1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training

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1 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training Qualification Specification This document is designed to be viewed on a computer and contains hyperlinks which will not be available if printed. This specification must be read by all relevant personnel within recognised centres approved to offer this qualification. It contains the Qualification Approval Conditions which must be complied with and should be read in conjunction with the 1st4sport Centre recognition Conditions. Tutors, assessors and verifiers should also be made aware that they must comply with the following addendums to ensure full deployment of the standards: The Learner Portfolio The Delivery, Assessment and Internal Quality Assurance Approach (DAQAA)

2 Coachwise Ltd, 2016 This document is copyright under the Berne Convention. All rights are reserved. Apart from any fair dealing for the purposes of private study, research, criticism or review, as permitted under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1998, no part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, electrical, chemical, mechanical, optical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the copyright owner. Enquiries should be addressed to 1st4sport Qualifications. 1st4sport Qualifications Coachwise Ltd Chelsea Close Off Amberley Road Armley Leeds LS12 4HP Fax: enquiries@1st4sportqualifications.com Website: 1st4sport Qualifications is recognised by Ofqual, Qualifications Wales and SQA Accreditation as a regulated awarding organisation. 1st4sport is brand of Coachwise Ltd, the trading arm of The National Coaching Foundation (known as sports coach UK), the UK-registered charity leading the national development of coaches and the coaching system. Any proceeds go directly back to sports coach UK to help them develop and advance sport nationwide. National/Qualification Accreditation Number: 601/6792/0 Qualification regulation date: 27-Jul-2015 Specification publication date: V1 01-Dec-2015

3 Contents List of contents Introduction to 1st4sport Qualifications Qualification regulation details and dates Qualification structure and units Qualification Purpose Statement Overview Progression Support Qualification Approval Conditions: Section One - Qualification Resources QCON 1.1 Qualification workforce capacity and ratios QCON 1.2 Qualification administrator QCON 1.3 Qualification coordinator QCON 1.4 Qualification tutors QCON 1.5 Qualification assessors QCON 1.6 Qualification internal quality assurers QCON 1.7 Qualification delivery sites, facilities and environment QCON 1.8 Qualification equipment and clothing QCON 1.9 Qualification materials QCON 1.10 Qualification fees Qualification Approval Conditions: Section Two - Administration, initial assessment and inductions QCON 2.1 Course/programme administration QCON 2.2 Learner eligibility and barriers to access QCON 2.3 Learner eligibility and pre-requisites QCON 2.4 Learner eligibility and Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) QCON 2.4 Learner enrolment, agreement and registration period QCON 2.5 Learner inductions Page

4 List of contents Qualification Approval Conditions: Section Three - Training and Assessment QCON 3.1 Training and assessment hours QCON 3.2 Training and assessment programme QCON 3.3 Assessment specification QCON 3.4 Assessment tools QCON 3.5 Assessment eligibility QCON 3.6 Assessment process QCON 3.7 Eligibility of learners for special consideration QCON 3.8 Eligibility of learners for certification QCON 3.9 Reassessments Qualification Approval Conditions: Section Four - Internal Quality Assurance QCON 4.1 Internal quality assurancestrategy QCON 4.2 Internal quality assurancesampling QCON 4.3 Internal quality assuranceinterventions Communications and Contacts Appendix A: Knowledge Syllabus for the 1st4sport Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Personal Training Appendix B: Assessment guidance and evidence requirements for each unit of the 1st4sport Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness Page Appendix C The Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) Code of Ethical Conduct: 55 Appendix D: Explanation and Examples of Terms 60

5 Qualification Purpose Statement: 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training Regulation Qualification title Qualification No. Level GLHs 1 Credit 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training 601/6792/ Qualification details Operational start date 01 December 2015 Review date 31 July 2017 Registration Period 2 Years Overview Introduction This qualification is awarded by 1st4sport Qualifications as the recognised awarding organisation regulated by Ofqual in England and Northern Ireland and Qualifications Wales in Wales. The qualification structure and content was developed by SkillsActive the Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure, Learning and Well-being, in consultation from industry experts in the area of exercise and fitness. The qualification delivery and assessment model has been designed by 1st4sport in partnership with British Weight Lifting (BWL); supported by technical experts, employers and the industry. The qualification is listed on the Register of Regulated Qualifications; unit details are contained in the appendix to this specification. This qualification is equivalent to Level 4 on the European Qualifications Framework (EQF). Further information about the EQF can be found at: 1 Guided Learning Hours. GLHs for a specific qualification are defined as the number of hours of largely face-to-face tuition and assessment on-course; this includes all time spent on course-based learning and assessment activities. Page 1 of 60

