Sports Coaching Practitioner: Developing People and Programmes SCQF 7: Professional Development Awards (PDAs) extend or broaden professional or vocational skills and are linked to National Occupational Standards. The PDA in Sports Coaching Practitioner: Developing People and Practice at SCQF level 7 supports the development of sports coaches who are evolving their practice, it encourages curiosity and the idea that coaching effectiveness is not simply about developing coaching knowledge but also having a greater level of self-awareness while understanding the participant.
This qualification is linked to the Effective Coaching Map and consists of two units:
Sports Coaching Practitioner: Developing Practice
Sports Coaching Practitioner: Developing People
This qualification is available through sports/national governing bodies (SGB/NGB).