The PCQ 360

A unique 360 feedback solution to develop sports coaches’ skills

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The PCQ 360

A unique 360 feedback solution to develop sports coaches’ skills

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When use the PCQ 360?

Coach Training

Provide trainees with powerful insights into their behavioral strengths and areas for improvement.

Coach Development

Help coaches reflect on their practices and develop their skills at any stage of their career.

Coaching for Coaches

Unlock coaches’ potential by integrating a powerful 360° assessment into their development journey.

What is PCQ 360?

PCQ 360 feedback report – coaching behaviour assessment showing support dimension results

PCQ 360 is an assessment tool that collects powerful feedback from those working with the coach.

Measurement of 7 behavioral skills
Multi-source feedback from athletes, managers and staff
10-minute completion time
Full respondent anonymity
Available in multiple languages
A validated and reliable instrument

Client testimonials on 360 feedback for coaches

I recently had a powerful self-awareness experience through the 360° feedback process. It’s an excellent opportunity to identify your strengths and areas for development as a coach.

Jérémy Clément Professional Soccer Coach

The PCQ 360 is very relevant and allows you to have a feedback and a global view on your coaching practice. A good way to know yourself better and to question your management as a coach.

Xavier CharreMental Coach

It was very interesting to have the perception of the players and the other coaches with whom we work in order to highlight our strong points and to see what we can improve!

Sébastien MorelRugby Academy Director

The PCQ 360 Journey

Self-assessment

The coach completes a self-assessment on the Sport Profileo platform.

Rater invitation

The coach invites athletes, staff members, and directors to provide feedback.

Report generation

A comprehensive PCQ 360 report is generated and shared with the sports psychologist.

Feedback session

The coach takes part in a structured feedback and development session with the psychologist.

Great benefits, whatever your role

Sports Psychologists

Make a difference with the coaches you support by using innovative, evidence-based psychometrics.

Sports Directors

Drive your coaches’ skills to the next level by implementing 360° feedback within your organization.

Sport Coaches

Get feedback from those you work with and clarify your development priorities.

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Great benefits, whatever your role

Sports Psychologists

Make a difference with the coaches you support by using innovative, evidence-based psychometrics.

Sports Directors

Drive your coaches’ skills to the next level by implementing 360° feedback within your organization.

Sport Coaches

Get feedback from those you work with and clarify your development priorities.

Book a demo

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the PCQ 360?

The PCQ 360 is a scientifically developed 360-degree feedback tool specifically designed for high-performance sport coaches. It gathers feedback from athletes, staff members, managers and fellow coaches to provide a comprehensive view of coaching behaviours and leadership practices.

What organisations can use the PCQ 360?

The PCQ 360 is designed for sport organisations that train, support or employ pre-elite and elite coaches. It can be used by federations, professional clubs, academies, institutes of sport and coach education programmes.

In what contexts can the PCQ 360 be used?

The PCQ 360 can support a wide range of coach development initiatives, including:
– Coach education programmes
– Leadership development programmes
– Individual coach development plans
– Performance reviews
– Succession planning
– Career transition support
– Talent identification and development

What competencies are assessed?

The PCQ 360 assesses seven key competencies associated with effective coaching in high-performance environments:
– Leading
– Providing Support
– Demonstrating Openness
– Managing Emotions
– Focusing on Goals
– Driving Athlete Development
– Fostering Team Cohesion

How can the PCQ 360 be deployed within my organisation?

There are two main ways to implement the PCQ 360 within your organisation:

Internal delivery
Your sport psychologists, mental performance consultants or coach development specialists can be trained and certified by Sport Profileo to administer the PCQ 360 and conduct feedback sessions independently.

External delivery
The Sport Profileo team can manage the entire process, from questionnaire administration to feedback delivery and coach support.

We can help you identify the implementation model that best fits your organisation’s needs and resources.

Which professionals can use the PCQ 360?

The PCQ 360 is intended for qualified professionals involved in coach development, including sport psychologists, mental performance consultants and coach development specialists who have successfully completed Sport Profileo’s certification programme.
Several certification options are available, including individual or group formats, delivered online or in person.
Contact us to discuss the most suitable training pathway for your organisation.

In which languages is the PCQ 360 available?

The PCQ 360 is currently available in English, French and Spanish.
Additional language versions may be developed upon request.

How long does it take to complete the questionnaire?

Most contributors complete the questionnaire in approximately 10 to 15 minutes.

How is anonymity protected?

Responses from athletes, staff members and fellow coaches are aggregated within contributor groups, making individual responses anonymous.

The only exception is the coach’s direct manager, whose feedback is reported separately. This reflects the manager’s responsibility to provide transparent feedback to their employees.

How are the results presented?

Results are presented in a comprehensive feedback report highlighting:
– Key strengths
– Development opportunities
– Differences between self-perceptions and external perceptions
– Comparative feedback across contributor groups
– Contributors’ open comments
The report serves as a foundation for meaningful reflection, feedback discussions and development planning.

Is the PCQ 360 scientifically validated?

Yes.
The PCQ 360 was developed through a rigorous scientific process conducted in collaboration with the Sport Psychology Department of Nantes Université (France).

The questionnaire has demonstrated strong reliability and validity and is grounded in current research on coaching effectiveness and leadership in sport.

A detailed description of the development process and psychometric properties of the PCQ 360 is available in our scientific preprint.

Can the PCQ 360 be customised to our organisation?

Yes.

Sport Profileo can design and validate customised versions of the PCQ 360 to address the specific needs, competency frameworks and strategic objectives of your organisation.

Any adaptation follows a rigorous development process to ensure the scientific quality and practical relevance of the resulting instrument.

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