Transferring Assessor and Provider Statuses
As a provider or assessor of awards in the old scheme, you may be required to do some additional training or orientation to familiarise yourself with the new awards before you are able to provide them. Some awards are vastly different in both content and remit compared to the old scheme awards of the same name, so may require a greater level of qualification in order to provide it. This page aims to help you to understand what you are now eligible to provide and what you need to do in order to do so; and where appropriate we will also explain why you can no longer provide awards of certain title.
I was a Canoe Safety Test ProviderI was a White Water Safety and Rescue ProviderI had A1 assessor statusI had A1* assessor statusI had A2 assessor statusI had A3 assessor statusI had A3* assessor statusI had A4 assessor statusI had A5 assessor statusI was a Canoe Safety Test Provider
The CST has been replaced by the
Foundation Safety and Rescue Training (FSRT) course, which involves basic flatwater safety theory and techniques appropriate to both canoe and kayak (click on the link to find out more and read the FSRT syllabus). It is therefore required that FSRT providers hold at least 3 star in both canoe and kayak.
Prior to the end of 2009, it was possible for CST providers who met this requirement to register to provide the FSRT without further training; however, the process of becoming an FSRT provider is now the same for all coaches who meet the pre-requisites (a minimum of old scheme BCU Level 3 coach with alternative 3 star; or a BCU UKCC Level 2 who has been qualified for at least 3 years). To find out more about becoming an FSRT provider,
click here.
I was a White Water Safety & Rescue Provider
There are now two levels of white water safety and rescue training provided by the BCU; basic and advanced. Prior to the end of 2009, it was possible for active old scheme WWS&R providers to go through a one day orientation course in order to provide the new basic
BCU White Water Safety and Rescue course. Only those providers who demonstrated the required standard of knowledge and delivery ability would leave the day able to provide; others were given action plans. It is now required that all coaches wishing to provide the new WWS&R follow
the process described here.
If you are a Level 5 coach and WWS&R provider and are interested in providing the new Advanced White Water Safety and Rescue, please
click here to find out how.
I had A1 assessor status
An A1 assessor could assist old the old Level 1 coach training and assessment courses for the discipline in which the assessor stator was held. The new Level 1 training and assessment course is not discipline specific and as such, providers must be experienced in both single-bladed and double-bladed craft. The process to become a tutor for the new Level 1 and Level 2 coaching courses is explained on
this page.
Depending on the level of coaching award you hold, you can register to provide the Paddlepower awards and the new 1, 2 and 3 star awards. Just complete this
star award assessor registration form and return to the
Canoe Wales office with any evidence of awards / first aid as required.
I had A1* assessor status
An A1* assessor could assist old the old Level 1 coach training and assessment courses for the discipline in which the assessor stator was held. The new Level 1 training and assessment course is not discipline specific and as such, providers must be experienced in both single-bladed and double-bladed craft. The process to become a tutor for the new Level 1 and Level 2 coaching courses is explained on
this page.
You can register to provide the Paddlepower awards and the new 1, 2 and 3 star awards (the new 2 star award requires competency in both canoe and kayak). Just complete this
star award assessor registration form and return to the
Canoe Wales office with any evidence of awards / first aid as required.
An A1* assessor could also provide the old 4 star award for the discipline concerned. The old 4 star was a personal performance only award, held on grade 2 white water or a similar level of moderate conditions for sea and surf and could be assessed on one day by one assessor. The new 4 Star Leader award involves a compulsory two-day training course and a two-day assessment, which requires two assessors. This is because the award qualifies paddlers to lead groups in moderate water conditions and as such, it is vital that high standards are maintained. The old 4 star bares more in common with the new 3 star award than the 4 Star Leader award, and as a BCU Level 3 coach or higher, you are able to assess the new 3 star, just by completing the Star Award Assessor Registration Form. If you hold a 5 star in the relevant discipline, you can apply for a logbook to become a new 4 Star Leader provider –
click here for more information.
