Overview
| Qualification Accreditation Number | 600/1770/3 |
| Credit Value (Guided Learning Hours): | 39-46 (185-361) |
| SFA/LAD Funding Code | 600/1770/3 |
Entry Age | 18 |
| Qualification Operational Start Date: | 08/07/2011 |
| Qualification Review Date: | 31/12/2015 |
| Certification End Date | 31/12/2018 |
| Qualification Structure | See Structure |
| Supporting Materials | See Materials |
To find out how to apply to deliver this qualification see the How to Apply section. There are no costs involved in applying or becoming a 1st4sport recognised centre.
The 1st4sport Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Outdoor Programmes (QCF) is an occupational qualification that provides learners with an opportunity to be assessed over a period of time for both the theoretical and practical aspects of outdoor programmes in the workplace. The qualification can be taken in the context of outdoor recreation, outdoor education or outdoor development training.
It’s ideally suited for those who have experience in the area of outdoor programmes wishing to gain a nationally accredited qualification. However, it can also be undertaken as a stand-alone qualification, or as part of a larger collection of qualifications within an Apprenticeship.
This qualification is part of a suite professionally recognised by the Charterted Institute for the Management for Sport and Physical Activity (CIMPSA), ideal in supportng an individual's personal and professional development within the industry.
Prerequisites
Learners are required to be a minimum of 18 years of age.
Structure
Outdoor Programmes Pathways
This qualification can be assessed via three different pathways, Outdoor Recreation, Outdoor Education and Outdoor Development Training. The information below details the type of learner for whom each pathway would be appropriate, which units are mandatory and how to select the appropriate number of optional units.
All three pathways include the following Mandatory Units which must be completed:
Title | Accreditation No. | Credit |
Contribute to improving personal and organisational performance | H/503/0885 | 3 |
Organise people and resources for outdoor programmes | A/503/0939 | 4 |
Ensure the health, safety, welfare and security of customers and staff | A/503/0651 | 4 |
Promote the conservation of the environment | M/503/0940 | 3 |
Establish and maintain effective working relationships in the outdoors | T/503/0910 | 8 |
Outdoor Recreation Pathway
This pathway is suitable for learners working in the outdoors to deliver organised and self-guided outdoor activities for ‘fun’.
Learners are required to complete the five mandatory units detailed above. In addition, learners should select a minimum of two units from the Pathway units listed below, and a further two units from the optional units. If learners select all three units from the Pathway units, then only one unit needs to be selected from the Optional units. The credit from all units (mandatory, pathway and optional) should add up to a minimum of 39 credits.
Pathway Units
(choose two or three) |
Title | Accreditation No. | Credit |
Allocate and monitor the progress and quality of work in own area of responsibility | M/602/1844 | 14 |
Design outdoor recreation programmes | Y/503/0897 | 5 |
Facilitate recreation in the outdoors | H/503/0935 | 5 |
Optional Units
(if two Pathway units have been selected, choose two optional units. If three Pathway units have been selected, choose one optional unit) |
Title | Accreditation No. | Credit |
Support the efficient use of resources | H/502/8456 | 5 |
Provide leadership in own area of responsibility | A/502/9161 | 9 |
Organise and supervise travel | Y/602/1840 | 7 |
Understand how to safeguard the wellbeing of children and young people | Y/601/1695 | 3 |
Supervise residential experiences | T/503/1006 | 4 |
Contribute to the prevention and management of abusive and aggressive behaviour | T/601/1168 | 4 |
Enable disabled people to take part in activities | D/601/5540 | 9 |
Facilitate adventurous experiences | K/503/0919 | 7 |
Facilitate participants’ investigation and understanding of the environment | D/503/0934 | 6 |
Outdoor Education Pathway
This pathway is suitable for learners working in the outdoors to deliver experiential, environmental, physical and social education.
Learners are required to complete the five mandatory units detailed above. In addition, learners should complete the two units from the Pathway units listed below, and a further two units from the optional units. The credit from all units (mandatory, pathway and optional) should add up to a minimum of 45 credits.
