Members of British Taekwondo can now take the Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Taekwondo

British Taekwondo is aspiring to become a world-leading National Governing Body over the next ten years. To achieve this aim, we require a top-quality Coach Education Pathway for our coaches, and the Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Taekwondo is a very important step in this process.
This course has been created to help all those leading or responsible for sessions to gain invaluable knowledge and experience. It is designed to meet all Professional Standards required by the Qualification and Curriculum Framework (Department for Education) and also meets the Coaching Standards developed by CIMSPA. This makes it a robust qualification.
Before you sign up, please read the pre-enrolment information.
Benefits of becoming a Level 2 Coach
Becoming a Level 2 Coach with British Taekwondo can help you to realise your full potential as a coach.
Coaching will soon become regulated by way of a nationally approved licencing scheme, led by Sport England, UK Sport and CIMSPA. British Taekwondo believes this will help raise standards within clubs, better placing them to be a high quality provider of activity within its community.
By completing this award, you will be able to:
- Deliver sessions independently within a British Taekwondo club.
- Coach at local and national events without supervision.
- Access British Taekwondo coach membership and indemnity insurances.
- Access the UK Coaching platform for up-to-date eLearning modules.
- Apply to take the next level – British Taekwondo Level 3 Coach Qualification.
The British Taekwondo team will be providing information and support to members to get candidates through the award.
I did the previous version of Level 2. What do I need to do?
Having successfully completed the previous Level 2, you have that qualification for life. What we will provide for you though is some learning opportunities to help you refresh and gain new knowledge.
How long will it take to complete the entire course?

The qualification should take approximately six months to complete, made up of the following activities:
- Six eLearning modules (c. 12 hours).
- Review and implementation of best practice for teaching the combat sport and Poomsae via a Brilliant Basics video, featuring top coaches and athletes.
- Plan, Deliver and Reflect on six linked and progressive sessions with a Mentor signing them off and giving feedback.
- Completion of a portfolio of evidence.
- Producing a 20 minute video showing your coaching in action – five minute warm up, 10 minutes of technical skill development and five minutes of post-session feedback with your students.
UK Coaching eLearning modules
E-learning courses to complete:
- Inspiring Positive Behaviour
- Duty of Care
- Plan, Coach, Reflect
- Inclusive Activity Programme
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Mental Health
How long will this qualification last?
Like other formal qualifications, its yours for life. Additional CPD opportunities will be available to allow you to update your knowledge and understanding of key concepts and coaching methods.
View the British Taekwondo Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Taekwondo prospectus here.
All of the essential information can be found in the Prospectus document and any further questions can be emailed to education@britishtaekwondo.org