How Do I Become a Para Bowls Classifier?
The first step in becoming a Para Bowls Classifier is to apply to become a National Classifier in Canada. Bowls Canada’s Classifier Certification Pathway outlines the ways in which you can do this. The information is also outlined below:
Qualifications to Become a National Classifier
There are two types of classifiers:
- Medical Classifier
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- Physiotherapist
- Medical Doctor
- Occupational Therapist or other health professional with required medical knowledge, including anatomy, physiology and pathology.
- Technical Classifier
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- Experienced in competitive bowls, coaching, umpiring, etc.
General Requirements for all National Classifier Candidates
- Participation in an IBD accredited classification seminar
- Pass a competency evaluation (open book written exam)
- Have a working knowledge and be conversant in the English language
Requirements to Remain Qualified as a National Classifier by IBD
- Classify a wide variety of disabilities
- Respond to correspondence in a timely manner
- Officially classify at least once a year (authorization is lost if inactive for a period of 12 months or more)
- Forward copies or scans of all classification documents to the IBD Head Classifier
- Submit to ongoing evaluations by IBD
- Observe the IBD Classifier Code of Conduct at all times
How Do I Apply To Become A National Classifier?
- Complete the information found in the National Classifier Application Form.
- Contact Bowls Canada at office@bowlscanada.com to learn more about upcoming opportunities.
Resources
Bowls Canada Para Bowls Classification Resources – https://bowlscanada.com/en/programs-resources/para-bowls/classification-resources/
International Bowls for the Disabled – http://www.interdisabledbowls.org/
IPC Classification Code – https://www.paralympic.org/classification-code
For more information, please contact:
Bowls Canada, office@bowlscanada.com