Main description:

The International Sport Coaching Framework (Version 1.2) is an adaptable document that provides a common language and set of principles about coaching on which the worldwide sport community can agree. Created by the International Council for Coaching Excellence (ICCE), the Association of Summer Olympic International Federations (ASOIF) and Leeds Metropolitan University (LMU), the Framework represents a significant step toward establishing consensus on the

* primary functions of a coach;

* roles and responsibilities of a coach in athlete development;

* qualifications, knowledge and core competences needed for coaching effectively; and

* methods by which coaches are educated, developed and certified.

The International Sport Coaching Framework incorporates feedback, research and best practices from around the world to provide sport federations, coaching organisations, international federations and educational institutions with considerations for designing, benchmarking and refining their coaching education and certification programmes. The result is a universal platform that facilitates the development of coaches and, ultimately, the enrichment of sport for all.

Contents:

Chapter 1 Coaching Today

Ever-Higher Expectations

An Athlete-Centred Orientation

A Stronger Development Network

Chapter 2 Coaching Framework Foundations

Global Relevance

Practical and Flexible Applications

Chapter 3 Coaching in Context

Sport-Specific Emphasis

Volunteer or Paid Status

Primary Functions

Key Responsibilities

Chapter 4 Coaching Focus

Values

Sport Participation

Athlete Development

Contextual Fit

Chapter 5 Coaching Roles

Role Requirements

Staff Assignments and Synergy

Chapter 6 Coaching Knowledge and Competence

Knowledge Areas

Professional Knowledge

Interpersonal Knowledge

Intrapersonal Knowledge

Competences

Functional Competence

Task-Related Competence

Chapter 7 Coaching Objectives

Developing the Whole Athlete

Teaching Lifelong Lessons

Chapter 8 Coach Development

Long-Term Process

Educational Curriculum

Experiential Learning and Mentorship

Delivery by Coach Developers

Chapter 9 Coach Certification and Recognition

Educational Requirements

Qualifying Standards

Awards and Designations

Chapter 10 Coaching Framework Applications

Create High-Quality Coach Education and Development Programmes

Evaluate and Improve Existing Programmes

Define Areas for Research and Evaluation

Consider and Make Political Decisions

Stimulate Global Exchange

Promote Further Refinement