We define centre recognition as the process undertaken by organisations wishing to offer a qualification. Recognition status is granted based upon the organisations capacity and capability to comply with the 1st4sport Recognised Centre Requirements and cannot be achieved without applying to become approved to offer a particular qualification. Qualification approval is the process by which the organisation applies to offer a particular qualification in line with a specific qualification specification.
In order to maintain awarding body status we are required to have systems in place to ensure our recognised centres comply with established regulatory requirements developed to protect the integrity of nationally accredited qualifications. Therefore, to gain recognition and approval status to offer nationally accredited qualifications; we have developed a standard process which encompasses a thorough quality check. To find out more about our recognition and approval process please read the 1st4sport Recognition and Approval Arrangements.
Athena, our web-based quality assurance system designed by Creatio supports the establishment and monitoring of recognised centre and qualification approval status ensuring effective communication across all stakeholders. Our
Recognition and Approval Applications are contained on
Athena. To gain access to please contact
qmt@1st4sportqualifications.com.
