1. Accreditation with ECB ACO & BCOA
7/10/2019
Accreditation with ECB ACO & BCOA
The Team
Roy Kinner
Mick Southerton
Rod Dye
John Golding
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2. Accreditation for those that want it”
“Education for All;
Accreditation for those that want it”
Education Stage 2 > Umpire 2 Accreditation (U2A)
Education Stage 3 > Umpire 3 Accreditation (U3A)
Why Education for All – You may ask? That is one of the main conditions placed on organisations like ECB to receive funding from Sport England
Emphasis the U1A & U2A from last year will be re-designated U2A & U3A and get new certificates.

3. The outline of the new system
Accreditation is only for those who want competency tested
Key skills & knowledge identified
Based on candidate self assessment working with a mentor
Completion of the ECB Stage 2 or 3 On Line Exam
Candidate completes a match notebook – does not form part of evidence
Mentor will supply written statement of support to CDO
CDO / RDO determines what evidence is required for assessment
No Professional Discussions!
Note the role of the CDO has become more important.

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7. Accreditation
Accreditation is only for those who want competency tested
What is it?
Check for Competency Can, typically be, a one or two year programme
What it is NOT?
A “ticket” to any particular level of the game That is governed by your performance
Must have current membership of ECB ACO with a DBS. Even better to get the extra benefits that go with a BCOA membership

8. The detail UMPIRE 2 ACCREDITATION (U2A) Development Stage
Ability to officiate effectively in local league (up to Tier 4) and junior environments.
UMPIRE 3 ACCREDITATION (U3A)
Consolidation Stage
As per U2A PLUS the ability to officiate effectively in at least feeder leagues or equivalent The majority of your umpiring needs to be in Tier 2 or in the very top of Tier 3 (unless WE ask for you to be appointed at another level / match with a mentee)
Could be named as a more meaningful description

9. The detail Knowledge U2A Development Stage
All Laws relating to one-day cricket.
All appropriate match regulations and directives.
Education to Stage 2 plus Stage 2 Examination
U3A
Consolidation Stage
All Laws All appropriate match regulations and directives.
Accreditation to Stage 2 PLUS Education to Stage 3 and Stage 3 Examination
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10. The detail Skills U2A Developing powers of concentration
Growing self-confidence
Increasing interpersonal skills
Good communication skills
U3A
Well-developed powers of concentration
Good self-confidence
Established interpersonal skills
Assured communication skills
Demonstrate skills and knowledge of a Stage 3 umpire

11. CDO may request additional observations if thought necessary.
The detail
Assessment (both Levels)
Each participant is given a mentor
All umpires complete a match notebook for each match - supplied by ECBACO.
When the assigned mentor believes the umpire is ready, (s)he refers her/him to the CDO for boundary assessment.
CDO may request additional observations if thought necessary.

12. The Match Notebook / Diary

13. The Role of the Mentor
To provide support and guidance for those being mentored (the participant) by acting as a Role Model, provide guidance and motivation
Mentor and participant should meet as early as possible to set the parameters of the relationship (e.g. confidentiality, meeting timescales, contact details, reporting strategy, feedback/review meetings etc)
Based on the participant’s aspirations, the mentor should agree short, medium and long-term objectives.
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14. The Role of the Mentor
The mentor should give guidance on how to complete the match notebook.
The mentor should stand with the participant at the beginning of the process and again when he / she feels they may be ready to be observed.
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15. The detail
Evidence The participant must keep a folder containing the evidence.
For U2A the CDO determines what evidence he / she requires to allow assessment.
For U3A the RDO determines what evidence he / she requires to allow assessment. The ECB supplied match notebook will not form part of the evidence
ECB ACO Stage 2 and 3 ON LINE exam. Same questions as in the MCC Basic & Intermediate but selected to suit the level ie One Day laws plus some for basic timed cricket

16. The detail The Evidence
Certificate of completion of Laws examination ECB ACO Stage 2 for U2A and ECB ACO Stage 3 for U3A
Self-Assessment using the Umpire Performance Feedback Form A minimum of 6 which must indicate progress and be at the appropriate Tier level.
Sample Overs Cards for the 6 matches
Mentor's observations and recommendations during the support period.
Summary of ALL matches to include: Match, Date, Competition, Type of Match, Home Team, Away Team, Name of Colleague, Observation by (if any). (A mix of match types particularly for U3A)
Note the importance of the mentor.

17. The detail The Evidence (continued) Captains marks (where available)
Mentor's Supporting Statement.
Boundary Assessor's report using the Umpire Performance Feedback Form.
Video of on-field performance (where available) for U3A would be a plus and in readiness for next possible step
CDO then produces supporting Statement subsequent to a relatively short viva voce involving candidate, mentor
Note the importance of the mentor.

18. The detail Moderation (Avoiding jobs for the boys)
For U2A documentation from 20% of candidates to be referred to your regions RDO for moderation
For U3A documentation from 20% of candidates to be referred to another regions RDO for moderation
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19. What extra help can we give you?
Supplementary Supported Development Nationally called the Berkshire Model
Open to all ECB ACO Members Discounted for paid up members of BCOA

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23. In summary what does our programme offer you
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In summary what does our programme offer you
Supported Development via workshops, Mentoring, On Field and Boundary Observations directed at four disciplines:
Pre-Match Preparation and Planning
Self-Effectiveness and Conduct
Man and Match Management
Technical Skills and Knowledge
Example Appointments Available
Berkshire Chilton and Mid Bucks League or the Thames Valley.
U1A or developing Umpires can be appointed to these games, with an experienced umpire as your colleague. This will, along with the U1A Workshops accelerate your advancement.
Berkshire District & Schools
U13 and Under 15’s District plus a number of school games
Berkshire County Age Group
ECB County Representative games, ranging in ages from Boys Under 10 right through to Under 17 with Over 50, 60,& 70’s
Girls games U13, Under 15, and under 17 followed by the Berks County Ladies.
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24. The Result Quote from a Team Captain
“Not easy for me to say having been a long standing critic of umpiring but the quality of umpires for both the 50's and 60's 1st xi's has been brilliant.
Not only have they umpires the games really well but they have also been very pleasant company and the players have enjoyed having them around.
More of the same next year please”
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25. Thank You