best from training in mainstream clubs. 4 hours (not including breaks) 4 ASA Levels 1, 2, Certificate for Coaching Swimming An Introduction to Officiating at Events that include Swimmers with a Disability An introduction to officiating at events that include swimmers with a disability such as ASA Regions and ASA Counties. An overview of classification and functional ability cards along with a knowledge of IPC swimming rules. 5 hours - theory based (not including breaks). Swimming Officials 5 For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

22 Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence - AASE AASE is an athlete education programme that has been designed to meet the needs of young people (aged 16-18) who have the realistic potential to achieve excellence in their sport and are seeking to perform at the highest level as their main career goal, whilst continuing with their education. Notionally taking two years to complete, the AASE framework will provide for the first time a structured national training and development route across all sports for talented young athletes, many of whom may go to represent their country on the world stage. The apprenticeship is the first to offer elite and potentially elite athletes to achieve proper recognition of the skills, knowledge and understanding they are developing/gaining in their quest for excellence. This apprenticeship is awarded by SkillsActive. Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence 24 months - intake September Entry requirements: Athletes are invited to attend You should be years of age and based and educated in England The specific selection policies for disability, diving, swimming, synchronised swimming and water polo used for the 2007 intake are available to download from the British Swimming website at org click on Teachers & Coaches then AASE Selection policies for the September 2008 intake will also be published online at a later date Units: NVQ Level Achieving Excellence in Sports Performance (Awarding Body Edexcel) 8 Mandatory Units: o ES1 - Plan, apply, and evaluate your technical skills to achieve excellence in your sport o ES2 - Plan, apply, and evaluate your tactical skills to achieve excellence in your sport o ES - Plan, apply, and evaluate your physical capability to achieve excellence in your sport o ES4 - Plan, apply, and evaluate the attitudes and mental skills to achieve excellence in your sport o ES5 - Plan and manage your lifestyle to achieve excellence in your sport o ES6 - Manage your sporting career o ES7 - Communicate and work effectively with others to achieve excellence in your sport o ES8 - Maintain the health and safety of yourself and others whilst achieving excellence in your sport Technical Certificate guided learning hours (you may choose a mix of Technical Certificates from the framework including A-Levels, Tec in sport, Coaching Awards, etc.) You will undertake your technical certificate at your chosen school/college or relevant training provider Key Skills Level 2 Application of Number and Communication (if you have achieved grade C or above in GCSE Maths and English you will be exempt from this component) Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 54

23 Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence Assessment: Assessment of the NVQ Level will take place at the athletes training centre, at competitions and national/international training camps You will need to produce a portfolio of evidence to meet the NVQ standards Assessment will be through observations, questions and answers, witness testimony, professional discussion and product evidence Further study: You can progress on to University, become a professional sportsperson, or a variety of sport related jobs. Candidates will be invited to apply and should fill in the athlete eligibility form (available to download from the website). Fees: AASE is funded by the Learning and Skills Council and there are no candidate fees. National Curriculum Training Programme (NCTP) The NCTP aims to provide training and resources to those involved in the teaching of swimming within the primary school curriculum. The ASA has been recognised by the Professional Development Board for Physical Education (PDB) as a licensed provider of Continuing Professional Development (CPD). In addition the National Curriculum Training Programme has been kite marked by the PDB as being of high quality and appropriate to primary school teachers delivering the swimming component of the National Curriculum. The programme offers LEAs/LAs/Local Organisers, Colleges and Universities courses which are specifically designed for qualified School Teachers, Teachers in Training and Adults other than Teachers (AOTTs). Plus one course is specifically designed for qualified ASA Swimming Teachers who work with schools to deliver the schools swimming programme. For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