6 Objective The objective is to provide a benefit to learners by supporting them in their role in the workplace as a personal trainer, and also preparing learners for employment in this area. The aim of this qualification is to help learners develop the skills and knowledge required to be able to work unsupervised as a personal trainer. Learners will be assessed on a variety of areas, including: aspects of anatomy and physiology designing, delivering and evaluating personal training programmes promoting and ensuring the health, safety and welfare of others in active leisure and recreation Structure Units Training and assessment To qualify for the 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training (QCF), learners must successfully complete seven mandatory units, obtaining a minimum of 36 credits. Achievement of the qualification is normally through attendance on a course of training and successful completion of assessment tasks. Component title Accreditation no. Level GLHs Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health A/600/ Principles of exercise, fitness and health A/600/ Programming personal training with clients F/600/ Delivering personal training sessions J/600/ Applying the principles of nutrition to a physical activity programme L/600/ Know how to support clients who take part in exercise and physical activity M/600/ Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment T/600/ The qualification is normally achieved through attendance on a programme of training and the following assessment: a series of written responses in the Learner Pack. These responses will focus on the fundamental skills for a personal trainer, as well as health, safety and nutrition considerations. A task in which learners must plan, deliver and evaluate a series of personal training sessions with a client or clients Two multiple choice examinations (Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise and Health, Principles of Exercise, Fitness and Health) Page 2 of 60

7 Progression Entry routes for learners Prior to registration for the qualification learners are required to: be accurately identified be at least 16 years of age be able to communicate effectively in English 2 (this includes listening, speaking, reading and writing). There are no additional prerequisites to certification other than the successful completion of the required assessments. It is strongly recommended that learners hold a Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (or equivalent) prior to registering onto this qualification. Exit routes for learners: education This qualification provides progression to other qualifications at the same or higher levels, for example: 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Strength and Conditioning for Sport (QCF) 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Physical Development and Physical Activity in the Early Years (QCF) 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education and School Sport (QCF) 1st4sport Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Supporting the Delivery of Physical Education and School Sport (QCF) 1st4sport Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Personal Training Exit routes for learners: employment This qualification may lead to permanent employment as a Personal Trainer. Learners who complete this qualification are eligible to join the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) as a Level 3 member. 2 Learners must be able to understand the requirements of the qualification and the information within the qualification materials in English without assistance. Where there is demand, this qualification may also be available in Welsh or Irish. Page 3 of 60

8 Market and Support Target Audience: Learners Target audience: centres Target Audience: employers Alternatives: Support This qualification is for learners who wish to become personal trainers. This qualification can lead to employment or selfemployment as a personal trainer or promotion to the role of a personal trainer for a fitness instructor already in employment. The qualification is designed to be delivered through a range of centres which include but is not limited to colleges, training providers, schools, gyms, health clubs, spas, hotels, leisure centres, swimming pools and community centres. The qualification is designed to support employers of personal trainers in a range of settings which include but is not limited to gyms, health clubs, spas, hotels, leisure centres, swimming pools, community centres, colleges and schools. Please see above; Exit routes for learners: education for alternative qualifications. Note that; this qualification is offered by a number of awarding organisations. Information on these awarding organisations can be sourced via the register of regulated qualifications. This qualification is supported by British Weight Lifting (BWL) as the national governing body and trade association for weight lifting in the UK. Technical experts from within BWL have provided technical advice in the development of the resources supporting this qualification. For further information, please see British Weight Lifting. The qualification also has the support of CIMSPA, the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity, as an industry-relevant qualification contributing to the industry s professional framework The qualification is also recognised by REPS the Register of Exercise Professionals, as an entry qualification. Page 4 of 60

