ASQ Level 2

The ASQ Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Golf will provide individuals with the knowledge and competence to lead the planning and delivery of coaching sessions to improving golfers. This qualification is available to individuals with an interest in golf coaching, (who meet the course entry requirements listed below), who wish to further develop their coaching knowledge and skills in the golfing arena.

 

Prior to attending a Level 2 course all candidates will receive a course pack that includes all the resources required to complete the qualification. From receiving this resource pack, which includes a Home Study Workbook, Technical, Tactical and Physical Manual and Coaching Log resources, the Level 2 course takes around 25 weeks to complete. During this time candidates will be expected to read through the manuals provided in preparation for four days of practical course (delivered as two, two-day sessions).

 

Two days of practical assessment will follow that will involve assessment of individual coaching sessions, explanation and demonstration of various golf shots as well as a 45 minute multiple choice questionnaire. Candidates are also assessed through the submission of a coaching log book that records and reviews six individual coaching sessions, of which four are linked together to show progression and development. At all stages of the course candidates will be given best practice guidance.

 

Course entry requirements:
Prior to registration for the ASQ Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Golf, the candidate must have:

 

• obtained an ASQ Level 1 Certificate in Golf Coaching
• a commitment to attend all of the specified course dates
• Be at least 16 years of age

• It is also strongly recommended that candidates have completed a minimum of 30 hours logged coaching experience since the completion of the Level 1 certificate in order to have obtained the necessary coaching experience – although this is not an absolute requirement

 

Throughout the delivery and assessment of this qualification, candidates will be required to consistently demonstrate and apply the correct technical models for the full range of applicable shots. This means that although candidates will not be required to have any specific handicap, they will need to be able to demonstrate an appropriate level of playing ability.

 

It should be noted by all candidates that on successful completion of the ASQ Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Golf they may be required to undertake relevant Child Protection training prior to their deployment as a golf coach. They may also be required to undergo a Criminal Records Check. This check and the child protection training will be a requirement for coaches seeking to obtain a Level 1 Golf Coach Licence through the PGA.

 

NB. The PGA is currently clarifying the demand for Level 2 coaches with the governing bodies of golf. This work requires the development of detailed workforce plans that are taking time to complete effectively. Once this work is complete the PGA will be able to plan and deliver a full programme of Level 2 courses that meet the needs of the game in the UK. This information will be available in due course.
 

 

For full details and an application form, please contact:

 

Gareth Lewis

Manager of Coach Education & The PGA in Wales

 

Telephone: 07976 383298

email: gareth.lewis@pga.org.uk