I had A2 assessor status
An A2 assessor could act as Course Director on old BCU Level 1 Coach Training or Assessment courses and assist on old BCU Level 2 Coach Training or Assessment within that discipline. The new BCU UKCC Level 1 and BCU UKCC Level 2 training and assessment courses are not discipline specific and as such, providers must be experienced in both single-bladed and double-bladed craft. The process to become a tutor for the new BCU UKCC Level 1 and BCU UKCC Level 2 coaching courses is explained on
this page.
You can register to provide the Paddlepower awards and the new 1, 2 and 3 star awards (the new 2 star award requires competency in both canoe and kayak). Just complete this
star award assessor registration form and return to the
Canoe Wales office with any evidence of awards / first aid as required.
An A2 assessor could also provide the old 4 star award for the discipline concerned. The old 4 star was a personal performance only award, held on grade 2 white water or a similar level of moderate conditions for sea and surf and could be assessed on one day by one assessor. The new 4 Star Leader award involves a compulsory two-day training course and a two-day assessment, which requires two assessors. This is because the award qualifies paddlers to lead groups in moderate water conditions and as such, it is vital that high standards are maintained. The old 4 star bares more in common with the new 3 star award than the 4 Star Leader award, and as a BCU Level 3 coach or higher, you are able to assess the new 3 star, just by completing the Star Award Assessor Registration Form. If you hold a 5 star in the relevant discipline, you can apply for a logbook to become a new 4 Star Leader provider –
click here for more information.
I had A3 assessor status
An A3 assessor could act as Course Director on old BCU Level 1 and old BCU Level 2 Coach Training or Assessment courses and assist on old BCU Level 3 Coach Training or Assessment within that discipline. The new BCU UKCC Level 1 and BCU UKCC Level 2 training and assessment courses are not discipline specific and as such, providers must be experienced in both single-bladed and double-bladed craft. The process to become a tutor for the new BCU UKCC Level 1 and BCU UKCC Level 2 coaching courses is explained on
this page.
Old BCU Level 2 assessments are available until 31st October 2010 and BCU Level 3 assessments are available until 31st December 2010, so you may continue to run / assist on them, although demand may be low.
You can register to provide the Paddlepower awards and the new 1, 2 and 3 star awards (the new 2 star award requires competency in both canoe and kayak). Just complete this
star award assessor registration form and return to the
Canoe Wales office with any evidence of awards / first aid as required.
An A3 assessor could also provide the old 4 star award for the discipline concerned. The old 4 star was a personal performance only award, held on grade 2 white water or a similar level of moderate conditions for sea and surf and could be assessed on one day by one assessor. The new 4 Star Leader award involves a compulsory two-day training course and a two-day assessment, which requires two assessors. This is because the award qualifies paddlers to lead groups in moderate water conditions and as such, it is vital that high standards are maintained. The old 4 star bares more in common with the new 3 star award than the 4 Star Leader award, and as a BCU Level 3 coach or higher, you are able to assess the new 3 star, just by completing the Star Award Assessor Registration Form. If you hold a 5 star in the relevant discipline, you can apply for a logbook to become a new 4 Star Leader provider –
click here for more information.
I had A3* assessor status
An A3* assessor could act as Course Director on old BCU Level 1, old BCU Level 2 and old BCU Level 3 Coach Training or Assessment courses within that discipline. The new BCU UKCC Level 1 and BCU UKCC Level 2 training and assessment courses are not discipline specific and as such, providers must be experienced in both single-bladed and double-bladed craft. The process to become a tutor for the new BCU UKCC Level 1 and BCU UKCC Level 2 coaching courses is explained on
this page.
Old BCU Level 2 assessments are available until 31st October 2010 and BCU Level 3 assessments are available until 31st December 2010, so you may continue to run them, although demand may be low.
You can register to provide the Paddlepower awards and the new 1, 2 and 3 star awards (the new 2 star award requires competency in both canoe and kayak). Just complete this
star award assessor registration form and return to the
Canoe Wales office with any evidence of awards / first aid as required.
