Level 1 UKCC Certificate in Coaching Badminton (Assistant Coach)                  

Assist more qualified coaches delivering aspects of coaching sessions, normally under direct supervision.

The Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Badminton is the first step on the new BADMINTONscotland Coaching Pathway and will be a formal educational qualification through the Scottish Qualifications Authority. The qualification focuses on both the art and the science of coaching, introducing new coaches to the ìHow toî skills of coaching as well as helping them to break down and coach the technical and tactical elements of the game. It will qualify the assistant coach to work alongside a more qualified coach, working with players in their early stages of development.

Who is it designed for?

The Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Badminton (assistant coach) is suitable for those who are new to coaching, but who have some knowledge of the game and would like to learn how to apply that in a coaching environment. Assistant coaches should be committed to their own development and should be looking to gain experience whilst working with a coach who is already qualified at Level 2 or higher.

What are the requirements to go on the course?

Candidates are required to:

    * be at least 16 years of age on the first day of the course
    * have some experience of playing the game and can participate in a short rally, 
    * can demonstrate knowledge and understanding of what is required when playing the game and the 
     technicalities required when participating in a short rally


Information for Course Organisers
(please note Candidates should not use the forms below, but should contact the organiser whose details will be listed next to the course details in the course calendar).

For further information on running a UKCC Level 1 Certificate in Badminton Coaching please contact the office on 0141 445 1218 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . You can download a course application form from here and guidelines for course facilities and candidates here.

Candidate Information
For further information or to book a place on a course please visit the BADMINTONscotland website www.badmintonscotland.org.uk for contact details of local course organisers of courses running near you.

Please note: If a candidate gives less than 2 weeks notice or attends part of a course they will not be eligible for any refund. An administrative fee may be charged to candidates who pull out giving more than 2 weeks notice. Candidates re-sitting assessments or completing the award on another course will be subject to a charge.

Resources for candidates on UKCC level 1
Activity Plan 6.2