Designed for those who have a complete knowledge of all aspects of Pipe Band Drumming, and will be able to teach all types of Pipe Band Drumming music, including Snare/Bass/Tenor drumming, at all levels.
- Candidates must hold an RSPBA Advanced Certificate in Drumming; an RSPBA Intermediate Certificate in Drumming plus the Pipe Band Studies Certificate; or a PDQB Level 4 Certificate Pipe Band Drumming/National Progression Award Scottish Pipe Band Drumming: SCQF Level 6 plus the Pipe Band Studies Certificate.
- Candidates must have the ability to:
- Teach classes and individuals,
- Recognise basic faults and to correct them,
- Explain movements clearly and concisely and correct mistakes quickly
- Instil proper methods of practice in pupils
- Maintain a pupil’s interest throughout a lesson
- Assessment of Teaching Skills
The following assessment criteria should be met within 12 months.
Candidates will be assessed by a nominated Assessor on the delivery of four lessons.
The lessons should be as follows:- Workshop topic to be agreed with the Assessor
- Individual lesson
- Group lesson
- Pipe Band history lesson
For each lesson candidates must prepare a lesson plan, which will also be assessed.
Candidates must maintain a diary to record 20 hours of teaching lessons and demonstrate delivery of teaching to varying ability levels from beginner to advanced.