Facts and Figures
| Qualification Number | 600/0884/2 |
| Guided Learning Hours (GLH) | 45 GLH |
| SFA/LAD Funding Code | 600/0884/2 |
| Entry age: | 14 |
| Qualification Operational Start Date | 01/07/2011 |
| Qualification Operational End Date | 31/08/2013 |
| Certification End Date | 31/08/2014 |
| Qualification Structure | See the units of this qualification |
| Supporting Materials | See the supporting materials |
Find out how to apply to deliver this qualification.
There are no costs involved in applying or becoming a 1st4sport recognised centre.
The 1st4sport Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1 is split into three components that focus on the development of effective communication skills in the following areas:
- Speaking, listening and communication: The use of non-written communication.
- Reading: The independent understanding of written language and text.
- Writing: The independent construction of written text to communicate.
The qualification has been contextualised specifically for the active leisure, learning and well-being sector, making for a more engaging and relevant experience for your learners.
This makes them ideal if you deliver:
- intermediate level apprenticeships in active leisure, learning and well-being
- advanced level apprenticeships in active leisure, learning and well-being
- the Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the learner prerequisites?
How is the qualification structured?
What are the supporting materials?
What are the fees?
How do I apply?
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What are the Learner Prerequisites?
Prior to the registration of the 1st4sport Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1 learners are required to be at least 14years of age.
How is the Qualification Structured?
The 1st4sport Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1 is a one-unit qualification, which is split across three components.
| Unit Title | Accreditation No. | GLH |
| 1st4sport Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1 | 600/0884/2 | 45 |
| Components |
| Speaking, Listening and Communication |
| Reading |
| Writing |
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What are the Supporting Materials?
The following resources are provided to help implement, deliver, assess and quality assure the qualification:
- Online Administration guidance and tools for recognised centres enable you to process learners quickly and effectively providing you information at the click of a button.
- The Qualification specification provides vital information regarding the requirements of the qualification in terms of criteria, workforce, delivery and assessment.
- An internal assessment and guidance pack for the speaking, listening and communication component of the 1st4sport Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1 provides a comprehensive resource to enable centres to effectively assess learner performance in this area.
- External papers provide an assessment of the reading and writing components of the 1st4sport Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1. These papers are planned and invigilated by the centre but marked by 1st4sport.
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What are the Fees?
Fees are charged per learner and provide registration and certification for the qualification in addition to all associated assessment and quality assurance resources. 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 do I 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 Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1, please access Athena and complete the qualification approval process. If you cannot remember your username and password, please contact us at qmt@1st4sportqualifications.com.
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