Athletics Ireland develops coaching expertise through its support and educational programmes.
They have five levels of coaching:
Level 3
The highest level of coaching qualification available in Ireland, Level 3 coaches usually specialise in one discipline
Level 2
Level 2 coaches are qualified to coach in at least two of the following four disciplines: sprints, endurance, throws, jumps
Level 1
A qualification for people interested in general coaching work with children between the ages of 10 to 14
Assistant Coach
Introduces beginners – working alongside a senior coach – to the basics of coaching sprints, endurance, throws and jumps
Athletics Leader
This coaching qualification is designed for people interested in introducing children between the ages 5 and 10 to athletics