An A3* assessor could also provide the old 4 star award for the discipline concerned. The old 4 star was a personal performance only award, held on grade 2 white water or a similar level of moderate conditions for sea and surf and could be assessed on one day by one assessor. The new 4 Star Leader award involves a compulsory two-day training course and a two-day assessment, which requires two assessors. This is because the award qualifies paddlers to lead groups in moderate water conditions and as such, it is vital that high standards are maintained. The old 4 star bares more in common with the new 3 star award than the 4 Star Leader award, and as a BCU Level 3 coach or higher, you are able to assess the new 3 star, just by completing the Star Award Assessor Registration Form. If you hold a 5 star in the relevant discipline, you can apply for a logbook to become a new 4 Star Leader provider –
click here for more information.
I had A4 assessor status
An A4 assessor could act as Course Director on old BCU Level 1, old BCU Level 2 and old BCU Level 3 Coach Training or Assessment courses within that discipline. The new BCU UKCC Level 1 and BCU UKCC Level 2 training and assessment courses are not discipline specific and as such, providers must be experienced in both single-bladed and double-bladed craft. The process to become a tutor for the new BCU UKCC Level 1 and BCU UKCC Level 2 coaching courses is explained on
this page.
Old BCU Level 2 assessments are available until 31st October 2010 and BCU Level 3 assessments are available until 31st December 2010, so you may continue to run them, although demand may be low.
The Moderate Water Endorsement training and assessment is a discipline specific award which trains and qualifies BCU UKCC Level 2 coaches with the relevant 4 Star Leader award to coach in moderate water conditions, with a remit similar to that of the old BCU Level 3. As an old A4 who is a BCU UKCC Level 2 tutor or director, you can provide the Moderate Water Endorsement for your discipline without further training; contact us if you require further information on the syllabus. If you are not a BCU UKCC Level 2 tutor or director, you can apply via the APL process to provide this course – you should ensure that you are familiar with the new BCU UKCC Level 2 award, in order to understand how this award fits within the new scheme.
You can register to provide the Paddlepower awards and the new 1, 2 and 3 star awards (the new 2 star award requires competency in both canoe and kayak). Just complete this
star award assessor registration form and return to the
Canoe Wales office with any evidence of awards / first aid as required.
As an old A4 assessor, you are also able to provide the new 4 Star Leader award in that discipline without further training; just complete and return the
star award assessor registration form.
Previously, Level 5 coaches with the relevant A4 assessor status could assist on 5 star training and assessment courses. It is now required that all staff on 5 star assessments are registered 5 star providers, but as a Level 5 you can still assist on 5 star training, where there are between 5 and 8 candidates. If you wish to register to become a 5 star provider,
please see this page.
If you are a Level 4 Sea Kayak coach with A4 in Sea, you can register to provide the
Coastal Navigation and Tidal Planning course with no further training, please
contact us to register.
I had A5 assessor status
An A5 assessor could act as Course Director on old BCU Level 1, old BCU Level 2 and old BCU Level 3 Coach Training or Assessment courses within that discipline. The new BCU UKCC Level 1 and BCU UKCC Level 2 training and assessment courses are not discipline specific and as such, providers must be experienced in both single-bladed and double-bladed craft. As an old A5, you should have been contacted about going through the process to become a tutor or director for the new BCU UKCC Level 1 and BCU UKCC Level 2 coaching courses, but if you require further clarification please see
this page.
In order to provide any of the new star awards (including the new 4 Star Leader and 5 Star Leader awards), just complete this
star award assessor registration form and return to the
Canoe Wales office with any evidence of awards / first aid as required.
If you are a Level 5 Sea Kayak coach with A5 in Sea, you can register to provide the
Coastal Navigation and Tidal Planning (CNTP) and the
Open Water Navigation and Tidal Planning (OWNTP) courses with no further training, please
contact us to register.