Coaching Ireland aims to…

• Ensure performers and participants receive the best quality coaching throughout their involvement in sport.
• Lead the development of coaching in Ireland through the implementation of coach education and support programmes (CDPI).
• Deliver services to NGBs and coaches.Develop, implement, and manage coach certification, accreditation, continuing professional development and licensing systems with the relevant partners.
• Establish agreements with key partners to develop coaching (NGBs, agencies, LSPs and others).
• Ensure there are sufficient tutors of appropriate quality and skill to educate coaches.
• Quality assure the coaching system internally and appoint external bodies as required.
• Manage information on coaching and a coaches database for Ireland.
• Implement a research and information programme.
• Manage and monitor the implementation of the strategy.
• Raise the status and profile of coaching in Ireland.
• Develop an implementation plan.
• Develop and introduce coach recognition awards.

For more information on coaching Ireland visit www.coachingireland.com