24 National Curriculum Training Programme - Module 1 (Key Stages 1 & 2) To equip a qualified school teacher to teach a limited range of basic aquatic skills to a small group of children at the non swimmer / beginner and improver stage, under the supervision of a holder of either the ASA Level 2 Certificate for Teaching/Coaching or the Primary School Teacher Certificate for the Teaching of Swimming or other equivalent qualification (this does not include appropriate life guarding provision). 7 hours Entry requirements: Qualified Teacher status (QTS) Teachers in training may also take part. A letter confirming attendance on the programme will be provided which can be exchanged for a certificate on completion of the teacher training course and submission of the appropriate evidence Holder of the ASA Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Swimming (Units 1, 2 and minimum) or ASA Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics (or equivalent) Adults other than Teachers are permitted to attend this course and will be awarded the Adults other than Teachers (AOTTs) Helper Certificate Units: 5 hours theoretical content including the use of the TOPS Swimming Cards, 2 hours practical content to include: Practical application of the Health and Safety provision The teacher working with an individual pupil/ small group e.g. up to 6 pupils The teacher in the water to illustrate basic principles Aspects of water safety Development of those skills included in the syllabus; use of TOPS Swim Cards Teaching demonstration by the Course Tutor NB The exact detail of what is covered in the practical session will be decided through consultation between the course tutor and the course organiser. Flexibility is allowed to increase the amount of practical activity and thus reducing the 5 hours theoretical content. Assessment: The course will be non-assessed. An attendance certificate will be issued. Fees: Determined by the course organiser. Further study: Candidates may progress onto Module 2 (an additional 10 hours) within a 2 year period or the ASA Level 1 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics course. Courses are organised by Local Education Authorities, School Sports Partnerships or individual primary schools. For more information and course registration forms please visit our website Coaches / Course Syllabuses / National Curriculum Training Programme for School Teachers Recommended Reading: ASA NCTP Pre-course booklet Swimming, Teaching and Coaching Level 1 (ASA) National Curriculum Resource Pack (ASA) National Plan for Teaching Swimming - Module 2 (ASA) Safe Supervision for Teaching & Coaching (ISRM) Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 56

25 National Curriculum Training Programme - Module 2 (Key Stages 1 & 2) This certificate will equip a qualified school teacher to teach a range of aquatic skills to groups of children without additional supervision (this does not include appropriate life guarding provision). The number in the group is determined by the ability of the swimmer and industry recommendation related to teacher ratio as stated in the publication Safe Supervision for the Teaching and Coaching of Swimming. Once Modules 1 and 2 have been completed, candidates will be awarded the ASA Primary School Teacher Certificate for the Teaching of Swimming. 10 hours Entry requirements: Qualified School Teacher (QTS) status Having attended Module 1 within the last 2 years Teachers in training may also take part. A letter confirming attendance on the programme will be provided which can be exchanged for a certificate on completion of the teacher training course and submission of the appropriate evidence. Units: 6 hours theoretical content. 4 hours practical content to include TOP Sport Swimming Practical application of Health and Safety provision Development of those skills included in this syllabus Working with a group Working with different abilities A lesson demonstration given by the Tutor illustrating a mixed ability lesson NB The exact detail of what is covered in the practical session will be decided through consultation between the course tutor and the course organiser. Flexibility is allowed to increase the amount of practical activity and thus reducing the 6 hours theoretical content. Assessment: Each teacher will be continuously assessed within the practical context through the use of an assessment checklist, oral questioning and logbook. Throughout the course there should be a gradual increase in the number of pupils taught. Teachers should be given the opportunity to teach a group comprising of between 8-12 swimmers. Fees: Determined by the course organiser. Further study: Having completed 15 hours verified teaching/ coaching successful candidates could use the qualification to attend the ASA Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics course. Courses are organised by Local Education Authorities, School Sports Partnerships or individual primary schools. For more information and course registration forms please visit our website / Teachers & Coaches / Course Syllabuses / National Curriculum Training Programme for School Teachers Recommended Reading: ASA NCTP Pre-course booklet Introduction to Swimming Teaching and Coaching (ASA) Rookie Lifesaver (RLSS UK) For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

