What is the UKCC?

The UK Coaching Certificate is an endorsement of sport specific coach education qualifications that are aligned to an agreed framework. By creating a recognised standard for coach education the UKCC will make it easier to identify a quality coach in any sport at any level and contribute immeasurably to the professionalisation of coaching.

The UKCC will ensure that sports are delivering the best available, athlete centred coaching and in due course reap the rewards of sporting success, both in performance and recreational enjoyment of sport. 

Previously known as the National Coaching Certificate (NCC), Rt Hon Richard Caborn MP, Minister for Sport & Tourism said: 

The official title, UK Coaching Certificate (UKCC), was chosen after consultation with governing bodies of sports in the home countries. Although one agency, sports coach UK, is tasked with development, it has been vital to make the process consultative and inclusive, seeking the input of all stakeholders. The name ‘UK Coaching Certificate’ reinforces the need for organisations in the four countries to work together in the context of their individual sport. It also enables better international positioning of the UK as a nation at the forefront of coaching development.

For more information on the background to the UKCC and the organisations currently involved please view other pages in this section (accessible from the column on the right or by highlighting the About Us menu at the top of this page).