Programme Overview

Duration: 13 Months | Workshops: 6 | Coaching Sessions: 8 | Flexible Start Dates

This apprenticeship equips coaches with the skills and knowledge to plan, deliver and review progressive coaching programmes. Designed for those working with children, young people, or adults across school and community settings, the programme builds professional competence, reflective practice and ethical coaching.

  • Nationally recognised Level 4 qualification
  • Blended learning: face-to-face & remote workshops
  • Personalised 1:1 coaching sessions
  • Supports off-the-job training (6 hours per week)

Induction & Coaching 1

Programme onboarding, goal setting

Workshop 1

The Role of a Sports Coach

  •  Coaching philosophy & ethics
  • Legal responsibilities & safeguarding
  • Reflective practice foundations

Coaching 2

Coaching behaviours & observation goals

Workshop 2

Planning & Delivering Coaching Sessions

  • Session planning techniques
  • Progressive development planning
  • Inclusive coaching practice

Coaching 3

Review of session delivery and adaptation

Workshop 3

Measuring Coaching Impact

  • Assessment and feedback strategies
  • Using data to inform practice
  • Aligning goals with participant needs

Coaching 4

Evidence gathering and impact review

Workshop 4

Working with Others

  • Collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders
  • Communication strategies
  • Leadership within coaching environments

Coaching 5

Mid-programme reflection & progress review

Workshop 5

Duty of Care & Safe Practice

  • Health & safety in sport
  • Creating safe and inclusive environments
  • Safeguarding in action

Workshop 6

Preparing for EPA & Career Progression

  • Reviewing your portfolio
  • Mock professional discussion
  • Next steps in coaching career

Coaching 6–8

Final preparation, mock EPA & reflection

Final Step

End-Point Assessment (EPA)

Key Outcomes

  • Confident, qualified Level 4 Sports Coach
  • Real-world coaching skills in planning, delivery & evaluation
  • Strong foundation for career growth in education, sport, and leadership
  • Progression routes into PE specialist, mentor, or performance coach roles