26 National Curriculum Training Programme - Primary School Teacher Certificate for the Teaching of Swimming (Key Stages 1 & 2) This certificate will equip a qualified school teacher to teach a range of aquatic skills to groups of children without additional supervision (this does not include appropriate life guarding provision). The number in the group is determined by the ability of the swimmer and industry recommendation related to teacher ratio as stated in the publication Safe Supervision for the Teaching and Coaching of Swimming. This training programme may be delivered as two discrete but connected modules or as one integrated programme. Teachers completing Module 1 only will be qualified to assist a more qualified swimming teacher whilst those who complete Modules 1 and 2, or this integrated programme, will be qualified to teach unsupervised. 17 hours Entry requirements: Qualified Teacher status (QTS) Teachers in training may also take part. A letter confirming attendance on the programme will be provided which can be exchanged for a certificate on completion of the teacher training course and submission of the appropriate evidence Units: 11 hours theoretical content 6 hours practical content to include TOP Sport Swimming Practical application of Health and Safety provision Development of those skills included in this syllabus Working with a group Working with different abilities A lesson demonstration given by the Tutor illustrating a mixed ability lesson NB The exact detail of what is covered in the practical session will be decided through consultation between the course tutor and the course organiser. Flexibility is allowed to increase the amount of practical activity and thus reducing the 11 hours theoretical content. Assessment: Each teacher will be continuously assessed within the practical context through the use of an assessment checklist, oral questioning and logbook. Throughout the course there should be a gradual increase in the number of pupils taught. Teachers should be given the opportunity to teach a group comprising of between 8-12 swimmers. Fees: Determined by course organiser. Further study: After you complete the course, you can: Enhance your qualification through CPD or Progress onto the ASA Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics or Consider another aquatic discipline as determined by the pre-requisites Courses are organised by Local Education Authorities, School Sports Partnerships or individual primary schools. For more information and course registration forms please visit our website / Teachers & Coaches / Course Syllabuses / National Curriculum Training Programme for School Teachers Recommended Reading: ASA NCTP Pre-course booklet Introduction to Swimming Teaching and Coaching (ASA) Rookie Lifesaver (RLSS UK) Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 58

27 National Curriculum Training Programme Helpers Course for Adults other than Teachers (AOTTS) 6 hours (Key Stages 1 & 2) Successful candidates will be able to assist the designated swimming teacher (DST) with the swimming programme delivered within a school environment. The DST should be approved by the Headmaster of the school and should be considered competent to carry out this role effectively and safely. It is recommended that the DST should hold a recognised swimming qualification. 6 hours Entry requirements: The candidate must be a minimum of 16 years of age and directly associated with a school e.g. School Ancillary, Learning Support Staff, Nursery Nurse, Parent/Guardian/Carer/Grandparent Units: 4 hours theoretical content 2 hours practical content to include: The Helper working in the water and/or from the poolside** with an individual pupil/small group e.g. up to a maximum of 4 pupils Teaching demonstration by the Course Tutor illustrating the working relationship between the Helper and DST. ** see current ASA Guidance Document Teaching from the Poolside Assessment: An attendance certificate will be issued post course. There is no assessment of the candidate s competence on the course. Fees: Determined by the course organiser. Further study: AOTTs who complete this course and who wish to learn more about the teaching of swimming are recommended to attend the 24 hour certificated course. Completion of the 6 hour course allows the AOTT to be exempt from day 1 of the 24 hour course. Courses are organised by Local Education Authorities, School Sports Partnerships or individual primary schools. For more information and course registration forms please visit our website / Teachers & Coaches / Course Syllabuses / National Curriculum Training Programme for School Teachers Recommended Reading: ASA NCTP Pre-course booklet Introduction to Swimming Teaching and Coaching (ASA) The exact detail of what is covered in the practical session will be decided through consultation between the Course Tutor and the Course Organiser. Flexibility is allowed to increase the amount of practical activity and thus reducing the 4 hours theoretical content. For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

28 National Curriculum Training Programme - Helpers Course for Adults other than Teachers (AOTTS) - 24 hours (Key Stages 1 & 2) This programme is in two stages. Stage 1 (18 hours) will be followed approximately 2- months later by Stage 2 (6 hours). Completion of Stage 1 will allow the AOTT to provide support to a more qualified teacher and enable the candidate to gain wide experience in the teaching of swimming. Completion of Stage 2 will enable the candidate to teach a wider range of skills to a group of similar or mixed ability under the supervision of an ASA Level 2 qualified Teacher/Coach (or equivalent) or a qualified teacher (QTS) who holds the ASA Primary School Teacher Certificate for the Teaching of Swimming. 24 hours. Stage 1-18 hours; Stage 2-6 hours Entry requirements: Minimum 18 years of age at the start of the course Currently working as a classroom assistant or as a classroom helper and nominated by the Head Teacher of the school (where currently assisting or helping) to participate in the course Units: 15 hours theoretical content 9 hours practical content to include TOP Sport Swimming Practical application of Health and Safety provision Development of those skills included in this syllabus Working with a group Working with different abilities A lesson demonstration given by the tutor NB The exact detail of what is covered in the practical session will be decided through consultation between the course tutor and the course organiser. Flexibility is allowed to increase the amount of practical activity and thus reducing the 15 hours theoretical content. Assessment: Each AOTT will be continuously assessed within the practical context through the use of an assessment checklist, oral questioning and logbook and a more formal assessment will take place on the final day of the course. Throughout the course there should be a gradual increase in the number of pupils taught. AOTTs should be given the opportunity to teach a group comprising of between 6-8 swimmers. Fees: Determined by the course organiser. Further study: After you complete the course, you can: Enhance your qualification through CPD or Progress to the ASA Level 2 Certificate for Teaching Aquatics or Consider another aquatic discipline as determined by the pre-requisites Courses are organised by Local Education Authorities, School Sports Partnerships or individual primary schools. For more information and course registration forms please visit our website / Teachers & Coaches / Course Syllabuses / National Curriculum Training Programme for School Teachers Recommended Reading: ASA NCTP Pre-course booklet Swimming, Teaching and Coaching Level 1 (ASA) National Curriculum Resource Pack (ASA) National Plan for Teaching Swimming - Module 2 (ASA) Safe Supervision for Teaching & Coaching (ISRM) Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 60