9 Qualification Approval Conditions 1st4sport recognised centres are required to comply with the 1st4sport Centre Recognition Conditions. All centres who have achieved qualification approval status for this qualification are also obliged to comply with the following Qualification Approval Conditions. Failure to comply with all relevant conditions will result in sanctions being applied which may lead to qualification approval status being revoked. Centres are advised to ensure their qualification workforce is familiar with the conditions which impact upon them, their role and responsibilities. Section One: Qualification Resources QCON 1.1 Qualification workforce capacity and ratios Conditions The recognised centre is required to have a qualified and competent qualification workforce in place which includes as a minimum 3 : a qualification administrator a qualification coordinator an qualified assessor to conduct assessment an appropriately qualified internal quality assurer to conduct internal quality assurance (IQA) 4 In deploying the workforce, the recognised centre must ensure that assessment of written work and observed live assessments must be conducted on a 1:1 basis. Evidence: minimum workforce Must be evidenced in the Staff section of Athena. Each member of staff must be named and linked to the qualification and role. CVs and certificates are required to be uploaded into each staff member s personal profile area also in the staff section of Athena. The information is required to be current at all times. Evidence: ratios Must be evidenced through: attendance registers for staff and learners course/programme authorisation requests to 1st4sport internal quality assurance sampling plans and reports. 3 One person may fulfil a number of the required roles. 4 Internal quality assurers must not tutor or assess on a course where they are completing the internal quality assurance. Page 5 of 60

10 QCON 1.2 Qualification administrator Conditions The recognised centre is required to recruit and deploy a qualification administrator who is responsible for the administration of this qualification via timely, accurate administration activities. These must comply with the 1st4sport Position Statement: Qualification Administration. Evidence: competence Must be evidenced through: course authorisation and any related activities learner registration and any related activities learner certification and any related activities. QCON 1.3 Qualification coordinator Conditions The recognised centre is required to recruit and deploy a qualification coordinator who is responsible for ensuring compliance with the qualification approval conditions outlined within this qualification specification. Evidence: competence Must be evidenced through: qualification resource records (staff, sites, learning and assessment materials) qualification administration, initial assessment and induction records training, assessment and internal quality assurance records Page 6 of 60

11 QCON 1.4 Tutors Conditions The recognised centre is required to recruit and deploy a minimum of one qualified and competent Tutor who is required to deliver the teaching and learning programme. In fulfilling their role Tutors are required to be able to: demonstrate knowledge of and a commitment to the Exercise and Fitness Code of Ethical Practice whilst fulfilling their role demonstrate knowledge of, and show commitment to the active leisure, learning and well-being values statement for all staff as well as any specific values that relate to the working contexts in which this level 3 qualification is being achieved. Tutors must declare any conflict of interest they may have at a centre to allow this to be appropriately managed. Tutors must attend an induction into the qualification before they can deliver it. It is expected that the recognised centre will provide this training. Evidence: initial capability and competence Must be evidenced through CVs and valid certificates being uploaded into each member of staff s personal profile within Athena. CVs are required to contain information to support occupational competence. Certificates are required to evidence that each Tutor: hold, or be working towards, a recognised teaching award at Level 3 or above. For example Level 3 Award in Education and Training (QCF), Level 3 Award in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (QCF) (PTLLS) possess a discipline specific qualification equivalent to the Level 3 Award/Certificate/Diploma in Personal Training NVQ, or equivalent (equivalences will be checked via REPS) have knowledge of and a commitment to the Exercise and Fitness Code of Ethical Practice demonstrate active involvement in a process of industry relevant Continued Professional Development during the last two years. It is also desirable, but not essential, that assessors are registered with the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS) Evidence: ongoing capability and competence Must be evidenced through: Continued Professional Development (CPD) records standardisation activities internal quality assurance reports and action responses external quality assurance reports and action responses (Athena) Page 7 of 60

