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Facts and Figures
| Qualification Accreditation Number | 100/5993/3 |
| Learning hours (GLH) | 24 (12) |
| LSC funding code | 100/5993/3 |
| Entry Age | 16+ |
| Apprenticeships | Mandatory technical certificate |
| Qualification Accreditation Start Date | 01/03/06 |
| Qualification Accreditation End Date | 31/12/09 |
| Certification End Date | 31/12/10 |
| Qualification Structure | See the units of this qualification |
| Supporting Materials | See the supporting materials |
Find out how to apply for this qualification.
There are no costs involved in applying or becoming a 1st4sport recognised centre.
The 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Industry and Organisational Awareness for the Active Leisure and Learning Industry is a mandatory component/technical certificate for learners on an Apprenticeship in one area of the sector. The qualification gives learners the confidence to make informed decisions about vocational and career progression as well as employment opportunities in the Active Leisure and Learning Sector. Successful achievement of the 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Industry and Organisational Awareness for the Active Leisure and Learning Industry will cover areas such as:
- employability skills
- their rights and responsibilities as employees
- the breadth of the Active Leisure and Learning Industry
- the impact of public law and policies on the Active Leisure and Learning Industry and the organisation/company or sector they work in.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the qualification for?
Why deliver this qualification?
What are the learner prerequisites?
How is the qualification structured?
What are the supporting materials?
What are the fees?
How do I find out more?
How do I apply?
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Who is the Qualification for?
Anyone over the age of 16 undertaking an Apprenticeship within the Active Leisure and Learning Sector, and as an introduction for any young person studying a sport and active leisure course looking for a better understanding of the industry and their employment rights and responsibilities.
Why Deliver this Qualification?
A mandatory component of an Advanced Apprenticeship
The 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Industry and Organisational Awareness for the Active Leisure and Learning Industry is a mandatory component/technical certificate for learners on an Apprenticeship.
Quality resources available
We provide excellent support materials and learning resources to make teaching and learning as easy as possible.
Funding opportunities
The qualification may be eligible for public funding. Contact your local Learning and Skills Council for more information.
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What are the Learner Prerequisites?
Learners must be over the age of 16.
How is the Qualification Structured?
The qualification is divided into the following units:
| Unit No | Unit Title | Accreditation No. |
| A1 | Introduction to Employment Rights and Responsibilities | L/500/1154 |
| B1 | Organisational Awareness and Industry Awareness | R/500/1155 |
There are 24 recommended learning hours for learners to complete the qualification, of which 12 are guided learning hours.
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What are the Supporting Materials?
Unlike many other awarding bodies that just supply you with the basic qualification standards, we go that extra mile to support you by providing:
- full and comprehensive learner packs,which include a full set of structured learning and assessment tasks to help you deliver the qualification
- tutor/assessor guidance notes,which include sample answers to support you when assessing your students
- qualification administration that is all carried out online, enabling you to process students quickly and effectively, and making the records we hold on your students accessible to you at the click of a mouse.
The qualification is supported by the following resources:
Recognised Centre Handbook - administrative guidance for recognised centres
- 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Industry and Organisational Awareness for the Active Leisure and Learning Industry Tutor/Assessor Guidance Pack
- 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Industry and Organisational Awareness for the Active Leisure and Learning Industry Delivery Guidance Pack
- 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Industry and Organisational Awareness for the Active Leisure and Learning Industry Learner Pack.
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What are the Fees?
Fees are charged per learner and provide registration and certification for the qualification, as well as a 1st4sport Candidate Pack, learning resources and certificate. There are no costs involved in applying or becoming a 1st4sport recognised centre. Further information on fees is available from your qualification application form.
How do I Find Out More?
Contact details for 1st4sport Qualifications:
1st4sport Qualifications
Coachwise Limited
Chelsea Close
Off Amberley Road
Armley
Leeds LS12 4HP
Tel: 0113-290 7610
Email: enquiries@1st4sportqualifications.com
How do I Apply?
If you are not already a 1st4sport recognised centre, but would like to deliver the 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Industry and Organisational Awareness for the Active Leisure and Learning Industry, you will first need to fill in a Centre Recognition Application Form.
To apply, please request a Centre Recognition Application Form
If you are already a 1st4sport recognised centre and would like to seek approval to deliver the 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Industry and Organisational Awareness for the Active Leisure and Learning Industry, please access Athena, the 1st4sport quality assurance system, and complete the qualification approval process. If you cannot remember your username and password, please contact us.
We don’t charge you any fees to apply to deliver this qualification.
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