29 National Curriculum Training Programme - Introduction to Top Sport Swimming and the National Curriculum To equip an ASA qualified swimming teacher to deliver TOP Sport Swimming and to become familiar with the swimming component of the National Curriculum 4 hours Entry requirements: ASA Level 2 Certificate in Teaching Aquatics/Coaching Units: All theory comprising: Introduction to TOP Sport Swimming Introduction to Swimming Component of the National Curriculum The basic principles of the National Plan for Teaching Swimming Assessment: The course will be non-assessed. An attendance certificate will be issued. Fees: Determined by course organiser. Courses are organised by Local Education Authorities, School Sports Partnerships or individual primary schools. For more information and course registration forms please visit our website Coaches / Course Syllabuses / National Curriculum Training Programme for School Teachers Recommended Reading: ASA NCTP Pre-course booklet For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

30 What do our candidates think of our courses and seminars? Candidates on an ASA Level Certificate for Coaching Swimming course at Catterick said Thanks once again... it was really interesting and of great help to my coaching, thank you for your excellent couple of weekends teaching. It has been very interesting. May I also compliment you personally on your ability to listen to points made and not be too on message and...excellent 2 days course. One coach obviously put what he had learnt into immediate action Just to let you know that I have had 9 finalists at Nationals so far. Last year I had and it is only the rd day! A record number of 76 delegates took part in a Flip n Fun CPD seminar organised for swimming teachers employed by a local Council. At the end one stood up and said, I would like to thank Jo (Calvino) and Rebecca (Burrows), this has been the best CPD I ve ever attended! Candidates at an ASA Level 1 Certificate for Coaching Swimming course in High Wycombe were very impressed, comments included: excellent foundation course - appreciated the opportunity to coach hands on. Refreshingly different! Thoroughly enjoyed course... many thanks to Jean for her patience and support, a really good group dynamic and good course - especially given it was only the second time that it has been run At an ASA Level 2 Certificate for Coaching Water Polo course, held in conjunction with the National Water Polo camp, tutors also have said how much they enjoy running these courses the flexibility of the new UKCC programme is great, it gives me much more time to actually concentrate upon giving a quality learning experience to the candidates. Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 62

31 Words of AdviCe - Pippa Jones, ASA Tutor Pippa specialises in Water Polo and is one of our busiest and most popular course tutors. Here she gives us an insight into her work. What courses do you tutor? ASA Level 1 & Level 2 Certificate for Coaching Water Polo. What is your background? I studied Physical Education at Warwick University, which is when I started playing Water Polo. After teaching leisure studies to year olds for 10 years in Coventry I moved into sports development, specifically swimming. Later I became a qualified ASA Teacher and Coach and I have been an ASA tutor since I always remember the Tutor Training course because it was taken by David Sparkes! I now also lecture in PE, Sports Coaching and Sports Development at Sheffield Hallam University. What are the typical kinds of candidates on your courses? A wide range - from Level 1 Swimming Teachers wanting to expand their skills up to senior international players who want to begin coaching. The swimming teachers quite often have lots of experience in organising the kids but have little technical knowledge in the game itself. Other candidates have a massive amount of technical knowledge - they really need help with unpicking it and presenting in bite sized chunks. It is often quite a challenge dealing with a combination of skill levels in one course. What do you enjoy most about tutoring? Working with people is what gives me the most enjoyment. I also gain immense satisfaction from seeing candidates develop - some of those who I taught at Level 1 now have positions coaching national teams and gone on to do some fantastic things. I love tutoring courses and as well as obviously transferring my knowledge I always come away with new ideas myself. Do you have a specific delivery style? My courses are always very interactive with a lot of emphasis on practical activities rather than just spouting theory! I like to build a relationship with each candidate and get to know their learning style - we both get much more out of the course that way. No two courses are the same - I tailor my delivery dependent on who is in front of me. For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

