One of the things we are keen to do at NBCC is to make people aware that there are more ways to play cricket that to play the game. Coaching, Scoring, Working on the Ground, Volunteering are all options available to everyone.
If you think you may be interested in Coaching then the ECB have some excellent courses, starting with the basics and working through a pathway to an advanced level. This allows you to learn at your own pace, at a time that is convenient to you (with the online courses) and to take away any concerns you may have about how daunting anything new can sometimes appear.
ECB Support Coach
ECB Support Coach is a new coach development programme consisting of e-learning and face-to-face modules that will help you take your first steps into coaching cricket.
Programme outcomes
This programme has been designed to give learners the knowledge, skills and confidence to support qualified coaches.
An ECB Support Coach is not qualified to lead coaching sessions independently and therefore must be supervised by a qualified cricket coach.
Content
- Supporting coaches and players
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- Communicating with coaches and players
- Supporting fielding, bowling and batting
- Safety
- Differentiation
Who is it for?
Anyone aged 16 and over wishing to support qualified coaches, inspire players and make a difference to the game.
Click here for more information on choosing the right programme for you.
Commitment
- £40.00
- One face-to-face module lasting three hours
- Two bitesize e-learning modules lasting 10-15 minutes each
- Multiple choice question assessment.
Pre-requisites for certification
- 16 years old
- Valid safeguarding training e.g. Safeguarding Young Cricketers
- Valid ECB DBS.
Further learning opportunities
When qualified:
- Full membership of the ECB Coaches Association
- ECB Foundation I Coach or ECB Core Coach.
How to apply
Contact your county for more information on their upcoming dates.
https://www.ecb.co.uk/county-cricket-boards
ECB Foundation I Coach
Coaching is an enormously rewarding, challenging and crucial role in cricket. ECB Foundation I Coach is a blend of e-learning and face-to-face modules led by ECB Coach Developers will explore what coaching looks like, the impact you can have as an ECB Foundation I Coach, the skills you can help players to develop and how you can learn from your experiences. By committing yourself to this programme and becoming a qualified coach you will become an important part of the ECB’s coaching family that works together to help players improve, have fun, be safe and learn at every stage of their development.
Programme outcomes
This programme has been designed to give learners the knowledge, skills and confidence to coach cricket sessions that are purposeful, active, safe and enjoyable.
An ECB Foundation I Coach will be qualified to lead coaching sessions independently and without supervision.
Content
- Role of an ECB Foundation I Coach
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- What does coaching look like?
- Coaching fielding, bowling and batting
- Foundation principles – fielding, bowling and batting
- The coaching tools
- Differentiation
Who is it for?
Anyone aged 17 and over wishing to become qualified to coach cricket, inspire players and make a difference to the game.
Click here for more information on choosing the right programme for you.
Commitment
- £150.00
- Four face-to-face modules lasting three hours each, including three observed coaching opportunities
- Seven bitesize e-learning modules lasting 10-15 minutes each
- Multiple choice question assessment.
Pre-requisites for certification
- 18 years of age
- Valid safeguarding training e.g. Safeguarding Young Cricketers
- Valid ECB Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Further learning opportunities
When qualified:
- Full membership of the ECB Coaches Association
- ECB Core Coach.
How to apply
Contact your county for more information on their upcoming dates.
https://www.ecb.co.uk/county-cricket-boards
ECB Core Coach
The ECB Core Coach programme is an entry level qualification for coaching cricket in England and Wales alongside ECB Foundation I Coach. The programme is a blend of e-learning and face-to-face modules led by ECB Coach Developers will explore the player-centred planning process, player development, the skills you can help players to develop and how you can learn from your experiences. By committing yourself to this programme and becoming a qualified coach you will become an important part of the ECB’s coaching family that works together to help players improve, have fun, be safe and learn at every stage of their development.
Programme outcomes
This programme has been designed to give learners the knowledge, skills and confidence to lead player-centred coaching sessions.
An ECB Core Coach will be qualified to lead coaching sessions independently and without supervision.
Content
- Role of an ECB Core Coach
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- Player-centred planning process
- Player development
- Core principles – batting, bowling (pace and spin), fielding and wicketkeeping
- Tactical knowledge, physical fundamentals and mental skills
- The coaching tools
- The continuum of practice
- Safety
- Differentiation
Who is it for?
Anyone aged 17 and over wishing to become qualified to coach cricket, inspire and develop players and make a difference to the game.
Experience of playing or coaching cricket is desirable but not essential when applying for this programme.
Click here for more information on choosing the right programme for you.
Commitment
- £300.00
- Eight face-to-face modules lasting three hours each, including two observed coaching opportunities
- Six bitesize e-learning modules lasting 15-20 minutes each
- Multiple choice question assessment
- Short answer question assessment
Pre-requisites for certification
- 18 years of age
- Valid safeguarding training e.g. Safeguarding Young Cricketers
- Valid ECB DBS.
How to apply
Contact your county for more information on their upcoming dates.
https://www.ecb.co.uk/county-cricket-boards
ECB Advanced Coach
Players need coaches with expertise, support and passion at every stage of their development. At all levels of the game coaches can make a difference to a player’s experience and help them enhance their performance. In 2020, the programme will have a greater online and virtual presence allowing coaches more flexibility in their learning journey. The challenge for all coaches is to learn as they develop, just as players do. Therefore, we have developed a programme that will help you challenge your current coaching practice and further your knowledge and understanding in a variety of areas.
Programme outcomes
This programme has been designed to build on your experiences and give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to help players improve their game as well as developing a wide area of expertise when coaching individuals, units and teams.
Content
This course will comprise of the following content:
- Role of an ECB Advanced Coach
- Coaching beliefs
- Coach behaviour and self-awareness
- Planning
- Observing players
- Skill development
- Psychology
- Sports movement for cricket performance
- Talent development
- Batting
- Pace bowling
- Spin bowling
- Fielding
- Wicketkeeping
- Coaching teams
Who is it for?
For coaches working with players and teams all across playing environments that hold an ECB level 2 qualification or equivalent.
Commitment
- Attendance at a virtual selection event
- 8 e-learning modules using online and virtual approaches
- 5 face-to-days modules over four days
- 6 applied coaching activities completed in own coaching environment
For more information click here
Pre-requisites for certification
- Safeguarding certificate
- ECB Disclosure and Barring Service check