Boccia Instructor
Practice-oriented micro-credential for training specialists in adaptive sports. The program includes methodologies for conducting Boccia sessions, the use of assistive equipment, and the fundamentals of organizing a safe inclusive environment and competition officiating.
Program goal
Training of a specialized instructor in the field of adaptive sports who organizes the training process, officiating, and health-recreational activities for the Paralympic sport of Boccia.
Competencies
- Boccia technique and tactics: types of throws, game strategies, selection and preparation of equipment
- Adaptive training methodology: individual and group plans, load dosing, monitoring athlete progress
- Officiating skills: competition rules, measurements, protocol keeping, and basic arbitration procedures
- Assistive technologies: setting up ramps, chutes, and pointers for BC3 class players, interaction with sports assistants
- Fundamentals of functional-sports classification: understanding criteria and specifics of sports classes
- Inclusive communication: correct interaction with athletes, families, and accompanying specialists
Learning outcomes
Creates a safe and accessible training environment and selects assistive equipment according to the individual needs of participants
Plans Boccia sessions and develops exercises for the development of coordination, accuracy, and motor skills
Takes into account the functional characteristics of athletes and is guided by the principles of sports classification
Applies game rules during educational officiating, performs measurements, and completes protocols
Organizes the interaction between the athlete and the assistant, uses accessible forms of communication
Academic disciplines
- Health-recreational physical culture
- Adaptive physical culture
- Boccia teaching methodology
Practical training
Inclusive coaching practice: equipment setup, assisting, and conducting sessions under the guidance of experienced specialists at social partner sites; psychological and pedagogical support for participants.
Expert-officiating practice: study of officiating procedures and regulations, maintaining protocols, and participating in the organization of educational competitions.
Final assessment
Qualifying examination to confirm acquired professional competencies. The qualification commission includes subject matter experts and employer representatives.
Professional opportunities
- Boccia coach / instructor
- Instructor-methodologist in adaptive physical culture
- Boccia competition support and officiating — subject to required clearances
- Specialist in organizing inclusive sports programs
- Coordinator of inclusive sports projects
Areas of activity
Sports clubs and schools of adaptive sports; Paralympic and specialized training centers; physical culture and health organizations; public associations and foundations; inclusive development centers.