Endorsed Training Directory

Explain the Chief Medical Officer physical activity guidelines for children and young people. Develop an awareness of obesity and overweight in childhood Understand the benefits of sport and physical activity for children. Describe whole child development through different domains, e.g. physical, social, emotional and cognitive. Understand the key physical changes in development from childhood to puberty. Understand the key psychological changes in development from childhood to puberty. Identify motivational strategies to engage children in sport and physical activity Identify the key stages of development in children. Understand effective communication methods and appropriate language when working with children. Identify strategies to manage behaviour when working individually with children and in groups. Understand safeguarding in preparation for working with children. Know how to create a safe environment and identify the risks involved in delivering activities for children. Plan progressive activities developing across all relevant domains – physical, social, emotional and cognitive.