Certification and Development Pathway

Pathway To Become A Coach

How the pathway works?
The Singapore Coach Excellence (SG-Coach) Programme is an enhanced training and development pathway for all coaches in the community, clubs or high-performance sport programmes. The aim is to establish a training and development system to develop high quality and professional coaches. Coaches trained in this programme will gain multi-dimensional skills in the area of sports science, coaching, life skills, evidence-based practices and will be able to promote social values and principles. The SG-Coach Programme replaces the National Coaching Accreditation Programme (NCAP) since 27 March 2015. As all existing NCAP certificates remain valid, obtaining accreditation from NCAP to SG-Coach is NOT required. Coaches will now be able to enrol in required certification courses based on course availability and their interests rather than a prescribed, sequential order.

SG-Coach Programme

What is SG-Coach Programme? 
The Singapore Coach Excellence (SG-Coach) Programme is an enhanced training and development pathway for all coaches in the community, clubs or high performance sport programmes. The aim is to establish a training and development system to develop high quality and professional coaches. Coaches trained in this programme will gain multi-dimensional skills in the area of sports science, coaching, life skills, evidence-based practices and will be able to promote social values and principles. For more information please visit: https://coachsg.sportsingapore.gov.sg/sgcoachprogramme

1. Community SG-Coach

Parents-My First Coach
Who is my 1st coach?

Every child’s first encounter with physical literacy, key movement milestones, health and fitness, are almost always learnt from role-modelling or guidance by the child’s own parents.

Parents’ positive examples and abilities to provide teachable moments at home during these formative years, set the foundation for the inculcation of important character and values, life skills, habits and essential problem-solving skills.

Parents also provide the platforms for every child to discover the joy of learning, acquiring crucial fundamental movement skills and leading an active, healthy lifestyle.

Thus, parents are indeed every child’s First Coaches!

For more information please visit: https://coachsg.sportsingapore.gov.sg/my-1st-coach-programme

Volunteer Coaches / Volunteers-Community SG-Coach
What’s the objective of this programme?

Volunteers and Aspiring Coaches play a vital role in many coaching programmes, particularly those involved with children and special populations. Unfortunately, most volunteers and aspiring coaches may not have received formal training to prepare them adequately for the coaching role.

The SG-Coach Community Coaching Programme has been developed with the main objective of helping volunteer coaches or aspiring coaches who are currently assisting a NROC coach, to learn the basic skills of coaching.

For more information please visit: https://coachsg.sportsingapore.gov.sg/sg-coach-community-coach-programme

2. Foundational SG-Coach

Become A Coach
Become A Senior Coach

3. Master Coach

Become A Master Coach

    *Key Notes:

    I . Not Yet Competent (NYC)

    Participants whose assessments are deemed as being “NYC” must demonstrate the acquisition and application of the necessary competencies with SCF during the 30 -hour post course attachment.

    II. Accreditation – Foreign Level 1 Coaching Certification (Cycling)

    For coaches with a foreign Level 1 Coaching certification in cycling, you may wish to consider applying for accreditation and to secure a local certification. You will be required to submit your coaching certification(s), details of the topics/modules covered in the course you had attended and complete the list of assessments for SCF Level 1 accreditation and certification. You will also be required to attend the Values and Principles, Sport Development Systems modules, and any other modules deemed necessary by SCF and /or Sport Singapore.

    III. Post Course Assignments/Appointments

    On your successful completion of the course, you can start coaching individual or groups and can be appointed to deliver and certify the Singapore Cycle Safe Level 1&2 programme either through SCF or an accredited training partner.Coaches will be required to possess a valid standard first aid and automated external defibrillation (AED) certification along with adequate legal liability insurance coverage.

    From time to time, you may be invited to share your knowledge and experience at sharing platforms, coaching workshops, seminars or provide coaching tips at cycling events.

    UCI Coach Level 1 Coaching Course**

    Overview

    The UCI level 1 coaching course is the entry qualification for coaches and focuses on the foundations of coaching.The knowledge that is gained on this course is fundamental to ensuring coaching is appropriate for the riders and for each cycling discipline. Coaches will learn the fundamentals of technique that is consistent in all cycling activities and how to deliver effective coached sessions.