Pathway Units
(both units must be completed) |
Title | Accreditation No. | Credit |
Facilitate education in the outdoors | J/503/0927 | 13 |
Promote the transfer of learning from outdoor experiences | A/503/0987 | 3 |
Optional Units
(choose two optional units) |
Title | Accreditation No. | Credit |
Design outdoor education programmes | A/503/0889 | 5 |
Allocate and monitor the progress and quality of work in own area of responsibility | M/602/1844 | 14 |
Support the efficient use of resources | H/502/8456 | 5 |
Provide leadership in own area of responsibility | A/502/9161 | 9 |
Organise and supervise travel | Y/602/1840 | 7 |
Understand how to safeguard the wellbeing of children and young people | Y/601/1695 | 3 |
Supervise residential experiences | T/503/1006 | 4 |
Contribute to the prevention and management of abusive and aggressive behaviour | T/601/1168 | 4 |
Enable disabled people to take part in activities | D/601/5540 | 9 |
Facilitate adventurous experiences | K/503/0919 | 7 |
Facilitate participants’ investigation and understanding of the environment | D/503/0934 | 6 |
Outdoor Development Training Pathway
This pathway is suitable for learners working in the outdoors to deliver leadership, team and management development.
Learners are required to complete the five mandatory units detailed above. In addition, learners should complete the three units from the Pathway units listed below, and a further unit from the optional units. The credit from all units (mandatory, pathway and optional) should add up to a minimum of 46 credits.
Pathway Units
(all three units must be completed) |
Title | Accreditation No. | Credit |
Design outdoor development training programmes | K/503/0886 | 6 |
Facilitate learning using outdoor development training | Y/503/0933 | 12 |
Promote the transfer of learning from outdoor experiences | A/503/0987 | 3 |
Optional Units
(choose one optional unit) |
Title | Accreditation No. | Credit |
Allocate and monitor the progress and quality of work in own area of responsibility | M/602/1844 | 14 |
Support the efficient use of resources | H/502/8456 | 5 |
Provide leadership in own area of responsibility | A/502/9161 | 9 |
Organise and supervise travel | Y/602/1840 | 7 |
Understand how to safeguard the wellbeing of children and young people | Y/601/1695 | 3 |
Supervise residential experiences | T/503/1006 | 4 |
Contribute to the prevention and management of abusive and aggressive behaviour | T/601/1168 | 4 |
Enable disabled people to take part in activities | D/601/5540 | 9 |
Facilitate adventurous experiences | K/503/0919 | 7 |
Facilitate participants’ investigation and understanding of the environment | D/503/0934 | 6 |
Materials
Unlike many other awarding organisations, which 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
- qualification administration that is available online, enabling you to process learners quickly and effectively, and making the records we hold on your learners accessible to you at the click of a mouse.
For recognised centres and tutors, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
- Generic administrative guidance and tools for recognised centres
- Qualification Specification outlining the requirements of delivering and assessing the qualification
- Assessment tools.
For learners, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
- 1st4sport Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Outdoor Programmes (QCF) Learner Pack
- Assessment tools.
Fees
Fees are charged per learner and provide registration and certification for the qualification, as well as a 1st4sport Learner Pack, learning resources and Certificate. There are no costs involved in applying or becoming a 1st4sport recognised centre. Further information on fees is available in your qualification application pack.
How to Apply
Non-1st4sport recognised centres
If you are not already a 1st4sport recognised centre, you need to apply to become one by completing a Centre Recognition Application Form. You can now do this online through Athena, the 1st4sport online Quality Assurance System where you can also apply to become approved for the qualifications that interest you. To access Athena, simply call us on 0113-290 7610 to receive a unique access code or fill in the Request for Centre Recognition Application Form and we will send you one.
Existing 1st4sport recognised centres
If you are already a 1st4sport recognised centre and would like to seek approval to deliver the 1st4sport Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Outdoor Programmes (QCF), please access Athena and complete the qualification approval process. If you cannot remember your username and password, please contact us at qmt@1st4sportqualifications.com.
QCF
This qualification sits on the new QCF. Further information about the benefits of the new framework can be found by visiting the Ofqual website.
All learners being registered for QCF qualifications are required to have a Unique Learner Number (ULN) issued by the Learner Register. To be approved to offer this QCF qualification, you will need to demonstrate that you can access and verify learners’ ULNs with the Learner Register. For more information about this process, please visit the Learning Records Service website.