32 Some courses are long & detailed, how do you keep the interest levels up? Again that focus on practical activity is key, the more opportunities coaches have to get in the water themselves and have a go, the better. I like to get them doing activities that they will be doing in real life as a coach. I also make sure they are fun and enjoyable. What kind of feedback have you received? Very positive - my last group of candidates gave me a bottle of wine and flowers to say thank you. I have played a big part in water polo teaching and coaching for the last 10 years and many candidates have returned to study for the next level, which is the best kind of result! The other thing candidates appreciate is that I am available afterwards to answer queries - sometimes I might help with a couple of questions but they often then have the confidence to just get on with it! What advice would you give to those considering a UKCC endorsed course? These courses give you the opportunity to work with other people rather than in isolation and to be part of a bigger network. The other great thing is that candidates attending a course together often communicate afterwards to share ideas and experiences, which all goes towards giving them the confidence to get on and develop their careers. Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 64

33 Words of AdviCe - Tracie Gorst, Coach Tracie is a Swimming Coach for Trafford Metro who has attended the UKCC endorsed ASA Level Certificate for Coaching Swimming. What is your background? I have been involved in swimming for 0 years. I have competed at a high level both in World and European Masters and have been selected for the Cheshire team for the last three years. I started teaching in 1996 and was Chief Coach with Old Trafford for three years. At the moment I work with Trafford Metro on the age group development programme and support the masters coaching squad. I am also the NW Masters representative on the ASA technical committee. What do you enjoy about being a coach? It s a really fulfilling role - I took a squad of 26 to the ASA Masters National Championships with fantastic results: we had 15 individual national champions and relay national champions, with one swimmer attaining British records. What did you think of the course? I highly enjoyed the units and the support tools are very useful - when I got home and read through the learner guide everything just dropped into place. The land based training was good and was explained really well at an elite level. The psychology section was brilliant - I can see how my masters group can use certain coping strategies to aid their own performances so it was very interesting. What part of the course was most beneficial to you? My particular favourite was the Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) unit - the tutor was very engaging and made the module really interesting. It gave me a list of things I wanted to take back to my club and implement straight away. That s good because it means there are benefits to those who don t only work at an elite level. Has anything you have learned changed the way you work? I am starting to work with the Borough squad Swim Trafford and they had 11 National qualifiers this year at age group and 4 at the Youths. As a result of what I learnt on the LTAD unit I am going to start measuring their peak high velocity to calculate when they will have growth spurts. It s easy to do when you know how and I am sure it will bring tangible benefits to the club. For Course Dates and Venues or contact customerservices@swimming.org

34 What advice would you give to those considering a UKCC endorsed course? Just get on and do it! It can seem a little scary but don t forget everyone on the course there with you is in the same boat. I was a bit apprehensive beforehand but once we got started it was very enjoyable. Also people should speak to their education officer to find out about help with the costs - I was fully funded by Greater Sport. You get so much support, all the tutors are absolutely fantastic and their enthusiasm really rubs off on you. My course was delivered in such a positive, passionate manner - it s exactly what the sport needs. There are so many coaches out there that would benefit from these courses, they just need the encouragement to get on and do the next step! Aquamark In today s rapidly changing world of sport and leisure provision, providers of swimming programmes must focus on the delivery of a best value service, which makes a real difference to the lives of people. Aquamark has been developed to assist providers of swimming programmes to meet these challenges. Aquamark is original and unique, designed specifically to help organisations providing swimming programmes to improve and enhance the service. It has been designed for all organisations involved in providing swimming programmes, including: Local authorities Private leisure contractors Swimming club Private swim schools Local Education Authorities For more information visit our website at and click on Teachers & Coaches then Aquamark. Alternatively customerservices@swimming.org Call ASA Awards Centre on to order your Resources 66

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