12 QCON 1.5 Assessors Conditions The recognised centre is required to recruit and deploy a minimum of one qualified and competent Assessor who is required to conduct valid and reliable assessment. In fulfilling their role assessors are required to be able to: demonstrate knowledge of and a commitment to the Exercise and Fitness Code of Ethical Practice whilst fulfilling their role demonstrate knowledge of, and show commitment to the active leisure, learning and well-being values statement for all staff as well as any specific values that relate to the working contexts in which this level 3 qualification is being achieved. Assessors must declare any conflict of interest they may have at a centre to allow this to be appropriately managed. Assessors must attend an induction into the qualification before they can assess it. It is expected that the recognised centre will provide this training. Evidence: initial capability and competence Must be evidenced through CVs and valid certificates being uploaded into each member of staff s personal profile within Athena. CVs are required to contain information to support occupational competence. Certificates are required to evidence that each Assessor: hold, or be working towards, a recognised assessing award at Level 3 or above that includes assessing in the workplace. For example Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in a Work Environment (QCF), Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (QCF), A1, D32/33 possess a discipline specific qualification equivalent to the Level 3 Award/Certificate/Diploma in Personal Training NVQ, or equivalent (equivalences will be checked via REPS) have knowledge of and a commitment to the Exercise and Fitness Code of Ethical Practice demonstrate active involvement in a process of industry relevant Continued Professional Development during the last two years It is also desirable, but not essential, that Assessors are registered with the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS) Evidence: ongoing capability and competence Must be evidenced through: Continued Professional Development (CPD) records standardisation activities internal quality assurance reports and action responses external quality assurance reports and action responses (Athena) Page 8 of 60

13 QCON 1.6 Internal Quality Assurers Conditions The recognised centre is required to recruit and deploy a minimum of one qualified and competent internal quality assurer who is required to conduct valid and reliable assessment. In fulfilling their role, internal quality assurers are required to be qualified and competence and be able to: demonstrate knowledge of and a commitment to the Exercise and Fitness Code of Ethical Practice whilst fulfilling their role demonstrate knowledge of, and show commitment to the active leisure, learning and well-being values statement for all staff as well as any specific values that relate to the working contexts in which this level 3 qualification is being achieved Internal quality assurers are required to declare any conflict of interest they may have at a centre to allow this to be appropriately managed. Internal quality assurers are also required to attend an induction into the qualification before they can assess it. It is expected that the recognised centre will provide this training. Evidence: initial capability and competence Must be evidenced through CVs and valid certificates being uploaded into each member of staff s personal profile within Athena. CVs are required to contain information to support occupational competence. Certificates are required to evidence that each internal quality assurer: hold, or be working towards, a recognised internal quality assurance award at Level 4 or above. For example Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (QCF), V1, D34 hold a discipline specific qualification equivalent to the Level 3 Award/Certificate/Diploma in Personal Training, or equivalent (equivalences will be checked via REPS) demonstrate active involvement in a process of industry relevant Continued Professional Development during the last two years It is also desirable, but not essential, that internal quality assurers are registered with the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPS) Evidence: ongoing capability and competence Must be evidenced through: Continued Professional Development (CPD) records standardisation activities internal quality assurance reports and action responses external quality assurance reports and action responses (Athena) Page 9 of 60

14 QCON 1.7 Qualification delivery sites, facilities and environment Conditions Evidence: sites and facilities The recognised centre is required to have one or more delivery sites which contain facilities to support the programme of training and assessment. These must comply with Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and have in place appropriate access arrangements. All training and assessment sites must include the following facilities: A practical space to be used for training and assessment activities; appropriate to also the pathway context delivered by the centre. This will include: a fitness suite for gym-based exercise an appropriate outdoor space to allow participants to participate safely outdoors where required Must be evidenced through: inventories and dynamic risk assessments internal quality assurance reports and action responses external quality assurance reports and action responses (Athena) A classroom or suitable theory space. This must contain multimedia facilities such as data projector and laptop, flip chart and pens. An examination space which allows for the correct and appropriate deliver of examinations. Invigilators must use the appropriate invigilation instructions which can be found here. The environments must be conducive to learning; lighting and temperature should be appropriate to the learner needs. The space surrounding delivery and assessment areas must be safe and free of obstructions. Page 10 of 60

15 QCON 1.8 Qualification equipment Conditions The recognised centre is required to have equipment in place to facilitate the full programme of training and assessment; ensuring that learners and participants wear appropriate attire at all times. Theory equipment must include and pens. Centres are required to have access to the following cardiovascular equipment: Upright cycle Recumbent cycle Treadmill Stepper Rowing machine Elliptical trainer Cross trainer And A range of resistance machines A range of free weight equipment, including barbells and dumbbells, and cables (where available) Evidence: equipment Must be evidenced through: inventories internal quality assurance reports and action responses external quality assurance reports and action responses (Athena) The centre will also need access to a range of fitness testing equipment to facilitate the following measurements: Blood pressure (manual and digital where available) Anthropometrics (e.g. height and weight, BMI, waist circumference or waist to hips ratio) Body composition (e.g. callipers, bio-electrical impedance etc) Cardiovascular fitness (using validated/recognised protocols such as Astrand bike test, Rockport walking test etc) Range of motion (e.g. using validated/recognised protocols such as sit and reach test, visual assessment during stretch positions etc) Muscular fitness (e.g. using validated/recognised protocols such as abdominal curl/sit-up test, press-up test etc) Page 11 of 60

