THE Guyana Cricket Board (GCB) commenced a series of CWI/UNICEF Child Protection Courses on Thursday at the GCB’s boardroom.

The courses are set to target individuals who act in managerial and/or coaching roles, potential coaches, CGI Academy players, national youth players and individuals who interact with children on a regular basis.

The Child Protection and First Aid courses are the required modules of the CWI Coaching Certification Programme and both have a validity of three years.
Individuals desirous of gaining a CWI Coaching Certificate are also required to obtain Police Clearance.

Meanwhile, child protection courses will also be conducted in Demerara on Tuesday July 17, Berbice on Wednesday, July 18 and in Essequibo on Thursday, July 19.
Efforts are also being made to have a similar course conducted in Upper Demerara on Friday, July 20.