These courses are planned throughout the country, so venues should be convenient for the majority of participants. The Introduction to Coaching course, Alison explains, is a one day course that introduces the principles of coaching through both practical and classroom based activities.
Participants receive a certificate of attendance on completion of the course.
The Level 1 course is the first of the EFI s four-tier ladder structure from Level 1 to Level 4. The duration is 40 hours and the course covers the essential areas necessary to work competently as an EFI Assistant Coach at Novice level, with an emphasis on skill development, participation and enjoyment. The first part of Level 1 is a two-day course to be held in October and November of this year and the second part of Level 1 will take place in February and March 2002. This is a very comprehensive course and Assistant Coaches receive a Level 1 certificate on completion of the course, and can then progress to Level 2. Potential coaches must be at least 18 years of age, and have a sound knowledge of horses and horsemanship.