Overview
| Qualification Number | 600/2517/7 |
| Credit Value (Guided Learning Hours) | 41 (234) |
| SFA/LAD Funding Code | 600/2517/7 |
| Entry Age: | 16 |
| Apprenticeships | Knowledge component of the Advanced Apprenticeship in Leisure Management |
| Qualification Operational Start Date | 01/09/2011 |
| Qualification Review Date | 30/04/2014 |
| Certification End Date | 30/04/2017 |
| Qualification Structure | See Structure |
| Supporting Materials | See Materials |
This qualification is equivalent to Level 4 on the European Qualifications Framework (EQF)*.
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 Leisure Management (QCF) is designed to provide learners aged 16 and over with the knowledge, skills and competences required to work as a duty or line manager within the leisure industry. The level of knowledge recognised in this qualification will enable them to operate in the leisure industry in roles such as duty manager or supervisor.
Please note that this qualification is designed to support experienced operatives in the industry demonstrate their competence in the workplace, possibly through an Apprenticeship. This is a Level 3 competence-based qualification and, as such, simulation is not appropriate/acceptable for the majority of units due to its real workplace focus. We do not consider it appropriate for those in full-time education, but for people employed in an associated role. Please also note that the qualification’s minimum age limit of 16 is probably an underestimate. The qualification is designed for those in employment who would ideally have 3–5 years’ experience in an associated role and who are looking to progress to a management role and, as such, are likely to be older than 21.
You may be interested to hear that our Sector Skills Council – SkillsActive – has recognised the lack of vocational qualifications in this area. The interest from further education and others in such occupations who are in the process of developing new units (and qualification structures) for vocational qualifications for the roles of Sports Development Officer and Manager will hopefully be available in early 2013. We will be aspiring to award both qualifications and will be advising centres of their availability when we can. These qualifications may be more appropriate for those in education or for those aspiring to employed roles.
*Please note there may be exceptions to the above. Further information about the EQF can be found on the EQF Portal.
Prerequisites
Learners are required to:
- be 16 years of age or over
- have the authority to be able to meet the outcomes of the qualification, either in their current job role or with prior approval from their line/centre manager.
Please note that this qualification is designed to support experienced operatives in the industry demonstrate their competence in the workplace, possibly through an Apprenticeship. This is a Level 3 competence-based qualification and, as such, simulation is not appropriate/acceptable for the majority of units due to its real workplace focus. We do not consider it appropriate for those in full-time education, but for people employed in an associated role. Please also note that the qualification’s minimum age limit of 16 is probably an underestimate. The qualification is designed for those in employment who would ideally have 3–5 years’ experience in an associated role and who are looking to progress to a management role and, as such, are likely to be older than 21.
You may be interested to hear that our Sector Skills Council – SkillsActive – has recognised the lack of vocational qualifications in this area. The interest from further education and others in such occupations who are in the process of developing new units (and qualification structures) for vocational qualifications for the roles of Sports Development Officer and Manager will hopefully be available in early 2013. We will be aspiring to award both qualifications and will be advising centres of their availability when we can. These qualifications may be more appropriate for those in education or for those aspiring to employed roles.
Structure
Please note that this qualification is designed to support experienced operatives in the industry demonstrate their competence in the workplace, possibly through an Apprenticeship. This is a Level 3 competence-based qualification and, as such, simulation is not appropriate/acceptable for the majority of units due to its real workplace focus. We do not consider it appropriate for those in full-time education, but for people employed in an associated role. Please also note that the qualification’s minimum age limit of 16 is probably an underestimate. The qualification is designed for those in employment who would ideally have 3–5 years’ experience in an associated role and who are looking to progress to a management role and, as such, are likely to be older than 21.
You may be interested to hear that our Sector Skills Council – SkillsActive – has recognised the lack of vocational qualifications in this area. The interest from further education and others in such occupations who are in the process of developing new units (and qualification structures) for vocational qualifications for the roles of Sports Development Officer and Manager will hopefully be available in early 2013. We will be aspiring to award both qualifications and will be advising centres of their availability when we can. These qualifications may be more appropriate for those in education or for those aspiring to employed roles.
