Canadian Special Olympics National Coaching Certification Program
Level 1 Technical
The mandate of Canadian Special Olympics is to provide sport training and competition for people with a mental disability. The successful realization of this goal is, in a large part, dependent on the coach. The commitment of a coach which results in weekly programs, is the foundation upon which all else is built.
The Level 1 Canadian Special Olympics Technical Course is designed to assist coaches in preparing and running their programs. The following provides a brief overview of the information that is covered:
Chapter 1: Special Olympics in Canada
Chapter 2: Mental Handicaps
Chapter 3: Coach's Role
Chapter 4: Basic Motor Skills
Chapter 5: Task Analysis
Chapter 6: Fitness and Fitness Testing
Chapter 7: The Gym Session
Chapter 8: Behavior Management
Chapter 9: Program Selection
The intention is to provide information as it pertains to coaching athletes who have a mental disability.
The Canadian Special Olympics National Coaching Certification Programs Technical Level 1 is but one aspect of a full range of coaching development courses offered by the National Coaching Certification Program. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that each coach compliment this course with the National Coaching Certification Program's Theory 1 and Technical level one; which corresponds with the sport each is coaching.
PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND SPECIAL OLYMPICS
All Head Coaches and Assistant Coaches must complete the NCCP CSO Technical course within one year of accepting their position. PEI Special Olympics will fund the NCCP courses under the following guidelines: (must be approved by the Provincial Program Committee)
Selection to a Provincial Event
Selection to a National Event