16 QCON 1.9 Qualification materials Conditions The recognised centre is eligible to utilise the 1st4sport Learner Portfolio provided by 1st4sport in order to facilitate the evidence collection process. Assessors and internal quality assurers are also eligible to utilise the standardised assessor and internal quality assurer tools to support them in roles. The recognised centre is required to ensure that the 1st4sport record of achievement is completed for each registered learner. Evidence: materials Must be evidenced through: a published programme of training and assessment evidence mapping tools assessor feedback mechanisms completed 1st4sport record of achievement internal quality assurance reports and action responses external quality assurance reports and action responses (Athena) QCON 1.10 Qualification fees 5 Conditions The recognised centre is required to pay a 42 (+VAT) learner registration and certification fee per registered learner when the programme is authorised with 1st4sport within the appropriate timescales. The recognised centre is required to ensure that learners are provided with information on the total cost of achieving the qualification; this should include a comprehensive package of training, assessment and any optional costs made very clear at the point the learner enters into a contract with the centre. Evidence: fees Must be evidenced through: pre-course marketing tools pre-course instructions to learners course authorisation requests to 1st4sport and related payment logs. 5 Where recognised centres wish to authorise courses between 10 and 19 working days before the start of the course, we will automatically upgrade the course to our FastTrack service for additional 5 fee per learner (plus VAT where this is applicable). Page 12 of 60

17 Section Two: Administration, initial assessment and inductions QCON 2.1 Course/programme administration Conditions All recognised centres should utilise the 1st4sport centre portal to authorise courses, register and certificate learners. To gain access to this system the centre needs to register interest with 1st4sport and be issued a system access key of username and password. To obtain assistance or to requests this contact the 1st4sport Centre Support Team on: Tel: services@1st4sportqualifications.com QCON 2.2 Learner eligibility and pre-requisites Conditions The recognised centre is required to conduct an initial assessment of learners to ensure that pre-requisites to registration and certification are considered and outcomes recorded during the application process. Prior to registration learners are required to: be accurately identified be at least 16 years of age be able to communicate effectively in English 6 (this includes listening, speaking, reading and writing). Evidence: administration records Must be evidenced though: engagement with the 1st4sport portal course authorisation records, related updates and communications learner registration records, related updates and communications learner certification records, related updates and communications. Evidence: pre-requisites Must be evidenced through: learner records containing personal data including title, name, date of birth, address gender nationally, ethnicity, disability and access needs learner identity check records containing the type of proof reviewed, the reviewer s name and the date confirmed records of activities to check understanding of the English language (where this is deemed to be necessary). It is advisable for the learners to have experience in using the techniques stated within the technical syllabus for this qualification. There are no additional pre-requisites to certification other than successful completion of all learning outcomes and assessment criteria. 6 Learners must be able to understand the requirements of the qualification and the information within the qualification materials in English without assistance. Where there is demand, this qualification may also be available in Welsh or Irish. Page 13 of 60

18 QCON 2.3 Learner eligibility and barriers to access Conditions The recognised centre is required to conduct an initial assessment of learners to consider barriers to access in accordance Equality Act and its protected characteristics. Barriers have been identified in order to preserve the integrity, the technical requirements and duty of care. These include: age individuals under the age of 16 are not permitted to attend this qualification for safety purposes. As a result no adjustments to this barrier can be applied. race individuals who do not speak English to an appropriate standard for quality assurance purposes. In such cases reasonable adjustments will not be applied. disability individuals with mental or physical or learning disabilities may find some of the competencies difficult and/or dangerous to their well being. pregnancy and maternity it could be detrimental to the health of a pregnant woman and her unborn child to attempt the full extent of the competencies within this qualification. Evidence: access arrangements Must be evidenced though: learner application forms or web-based application services (where disabilities and access requests are recorded) reasonable adjustment requests, supporting evidence 8 and clearly implemented arrangements. Reasonable adjustments should be requested in accordance with the 1st4sport Position Statement: Access Arrangements where learners have declared disability, pregnancy or maternity barriers. 7 There are no barriers to access on the grounds of marriage, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or gender transformation. 8 Medical reports, diagnostic tests or professional testimonies Page 14 of 60