    Topics Covered

    • Coaching Principles & Safety
    • Delivery Coaching Sessions
    • Coaching Specific Groups
    • Basic Nutrition
    • Discipline : Introduction to Sport of Cycling
    • Anatomy / Physiology & Biomechanics
    • Basic Components of Fitness
    • Calendar Planning – Short Term, LTAD
    • Basic Equipment & Position
    • Rights & Rider Hygiene. Code of Conduct

    Assessments

    • Plan, communicate and deliver a safe and effective session. Show understanding of correct technique
    • Plan athlete calendar for a specified period. Recognize the different training and racing periods
    • Multiple choice test
    • Wada Play True test

    ** All information provided in UCI Level 1, 2, and 3 Courses are correct as at 2017. Singapore Cycling Federation is not responsible for the accuracy of the information shown, and is not liable for any claims or losses resulting from it. It is recommended that you approach UCI for the latest information on their courses.

    UCI Coach Level 2 Coaching Course**

    Overview

    The UCI level 2 coaching course is the next stage in a coach’s development. Moving on from the fundamentals learnt at Level 1, this course focuses on the components required to assist a rider when training for more advanced performance. Coaches will be equipped with the skills and knowledge required to progress riders in up to two disciplines.

    Topics Covered

    • Coaching Principles & Safety (revisit)
    • Delivery Coaching Sessions (revisit)
    • Coaching Specific Groups 2
    • Basic Nutrition 2
    • Discipline Specific
    • Anatomy / Physiology & Biomechanics 2
    • Principles of Conditioning
    • Prescribing Training
    • Planning
    • Monitoring & Performance
    • Coach & Athlete
    • Event Demands & Benchmarking
    • Basic Bike-Fit
    • Introduction to Training with Power

    Assessments

    • Plan, communicate and deliver a safe and effective session. Show understanding of Advanced technique
    • Plan athlete calendar for a specified period. Recognize the different training and racing periods
    • Written exam
    • Wada Play True test

    ** All information provided in UCI Level 1, 2, and 3 Courses are correct as at 2017. Singapore Cycling Federation is not responsible for the accuracy of the information shown, and is not liable for any claims or losses resulting from it. It is recommended that you approach UCI for the latest information on their courses.

    UCI Coach Level 3 Diploma Course**

    Overview

    The Level 3 (Diploma) is the highest qualification offered and is aimed at experienced coaches who will be working either with their National Team or with National level riders.

    The exposure to athletes and the knowledge gained from both qualifications will allow each coach to develop in multiple roles from working with talent identification, developing young riders through to elite level cyclists looking to compete at a world level.

    Course Pre-requisites

    • UCI Level 1 and 2 or equivalent
    • Diploma in Sports & Exercise

    Topics Covered

    • Philosophy & Discipline Research
    • Session Planning
    • Coaching Groups & Talent ID
    • Nutrition & Supplements
    • Bike Fit & Position (Theory & Practical)
    • Discipline Theory: Specific Demands & Coaching Practice
    • Principles of Conditioning
    • Prescribing Training
    • Planning & Tapering
    • Coach & Athlete (Foundation Stones)
    • Monitoring & Performance
    • Analysis of Event & Benchmarking (Disciplines)
    • Strength & Conditioning (Classroom & Gym)
    • Training with Power
    • Environments & Travelling
    • Self-Reflection

    Assessments

    • Plan, communicate and deliver a safe and effective session. Show understanding of Advanced technique
    • Written test
    • Season Planning – plan athlete calendar for a specified period. Recognize the different training and racing periods
    • Reflective workbook
    • Planning Sessions and Test
    • Bike Fitting (Practical)
    • Wada Coach True Certificate

    ** All information provided in UCI Level 1, 2, and 3 Courses are correct as at 2017. Singapore Cycling Federation is not responsible for the accuracy of the information shown, and is not liable for any claims or losses resulting from it. It is recommended that you approach UCI for the latest information on their courses.

    What is UCI Coaching Diploma

    The UCI Coaching Diploma is the highest Cycling Coaching qualification available and requires the coach to Display excellent Coaching Skills.

    It is only awarded by the UCI (Union Cycliste Internationale) after an intensive course at the World Cycling Centre in Aigle, Switzerland.

    The coaches in Singapore that have been awarded this Diploma are:

    • Latiff Ramlan Abdul
    • Kenneth Wee
    • Daniel Loy Wen Jun
    • Adrian Ng Boon Kiong
    • Abdul Rahman Ibrahim
    • Muhammad Hairul Nazwa Bin Dol (Level 3 – BMX)
    • Syed Mohamed Shariff Bin Syed Abdul Rahman Aljunied (Level 1 – MTB)