The qualification is divided into the following units:
| Unit Title | Unit Reference No. | GLH | Credit |
| Mandatory Units |
| 1 | Understanding How to Lead a Team in Active Leisure | F/503/0778 | 17 | 3 |
| 2 | Promoting Customer Care in Active Leisure | K/503/0774 | 18 | 3 |
| 3 | Understanding How to Manage Health, Safety and Welfare in Active Leisure | A/503/0780 | 20 | 3 |
| 4 | Understanding the Active Leisure and Learning Sector | F/600/1758 | 23 | 3 |
| 5 | Understanding Employment Rights and Responsibilities | J/600/0840 | 15 | 2 |
| 6 | Continuing Professional Development in Active Leisure | J/503/0782 | 8 | 2 |
| 7 | Understanding the Employing Organisation | R/600/1764 | 23 | 3 |
| 8 | Manage Own Professional Development within an Active Leisure Organisation | Y/503/0866 | 20 | 4 |
| 9 | Set Objectives and Provide Support for an Active Leisure Team | H/503/0871 | 25 | 5 |
| 10 | Ensure the Health, Safety, Welfare and Security of Customers and Staff in an Active Leisure Environment | M/503/0873 | 15 | 3 |
| 11 | Improve the Customer’s Experience in Active Leisure | R/503/0865 | 15 | 3 |
| Optional Units – Group A (Learners to achieve a minimum of two credits) |
| 12 | Understanding Financial Procedures in Active Leisure | T/503/0776 | 20 | 3 |
| 13 | Understanding How to Deliver Objectives through the Work of an Active Leisure Team | A/503/0777 | 10 | 2 |
| 14 | Understanding How to Supervise Facility Maintenance in Active Leisure | Y/503/0771 | 13 | 2 |
| 15 | Marketing in Active Leisure | D/503/0772 | 30 | 6 |
| 16 | Understanding How to Sell Services and Products to Customers in Active Leisure | L/503/0783 | 20 | 4 |
| 17 | Operating Swimming Pool Plant | F/503/0988 | 25 | 4 |
| Optional Units – Group B (Learners to achieve a minimum of five credits) |
| 18 | Address Performance Problems Affecting Team Members | J/503/0863 | 15 | 3 |
| 19 | Promote Learning and Development in Active Leisure | K/503/0869 | 25 | 5 |
| 20 | Manage Physical Resources in Active Leisure | D/503/0867 | 15 | 3 |
| 21 | Implement Financial Procedures in Active Leisure | L/503/0864 | 15 | 3 |
| 22 | Plan, Organise and Evaluate Active Leisure Services | H/503/0868 | 15 | 2 |
| 23 | Contribute to Marketing in Active Leisure | F/503/0862 | 15 | 3 |
| 24 | Operate Swimming Pool Plant | M/503/0985 | 10 | 2 |
| 25 | Sell Active Leisure Services and Products to Customers | D/503/0870 | 15 | 3 |
| 26 | Supervise the Maintenance of Equipment and Facilities in Active Leisure | K/503/0872 | 25 | 5 |
| 27 | Contribute to the Prevention and Management of Abusive and Aggressive Behaviour | T/601/1168 | 20 | 4 |
| 28 | Develop Productive Working Relationships with Colleagues | K/502/8426 | 16 | 4 |
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 and assess the qualification
- tutor/assessor guidance notes, which include sample answers to support you when assessing your learners
- online qualification administration, 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
- 1st4sport Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Leisure Management(QCF) Tutor/Assessor/Verifier Guidance to Delivery
- 1st4sport Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Leisure Management (QCF) Tutor/Assessor/Verifier Guidance to Assessment
- internal and independent assessment tools.
For learners, the qualification is supported by the following resources:
- 1st4sport Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Leisure Management (QCF) Learner Pack
- internal and independent 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 a 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
Organisations new to 1st4sport
If you are not already a 1st4sport recognised centre, you need to apply to become one. The first step is to check you can meet the Centre Recognition and Qualification Approval Criteria for this qualification and submit the forms to us.
You can find more information on this process by visiting: Five Steps to Becoming a 1st4sport Recognised Centre.
Please note: you will not be able to become recognised or approved until you have confirmed that you can meet these criteria.
Existing 1st4sport recognised centres
If you are already a 1st4sport recognised centre and would like to seek approval to deliver this qualification, please check that your centre can meet the Qualification Approval Criteria.
You can find more information on this process by visiting: Four Steps to Becoming Approved to Deliver an Additional Qualification.
Please note: you will not be able to become approved until you have confirmed that you can meet these criteria.
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.
