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Expertise in Coach Development: The Need for Clarity
Christine Nash1, Michael Ashford1,2, Loel Collins1,2
1Applied Coaching Science Research Group, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH8 8AQ, UK.
This paper addresses challenges in coach development, advocating for clearer roles and expertise. It proposes a problem-based approach to enhance coach preparation and professional practice.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Organizational Psychology
- Professional Development
Background:
- Current coach development lacks clarity in roles and objectives for coach developers.
- Many individuals in coach development may not have the necessary expertise to advance the field.
- There is a need to define and recognize expertise in coach development practices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify issues in coach development.
- To present a position on the current status and future of coach development.
- To propose advancements in professional development and preparation for coaches.
Main Methods:
- Position paper outlining identified issues.
- Analysis of the current state of coach development.
- Formulation of recommendations and resolutions.
Main Results:
- Identified a significant lack of clarity at organizational and individual levels in coach development.
- Highlighted the need for a radical organizational reframing of the coaching profession.
- Emphasized that many current coach developers lack requisite knowledge.
Conclusions:
- Coach development requires a clear definition of expertise and its practical application.
- Interactions in coaching and coach development should focus on specific challenges.
- A bespoke, problem-based learning approach is essential for effective coach development.
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