19 QCON 2.4 Learner eligibility and recognised prior learning Conditions Evidence: RPL The recognised centre is required to consider evidence submitted by a leaner as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). This is defined as evidence to show that a learner is able to meet the learning outcomes within a unit through knowledge, understanding or skills they already possess without undertaking the course of training. RPL evidence and mapping to learning outcomes RPL assessment records Learners are required to submit sufficient, reliable and valid evidence for internal quality assurance purposes. RPL is acceptable for accrediting a unit, several units or the whole qualification. QCON 2.5 Learner enrolment, agreement and registration period Conditions The recognised centre is required to have a fair and equitable enrolment process. Where eligibility is confirmed, the recognised centre is required to have an agreement in place with each learner to ensure that they: conduct themselves accordingly in accordance with a code of conduct are equipped with appropriate apparel to facilitate instructing activities understand that the registration period for this qualification is 2 years (24 months) in which time they must complete all aspects of their learning and assessment including reassessments. comply with recognised centre policy and procedure comply with the qualification conditions, 1st4sport policy, position statements and related processes. Evidence: enrolment process Must be evidenced through: learner application forms or web based application services signed learning agreements/contracts 9. 9 It is acceptable for the learner agreement to form part of a declaration within the application/enrolment form. Page 15 of 60

20 QCON 2.6 Learner Inductions Conditions The recognised centre is required to provide an effective qualification and course induction to all learners which introduces: the individual members of the centre s workforce and their roles the centre s policies and procedures which as a minimum must cover: - health and safety - equality and diversity - data protection - malpractice/maladministration - appeals - complaints - child/vulnerable adult safeguarding. information on their Unique Learner Number (ULN) and the Personal Learner Record (PLR) (for centres in England only at this time). the learning outcomes and the assessment criteria the training and assessment programme links to National Occupational Standards and functional skills the position of the qualification in relation to others and any progression opportunities any scheduled internal or external quality assurance activities. Evidence: in Must be evidenced through: induction attendance registers and records policy booklets or signposts induction documentation. Page 16 of 60

21 Section Three: Training and Assessment QCON 3.1 Training and Assessment Hours Conditions The recognised centre is required to deliver the qualification in accordance with the recommended 245 guided learning hours. In doing so the recognised centre must ensure that each learner is given the opportunity to complete the seven mandatory units, giving the learner 36 credits. The recommended hours may need to be extended for learners with additional needs. QCON 3.2 The Training and Assessment Programme Conditions The recognised centre is required to use the 1st4sport training and assessment programme adapting where necessary to meet the specific needs of individual learners. In delivering the programme the following is considered: all learning outcomes all assessment opportunities and the assessment criteria each learner s individual needs the learners registration period (2 years). Evidence: learning hours Must be evidenced through: marketing tools (where these exist) a published learning and assessment programme. Evidence: course programme Training and assessment programmes must be evidenced through: a published learning and assessment programme per course course administration records. Page 17 of 60

22 QCON 3.3 Assessment Specification Conditions The recognised centre is required to ensure this assessment specification is fully complied with without deviation. All assessment components for this qualification are required to be completed and submitted by learners within appropriate timescales established by the recognised centre within the assessment strategy; ensuring the assessment plan incorporates provision for reassessment(s) within the learner s registration period. Evidence: assessment Must be evidenced through: records of learners attendance and achievements completion of 1st4sport Learner Portfolios assessed in accordance with the 1st4sport Assessor Guidance internal quality assurance reports external quality assurance reports and action responses (Athena). QCON 3.4 Assessment Tools Conditions The recognised centre is required to use valid and reliable assessment tools which have been designed either by the recognised centre or alternatively they may wish to use the assessment and evidence mapping tools provided by 1st4sport. Evidence: assessment tools Must be evidenced through: a record of learners attendance and achievement of each task and units, the assessor and completion dates completed learner portfolios internal quality assurance reports external quality assurance reports and action responses (Athena). Evidence: alternative arrangements Must be evidenced through: an alternative assessment arrangements request the completion of agreed alternative assessment tools. Page 18 of 60

