The East Riding Club Accreditation Scheme
(ERCAS Certificate) aims to:
"Recognise the standards set by local clubs in
ensuring provision of safe,
quality sporting opportunities for young people"
Below is an extract from the
East Riding of Yorkshire Council
Club Development web page
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There are a number of important issues for parents when choosing a sports club for their child to attend, such as:
Accredited clubs can answer yes to all these questions!
An accredited club is one who has worked towards a series of standards to prove that they can provide a safe, child friendly environment for young people.
Will my child be safe?
Will the coaches be qualified?
If my child is good, will they have the chance to become better?
Accredited clubs can answer yes to all these questions!
An accredited club is one who has worked towards a series of standards to prove that they can provide a safe, child friendly environment for young people.