CPD For Coaches

CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME FOR COACHES

Tennis Coach Ireland (TCI) works with Tennis Ireland on the coach Continuous Development Programme (CPD). All TCI members are informed of the programme and how it operates, and of ongoing CPD opportunities.

If a coach is not a member of TCI, but wishes to be involved in CPD (usually for Tennis Ireland Licensing purposes; see note below), TCI will keep a record on their behalf of the points gained if the coach informs TCI of the fact that they have accrued points and provides the necessary evidence. Coaches who are not members of TCI are welcome to attend TCI CPD events – charges may apply.

FOR MEMBERS ONLY:

TCI offers to examine and potentially ratify for CPD points events that are self-nominated by a coach (this is a time-consuming process and so is offered as an enhanced service to members only).

TCI CPD Programme 2024

Serve & Return in Group Coaching with Simon Wheatley

Event Details:

Date: Friday 17th May

Time: 9.30am – 1.00pm

Venue: Malahide Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club

Cost: €46.00

Book your place here: https://calendar.boomte.ch/single/oA8nzA8J7bA8bO4M6tO4t

*Coaches who attend will be awarded 20 CPD points from Tennis Coach Ireland.

Event Overview

Well-known and highly-regarded UK coach Simon Wheatley will be in Ireland in mid-May to deliver a coaches Workshop. 

Simon writes:

“Excited to announce I will be delivering my Serve & Return in Group Training Workshop in Ireland this Spring. Join us for this one off workshop”.

Coaches’ Schools Tennis Workshop – Munster

Presenter: Jo-Anne Williamson

Date: May 26th 2024

Time: : 1:30pm – 4:30pm

Venue: This is an in-person event taking place in St Columbas BNS Douglas Cork

BOOK: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/900612916477?aff=oddtdtcreator   

FEE: €10

CPD POINTS: 20

Designed for Tennis Ireland Licensed coaches at all levels, especially those working in schools or aspiring to do so, this event promises an informative experience aimed to enhance your coaching delivery and skills in schools. In each region nationwide, the Development Team has established a panel of coaches to facilitate community, schools, and grassroots tennis programmes. Please note that attendance at this event is essential for both current panel members and those aspiring to join, ensuring alignment with Tennis Ireland’s standards, and fostering continuous growth within the coaching community.

What to Expect:

• Discover best practices for class setup and equipment preparation.
• Share and gain insights on ensuring maximum participation
• A review of the Tennis Ireland schools tennis lesson plans and achievement cards
• Prioritising safety and fun during your classes
• Network with other coaches working in schools’ tennis

Further Information:

Tennis Ireland Schools Tennis Coordinator, Ali Herlihy (e: [email protected], t: 087 7570120 )

Liz Clifford, Munster Tennis Development Officer (e: [email protected], t: 087 758 1214)

NOTE RE TENNIS IRELAND LICENSE:

Coaches need to factor in the importance of CPD points within the Tennis Ireland Licensing Scheme, where to be registered as a ‘Licensed Coach’ in 2023, a coach will need to achieve 100 points under the CPD 2022 scheme (i.e. the scheme works on a ‘previous year’ basis).