CPD & SHORT COURSE ENDORSEMENT

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ASPA is committed to maintaining high standards in sports performance analysis education & professional development. This framework outlines the criteria and review process for endorsing CPD & short-course learning opportunities.

To qualify for ASPA endorsement, the course must:

• Be relevant to sports performance analysis.
• Be delivered by a recognized institution, organization, or industry professional.
• Align with ASPA’s mission, values, and professional standards.

Applicants must submit the following details:

• Course Overview: Objectives, syllabus, and delivery method (online, in-person, hybrid).
• Instructor Credentials: Qualifications, industry experience, and teaching expertise.
• Target Audience: Level (beginner, intermediate, advanced) and intended participants (coaches, analysts, students, etc.).
• Learning Outcomes: Clearly defined, measurable competencies gained upon completion.
• Assessment Methods: How learning is evaluated (quizzes, practical tasks, final projects).
• Duration & Workload: Length of the course and expected hours of engagement.
• Accreditation & Certification: Whether CPD points or recognized certification is provided.

The review process includes:

• Initial Screening: Ensuring the application meets basic eligibility criteria.
• Content Evaluation: Assessing syllabus, learning outcomes, & instructional quality.
• Instructor Review: Verifying the qualifications & expertise of course facilitators.
• Industry Relevance: Checking alignment with current trends & needs in sports performance analysis.
• Delivery & Engagement: Evaluating the course’s interactive elements, accessibility, & learner support.
• Assessment & Certification: Ensuring proper evaluation methods & certification validity.
• Feedback & Improvement: Reviewing past participant feedback (if available) or conducting a pilot assessment.

• Approval: If the course meets all criteria, it is endorsed and listed as an ASPA-approved CPD opportunity.
• Conditional Approval: If minor improvements are needed, feedback is provided for adjustments.
• Rejection: If the course does not meet ASPA’s standards, feedback is given with reasons for non-endorsement.

• Regular quality assurance reviews to ensure continued alignment with industry standards.
• Collection of participant feedback to assess effectiveness.
• Course providers must notify ASPA of significant course updates.

For inquiries or to submit an application, please contact info@theaspa.org