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RDA Brigadoon coaches are qualified under the National Coaching Accreditation Scheme, which is administered by the National & State Associations. Our coaches have skills in horsemastership, safety, medical knowledge, first aid, teaching, selection and training of horses. Many are also highly qualified and experienced in other professions including special education, physiotherapy and other para-medical fields.
Our centre is desperately short of trained accredited coaches and we are currently seeking to increase the number of accredited coaches at our centre as this directly affects the number of clients we can offer sessions to.
Volunteers interested in training as an RDA coach progress through the following stages:
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Orientation to Coaching (OTC) Training
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Accredited OTC (coach sessions under supervision of Level 1 Coach)
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Level 1 Coach Training
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Accredited Level 1 Coach (coach sessions with no supervision)
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Level 2 Coach Training Accredited Level 2 Coach
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Frequently Asked Questions
What will I be assessed on?
Trainee coaches will be assessed against the performance criteria (or learning outcomes) outlined in a Workbook that guides their training. These criteria are very clear and specific. Where possible these standards have been linked with other relevant industry standards, (eg Pony Club, EFA and the Horse Industry Code of Practice). If trainees are unsure of the standard required, they should clarify this with their Coach Educator or an Assessor prior to their assessment.
How will I train & be assessed?
In undertaking your training, you will work your way through a Workbook, under the guidance of a Coach Educator. The workbook contains both practical and written activities that will allow you to test and demonstrate your competence against the various performance criteria/learning outcomes. As you complete these learning activities you will need to have them observed or "signed off by" your Coach Educator. An RDAA Assessor will also need to observe your performance on some key assessment activities and "sign off:" on these. This may be done progressively as you complete the activities, or you may choose to have an Assessor spend a period of time with you to assess all of these assessment activities at once.
Who will train me?
In the new system, you will take more responsibility for your learning, but you will also have a workbook to guide you. When you apply to do your training, you will also need to nominate a Coach Educator who will be responsible for monitoring your training. As you work through the workbook you can work with any number of Coach Educators to cover the content of the qualification. They will need to sign off your Work book when they are comfortable that you are competent on the learning activities You may choose to work with a number of Coach Educators throughout your training so you are exposed to a range of expertise and coaching styles.
How do I become a Coach Educator?
Any Level 1 or 2 coach can be a Coach Educator for coaches training at their level or below. However, as there have been some changes in content in the new qualifications, coaches trained under the old system are encouraged to work through the new materials, paying particular attention to new content that is outlined in conversion tables available from your state office. Whilst it is not necessary to submit evidence of completing these, coaches are encouraged to seek assistance from their state coaching personnel if they need assistance to complete the activities.
Who can assess me?
Under the new coach education system, Assessors will need to be a qualified coach, have undertaken training in the assessment process and been assessed on their assessment skills. OTC and Level 1 trainees can be assessed by any Level 1 or 2 coach who has qualified as an RDAA Assessor. Level 2 coaches can be assessed by any Level 2 coach who has qualified as an RDAA Assessor. Level 1 or 2 coaches who hold a Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment can easily become an RDAA Assessor once they have become familiar with assessment processes in the RDAA context. For information on having your Certificate IV qualifications recognised and becoming an RDAA Assessor please contact your State Association.
How will the new system be introduced?
As with all new systems, there are likely to be some teething problems. Your feedback will help to build better courses, so please ensure you give your comments to your state coaching co-ordinator, who can feed this information back to RDAA. Assessors are currently being trained (via the new assessor training module), to assess trainees for their qualifications. National Examiners (under the old system) will be required to meet the new standards for Assessors before they can assess trainees under the new system. The experience National Examiners have developed through conducting assessment will speed their training as RDAA Assessors.
How do I start training?
Prior to commencing your training, you should contact the Coaching Co-ordinator in your state RDA to register as a Trainee Coach. They will be able to provide you with information regarding pre-requisites for training, the application process and learning resources. You must also ensure that the management committee at your centre has endorsed your training.
Where can I find out more information?
Many unique questions regarding training and assessment are likely to arise that can not all be dealt with through this brochure. If you have any queries about the new coach education system, please contact your state coaching co-ordinator in the first instance. They should be able to answer your query, or if not, they will seek further information from RDAA or the National Coaching and Safety Committee.
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Orientation to Coaching (OTC)
Certification is Nationally recognised by the Australian Sports Commission. You can commence training to become an 'OTC Coach' at the age of 15, this gives younger volunteers and interested individuals an opportunity to work towards a goal that will not only develop their abilities and skills but provide a valuable basis for entering the workforce. More
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Level 1 Coach
RDA level 1 Certification is Nationally recognised by the Australian Institute of Sport. You can commence training to become a level 1 coach at the age of 16. More
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