Frequently asked coaching questions answered
The page is split into questions that cover the following areas:
- Courses, qualifications and licencing
- London Coaches Program
- Other
Courses, qualifications and licencing
How can I qualify as a coach?
We support coaches at all levels of the coaching pathway – whether just starting out or wanting to progress to coach at national and international level.
There are entry-level courses to give you the skills and knowledge you need to start on your coaching career, right through to qualifications for the highest level.
We require all coaches to have a BE membership and go through the DBS process if you will be coming into contact with players aged 18 and under. Find out more on our Courses page ****LINK.
Can I organise my own coaching course?
Yes. To find out more about organising your own coaching courses, click HERE. ****LINK
I have lost the certificate from my course, can I get a replacement?
Email [email protected] with your membership number and course reference number (if known) and a replacement e-certificate can be sent.
I have previously completed a qualification but it is not showing on my profile, how do I get it added?
Send a copy of your certificate to [email protected] and the details can be added to your membership profile.
London Coaches Program
What is the London Coaches Program?
The London Coaches Program is a new partnership funded by the Mayor of London and the National Basketball Association (NBA) and delivered by Basketball England.
It will deliver a three-year program, between 2023 and 2025, to create a managed network of development, training and delivery opportunities for 500 new community coaches aged 16 to 30.
The Program will be free for those selected to take part.
To find out more, click HERE. ****LINK
What does the London Coaches Program involve?
Participants will receive a 12-month education and training program, covering all the elements needed to become a great coach both on and off the basketball court including:
- Basketball England community coach education and qualification
- First aid training
- Safe guarding education
- Mental health and welfare education
- Online access to NBA and BE coach education resources
- In-person clinics and education
- Mentoring support
- Basketball England coach license and insurance
- DBS check
- Basketballs and coaching uniform
For ore information click HERE. ****LINK
Other
Where can I find out more about anti-doping?
To access our anti-doping page, click HERE. ****LINK