Course at a glance
Introduction
Accredited by ACCPH at Level 3, this course enables graduates to join as professional members. The Level 3 Child Coaching Diploma is designed for those aspiring to become child coaches or for professionals seeking to expand their understanding of the field. Although child coaching as a recognised field is relatively young, it draws on principles with roots spanning over a century.
The course covers key definitions, standards, and models in child coaching, focusing on the principles and concepts essential for establishing a positive, collaborative child-coach relationship. Due to the unique needs of children and the importance of alternative communication methods, the course also explores child development, parent-child relationships, and how children learn and shape their behaviours through communication.
Unlike adult coaching, child coaching often involves flexible, creative methods tailored to a younger audience. These strategies, including ‘hands-on’ approaches, will be explored throughout the course, giving students a comprehensive understanding of child coaching techniques.
Learning Objectives
- Students will have an opportunity to review psychological development in children and young people
- Look into communication in relation to coaching skills
- Gain knowledge in changes which affect development and require children to attend coaching sessions.
This course consists of Six Units.
Assessment Objectives (AO)
AO: 1
Students must select and demonstrate clearly relevant knowledge and understanding through the use of evidence, examples and correct language and terminology appropriate to the course of study. This assessment, involves two written assignments: one halfway through the course and following the final unit. Both are assessed and graded by the assigned tutor, according to college procedures. The grading procedure if Pass or Fail. If you Fail an assessment you have the opportunity to amend where your tutor has highlighted and resubmit.
AO: 2
Students must critically evaluate and justify a point of view through the use of evidence and reasoned argument. Students can include evidence in different formats to support their written work such as documentation or images to support their course remembering Confidentiality and Data Protection.
Quality of Written Communication (QWC)
In addition, OLC require students’ to produce written material in English, candidates must: ensure that text is legible and that spelling, punctuation and grammar (SPG) are accurate so that meaning is clear; select and use a form and style of writing appropriate to studying a complex subject matter; organise information clearly and coherently, using specialist vocabulary when appropriate and Harvard referencing of citation and sources. In this Specification, SPG will be assessed in all tutor marked assignments (TMAs)
To ensure that we maintain quality standards; all our students written assignments are subject to our plagiarism policy and procedure.
Accredited Level 3 Child Coaching Diploma Entry Requirement
- All students must be at least 16 years old to enrol in our Level 3 Child Coaching Diploma course.
- A minimum prior learning to GCSE standard is required to help students effectively engage with the course content.
Assesment
The coursework is assessed through continuous assessment with no formal exit examinations.
Study Hours
Approximately: 200 hours of personal study time for the entire course is recommended. All of which is supported by the OLC Course Tutor, who we greatly encourage students to access support from throughout their course.
Quality Assurance
This course has been developed by the College’s professional team of tutors to meet the needs of sector based employers and employees. Further details of our accreditations are provided on our website.
Accredited Level 3 Child Coaching Diploma Course Length
1 Year.
Awarding Body
Accredited Level 3 Child Coaching Diploma Course Content
Unit 1: Beginnings
This introductory unit provides an overview of child coaching, its applications, and contexts. It includes an exploration of children’s psychological development up to age 18, along with relevant aspects of physical development.
Unit 2: How Children Learn and Respond
Effective communication with children requires understanding how they learn and interpret what they perceive in the world. This unit examines these learning processes, helping students design programmes that use appropriate communication models and techniques.
Unit 3: Communication and Specialist Coaching Skills
This unit covers key communication skills, such as active listening and congruence. It also explores how children respond in various situations and discusses specialised coaching skills necessary when working with children.
Unit 4: Special Considerations
Focused on the ethical aspects of child coaching, this unit addresses issues like consent, criminal records documentation, and codes of conduct for working with vulnerable groups. It also highlights the responsibilities of the coach and ways to build and maintain a successful relationship with children.
Unit 5: Changes
This unit examines the reasons why children might seek coaching, such as social challenges, academic goals, or family circumstances like divorce or bereavement. These topics are explored in depth to help students understand the complexities involved.
Unit 6: Consolidation and Processes
The final unit integrates all aspects of the coaching process, from assessment to programme closure. Sample documents and templates for communication models are provided to support practical application.
Progression
This Accredited Level 3 Child Coaching Diploma can be used to gain entry to a Level 4 Diploma or higher.