23 QCON 3.5 Assessment Eligibility Conditions The recognised centre is required to ensure all learners who have attended the full programme of training are given opportunities to be assessed within their period of registration for the qualification. Learners will be assessed on their technical ability during the programme. Assessment will be on an individual basis through practical demonstration and portfolio of evidence. QCON 3.6 Assessment Process Conditions The recognised centre is required to ensure that the assessment process is managed effectively and ensures: assessment schedules are communicated assessment briefings are completed with reference to the format of the assessment, what is expected of learners and the assessment criteria being used the assessment is conducted in line with the assessor guidance assessment decisions are made in line with the principles of assessment (Validity Authenticity, Reliability, Currency, Sufficiency of evidence) assessment decisions are communicated via established channels assessment decisions are recorded and shared with learners after internal quality assurance has been completed. Evidence: eligibility for assessment Must be evidenced through: the full programme of training must be evidenced through registers and/or records of attendance assessment records 1 st 4sport Learner Portfolio Evidence: assessment process Must be evidenced though: a published training and assessment programme assessment schedules per learner records of attendance and achievements assessed learner portfolios completed Record of Achievement, per learner assessor communications to administrators internal quality assurance records and action responses external quality assurance reports and action responses (Athena). Page 19 of 60

24 QCON 3.7 Eligibility of Learners for Special Consideration Conditions The recognised centre is required to ensure learners who are disadvantaged, unable to complete or attend their assessment due to emotional, physical difficulties or adverse circumstances, request special consideration in accordance with the 1st4sport Position Statement: Access Arrangements. QCON 3.8 Eligibility of Learners for Certification Conditions The recognised centre is required to ensure that learners who have completed all pre-requisites, assessment requirements, and who have been confirmed by the assessor as eligible for certification, are certificated. Where a quality assurance sampling plan requires an intervention to be conducted, outcomes must not be confirmed to learners until the sampling and any residual actions have been completed. Evidence: access arrangements Must be evidenced through: special consideration requests (Athena) implementation of the arrangements. Evidence: certification Must be evidenced through: assessment tracking and records assessor communications to the qualification administrator administrator communications to learners internal quality assurancereports certification requests to 1st4sport. Page 20 of 60

25 QCON 3.9 Reassessments Conditions The recognised centre is required to ensure that learners who are unsuccessful in any aspect of assessment are offered a maximum of two opportunities to re-sit the appropriate assessment component within their period of registration (two years). Recognised centres may levy additional charges for conducting reassessments. All reassessments must be conducted in accordance with the assessment specification. Evidence: reassessment activities Must be evidenced through: assessment schedules per learner records of attendance and achievements completed/updated learner portfolios completed/updated Record of Achievement, per learner assessor communications to administrators internal quality assurance records and action responses external quality assurance reports and action responses (Athena). Page 21 of 60

26 Section Four: Internal Quality Assurance QCON 4.1 Internal Quality Assurance Strategy Conditions The recognised centre is required to have in place an internal quality assurance strategy comprising of strategic objectives which include, but are not limited to: a selected sample of evidence and assessor feedback across 25% of learners is internally verified from 100% of the courses authorised all active assessors are internally quality assured across all active assessment sites over a 12 month period standardisation activities conducted annually and focussed on assessment and internal quality assurance internal quality assurance conducted in accordance with a risk based approach; assessors and assessments perceived as high risk experience more frequent internal assurance interventions. Evidence: strategy Must be evidenced through: a current internal quality assurance strategy document uploaded into the Documents section of Athena Page 22 of 60

27 QCON 4.2 Internal Quality Assurance Sampling Conditions The recognised centre is required to have sampling plan in support of the strategy; communicated to the External Quality Assurer. QCON 4.3 Internal Quality Assurance Interventions Conditions The recognised centre is required to ensure internal quality assurance interventions across all assessors at all sites in line with the sampling plans include: observation of performance sampling of assessment portfolio evidence conduct of learner interviews workforce interviews Evidence: sampling activities Must be evidenced through: sampling plans internal quality assurance reports. Evidence: internal quality assurancesampling Must be evidenced through: internal quality assurance reports reviews and action plans The interventions must ensure that support and development is given to the centre and the qualification workforce and specifically to the assessment workforce team. Page 23 of 60

