RYA Cruising Instructor Course Syllabus
Teaching and Learning Theory
How students learn
Learning styles
Stages of learning
Barriers to learning
Comfort/Stretch/Panic
Neurolinguistic Programming
Simple coaching models and their uses and limitations
Questioning techniques
Practical Course Syllabus
Plan-do-review
Plan
Structuring a lesson
Identifying achievable tasks/transferable method
Identifying key teaching points
Prerequisite knowledge
Logical order of delivery
Location and time management – planning v. opportunism
Use of teaching aids
Do
EDICT(S) as a benchmark to discuss, but not restricted to using this model
Review
Self-review
RYA Orientation
Operating procedures
Centre policies
Role of RYA Cruising Instructor/Chief Instructor/Principal
Dealing with complaints
Debriefing / Feedback Skills
Observation skills
Feedback
Prioritising – safety/learning/fun
Action Plans
Catastrophe Clinic
Avoiding pitfalls
Learning from accidents/incidents
Assessment Criteria
Practical Courses
Knowledge of:
Start Sailing, Start Yachting, Competent Crew, Start Motor Cruising, Helmsman, and day Skipper Shorebased and Practical Courses
Understands:
RYA programme of courses
Levels of competence required for award of the above certificates
Instructional Technique
Can:
Set up tasks and teaching sessions appropriate to individual students
Brief clearly
Ensure tasks are undertaken correctly and safely
Observe the task and note areas requiring improvement
Debrief students and agree an achievable plan for improvement
Demonstrate any part of the Start Sailing, Start Yachting, Competent Crew, Basic Skills, Start Motor Cruising, Helmsman, and Day Skipper Practical courses
Explain the practical application of any part of the Day Skipper Shorebased Course
Understands and complies with the rules for the wearing of safety harnesses, lifejackets and personal buoyancy aids.
Interpersonal Skills
How to give and receive feedback
