Level 2 Coaching Course is designed for coaches involved at levels of the player pathway which feed into the high-performance levels of cricket. That is, coaches involved in Domestic club, Provincial & District, Schools & Academy structures. The level “2” coaching course aims to develop practical coaching knowledge & skills for the intermediate senior coach.
Application Dates: From 1st till 31st July of each year
Course Dates – April & September of each year (according to demand)
Venue: Super Provincial Centers of Sri Lanka Cricket
Note: Full attendance is necessary to complete Level 2 Course
Cost: 100,000/= for candidates – including meals and course materials
Language: The Course is conducted in both Sinhala & English
Number of Participants: Each course is restricted to 20 candidates only
Technology Use: All stages of the program will involve use of latest technology & being conversant in using laptops, tablets & mobiles will accelerate learning
Eligibility:
Sri Lankan Nationals who are currently accredited Level One Cricket Coach with minimum 3 years as a current practising Level One Coach (Preference will be given to SLC Level “1” accredited coaches)
Those who have represented National in Men’s or Women’s teams with a valid Level “1” accreditation
Valid first aid course certification
Degree or a Diploma in Sport related studies will be an additional advantage
Police Clearance Certificate must be submitted (Not more than six months old)
Condition of health – Should be physically fit and mentally sound
Attendance in SLC conducted Coach Education Programs and having valid “Coaching License” with coach education unit will be an added advantage
Applications will be selected by the Coach Education Unit
SLC employs the following criteria in selecting candidates for the courses:
National Cricketers Men & Women
Coaches involved in 1st Class Cricket
Coaches involved in Provincial & District Structure
Schools Division “1” & “2” Head Coaches
Coaches involved at Emerging/Sara club level
Coaches involved in other school teams & Academies
Successful participants will receive:
Breakfast & Lunch Buffet including Morning & Evening Snacks together with Tea & mineral water
Four sets of coaching attire (SLC Education Unit T-shirt & Track Bottom)
SLC branded cap
Complete stationery pack with an 8GB memory stick
Sri Lanka Cricket Coaching bag with Equipment
Accreditation certificates and Coaching cards will be given for successful participants
Access to all coaching materials in SLC Coach Education App
What involves in the Program?
The course will cover Pre- Course work (Online) –Practical work (with Tutors) – Post Course Work (Self) – Practical Work (for showcasing required skills)
Short listed applicants will be interviewed by SLC Coach Education Unit (Questionnaire/Evaluations – strictly maintained in order to establish transparency & high standard)
Selected candidates will be required to complete an online pre-course assignment covering main subjects before participating for the 5-day workshop
5-day workshop at respective super provincial centre (Colombo/ Kandy/ Dambulla/ Southern)
Attendees need to complete a six-week player development program during a 6-week period, involving a senior player in their coaching system, will be conducted to follow up and applying the learnings from the 5-day workshop
4-day workshop at respective super provincial centre (Colombo/ Kandy/ Dambulla/ Southern)
Successful participants will be awarded SLC level 2 accreditation & will be directed on enhancing coaching knowledge with Coach Education Unit guidance
Accreditation
Each successful candidate who completes the learning process will be accredited by Coach Education Unit – High Performance Centre and Sri Lanka Cricket as a Level 2 Coach.
Candidates will be able to re-do the six-week coaching assessment & present the details during next available level “2” program (which falls within the next six months)
Candidates who are re-doing the six-week coaching assessment within next six months are exempted on making re-payment of course fee (limited to one instance)