The attaining of the LCU ClubGrade Accreditation Mark ("the Accreditation Mark") gives rise to the benefits as specified in the process document and which include a discount of 10% on the LCU subscription fee for the season of the successful outcome.
Affiliated clubs that have yet to attain the Accreditation Mark and that wish to be considered for accreditation in the current 2014 season are required to provide the information as sought at sections 1 to 5 (inclusive) of The Checklists as set out in the Accreditation Mark process document to be received no later than 31st August next.
The LCU Accreditation Mark process document is to be found here.
It should be noted that in support of the checklist answers (at sections 1 to 5), clubs are asked to provide the following:
1 A copy of the club's constitution/rules.
2 The names of the club's Child Welfare Officer(s) and Designated Person.
3 The names of the active qualified coaches who are providing coaching at the club.
4 The means being used to communicate with members and supporters.
5 The names of the school(s) in the locality with which there is regular contact.
6 A copy of the Club Development Plan.
7 A written confirmation from the club's insurer or broker that the Insurance requirements for clubs at 1,2 and 3 on the information sheet at Appendix 1 of the Accreditation Mark process document are being met.
Kindly note that the aforesaid checklists answers together the requested information/documentation in support are to be sent to Henry Tighe either by email at: henry.tighe@hotmail.com or by post to 45, Sandymount Avenue, Dublin 4