Who is this Aimed at:

The target audience for this course is Level 4 (or equivalent) coaches wishing to progress to High-Performance Coach. 

The PPiHPC is the start of the journey to High-Performance Coach status.  Completion of discipline specific assessments and the PPiHPC assessment will result in the full High-Performance Coach (cycle 8) accreditation.

It will be available to anyone who holds a Level 4 or Level 5 (or equivalent) in any Gymnastics Discipline, not including the Level 4 General Gymnastics qualification. 

The course can also be accessed by Level 4 or Performance Coaches who do not wish to access HPC discipline-specific skills but do want to expand their knowledge and skills in Professional Practice. Similarly, those qualified to Level 5 who wish to update their knowledge and engage in CPD can access the course.

What To Expect:

This is a blended course, made up of face-to-face and online learning. The course develops your underpinning coaching science and professional practice knowledge, to reinforce effective coaching practices in the High-Performance environment. It ensures you are equipped to develop not only the skills on your discipline-specific syllabus but to also develop gymnasts and people in a safe and positive environment.

Delivery Method:

The course includes the following components: 

1. 2 x Face-to-face days
2. Online learning accessed via BG Academy
3. 2 x Tutor-led virtual check-ins
4. ePortfolio assessment submission
5. Professional Discussion

Duration:

Face-to-face days:
- Day 1: 7 hours
- Day 2: 9 hours

Check-ins:
- 2 x 60 minutes

Professional Discussion lasting approx. 40-60 minutes.

You are expected to be able to give approximately 2-4 hours per week between course and assessment.

Do I Need To Bring Participants:

No, this is a classroom-based course.

Do I Need To Find A Mentor:

There is no requirement for a mentor, but you are encouraged to network with other coaches to support you in this process.

What Resources Are Included:

- Online learning resources including webinars and presentations from experts in their respective fields.
- PPiHPC learner notebook.
- Templates to support completion of the ePortfolio.
- Current literature to support independent research.

Outcomes:

By the end of the course learners will understand how to:

- Engage in comprehensive critical discussion regarding the factors that characterise and influence modern day high-performance.
- Critically evaluate the responsibilities of the High-Performance coach within the wider eco-system of our sport.
- Demonstrate advanced self-enquiry skills to enable accurate self-evaluation and the construction of realistic and achievable development plans.
- Create positive and meaningful change through evidence-based interventions.

How Will I Be Assessed:

The assessment for this course has two parts: 

1. Completion of an ePortfolio made up of four tasks.
   - Developing the ‘self’: Continuous personal and professional development
   - Critical inquiry in High-Performance coaching philosophy
   - Evaluation of your High-Performance environment
   - Creating meaningful and positive change

2. Completion of a Professional Discussionon a virtual platform.

How Long Before I Get Qualified:

The course is designed to be completed within approx. 30 weeks of the face-to-face days assuming no deferrals are made.

Price:

BG members - £440

Non-members - £572

Pre Requisites:

Please see the pre-requisite tab.  If you are logged in to the website, you will be able to easily see if you are eligible to enrol.