Independent learning
What is independent learning?
Independent learning allows a fully flexible approach to CPD where you are able to engage in learning outside of the LTA find a course tool, that is relevant to you and your needs. You can then reflect on your learning and how this will impact you and your coaching/business practice to apply for recognition.
External courses to the LTA find a course tool are not endorsed by the LTA and therefore do not automatically include CPD credits. You will need to apply for these credits through this process.
What types of independent learning are there?
There are two forms of independent learning:
- Formal learning is where you have booked onto and taken part in a structured learning activity, outside of your day-to-day activities or in-house training, with clearly defined learning outcomes. These will be interactive, participation based and delivered by an expert/tutor external to your venue. This is normally delivered face-to-face, or can be an online learning management system (LMS) with a formal learning assessment/knowledge check and certificate.
- Informal learning is where you have engaged in more unstructured learning, often self-directed and within your own time. This is through watching, reading or listening to content and non-participatory. Webinars are considered informal learning by the LTA.
All types of learning accepted are to be relevant to sports development and led by a subject matter expert/author.
| Formal learning (1 CPD credit per hour of learning) |
Informal Learning (1 CPD credit per learning activity) |
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Format |
CPD Credit Type | Format | CPD Credit Type |
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Face-to-face workshop |
Face-to-face | Webinar or podcast | Remote |
| Online course | Remote | Book or article | Remote |
| LTA Coach Mentoring (and Deloitte) |
Face-to-face |
Videoed resource |
Remote |
| Degree programme | Face-to-face | Tournament visit | Remote |
| Coach Network Event (face-to-face) | Face-to-face | Coach Network Event (webinar) | Remote |
How long will my independent learning form take to process?
Independent learning forms are reviewed and approved one-by-one, therefore, if approved, the process can take up to 4 days for the learning to appear in your Coach Hub.
How to apply
You can apply by clicking the below button. Please reflect on your learning fully and give all correct details to avoid any delays in the review of your learning.