28 Communications and Contacts In an effort to reduce the costs of our qualifications we aim to utilise electronic means of communication wherever possible. 1st4sport Qualification s website or should be the first port of call for organisations or individuals looking for information. Additional important contacts British Weight Lifting Contact Details Skills Active The Sector Skills Council for Active leisure, Learning and Wellbeing sports coach UK, the UK's technical agency for coaching The Register of Regulated Qualifications The Office of the Qualifications and Examination regulator (Ofqual) Qualifications Wales Department for Education The Department for Business Innovation and Skills (BIS) Learning Records Service Website: General enquiries: enquiries@britishweightlifting.org Course enquiries: courses@britishweightlifting.org Telephone: Website: skillsactive.com Enquiries skills@skillsactive.com Telephone: Website: sportscoachuk.org Enquiries via web form at sportscoachuk.org/contact Telephone: The full list of qualifications awarded by 1st4sport is either available on request or can be viewed on the Register of Regulated Qualifications: register.ofqual.gov.uk/qualification?recognitionnumber=rn Website: gov.uk/government/organisations/ofqual Website: qualificationswales.org Website: gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-education Website: gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-business-innovation-skills Website: gov.uk/government/collections/learning-records-service 10 Any changes to qualifications will be communicated with recognised centres via various means of communications. Page 24 of 60

29 Appendix A: Knowledge Syllabus for the 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training Knowledge Syllabus Components Bones - Axial Skeleton Cranium Cervical Vertebrae Thoracic Vertebrae Lumbar Vertebrae Sacral Vertebrae Sternum Ribs Coccyx Scapula Bones Appendicular Skeleton Clavicle Humerus Ulna Radius Carpals Metacarpals Phalanges Ilium Joints Immovable Slightly Moveable Freely movable/synovial Gliding Pivot Ball and Socket Hinge Condyloid/Ellipsoid Saddle Rotator Cuff Teres minor Supraspinatus Subscapularis Infraspinatus Ischium Pubis Femur Patella Tibia Fibula Tarsals Calcaneus Metatarsals Diaphragm Intercostals Spinal Extensors Erector Spinae: Iliocostalis, Longissimus, Spinalis Multifidus Quadratus Lumborum Gluteals Adductors Magnus, Brevis, Longus, Pectinius, Gracilis, Page 25 of 60

30 Knowledge Syllabus Components Shoulder Girdle Levator Scapulae Pectoralis Minor Serratus Anterior Trapezius Rhomboids major/minor Teres Major Pectoralis Major Latissimus Dorsi Deltoids Biceps Triceps Abdominals Major Muscles Hamstrings Internal and external Obliques, Transverse abdominis Rectus Abdominis Semitendinosus Semimembranosus Biceps Femoris Hip Flexors (Iliopsoas) Iliacus Psoas Major Sartorius Abductors Gluteus Medius, Gluteus Minimus, Piriformis, Tensor Fascia Latae Quadriceps Rectus Femoris Vastus Lateralis Vastus Medialis Vastus Intermedius Gastrocnemius Soleus Anterior Tibialis Page 26 of 60

31 Appendix B: Units Specifications for the 1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training Unit title: Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health Unit level: 3 Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 43 Credit: 6 Learning outcomes The learner will: 1 Understand the heart and circulatory system and its relation to exercise and health Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1 Explain the function of the heart valves 1.2 Describe coronary circulation 1.3 Explain the effect of disease processes on the structure and function of blood vessels 1.4 Explain the short and long term effects of exercise on blood pressure, including the valsalva effect 1.5 Explain the cardiovascular benefits and risks of endurance/aerobic training 1.6 Define blood pressure classifications and associated health risks 2 Understand the musculoskeletal system and its relation to exercise 2.1 Explain the cellular structure of muscle fibres 2.2 Describe the sliding filament theory 2.3 Explain the effects of different types of exercises on muscle fibre type 2.4 Identify and locate the muscle attachment sites for the major muscles of the body 2.5 Name, locate and explain the function of skeletal muscle involved in physical activity Page 27 of 60

32 2.6 Identify the anatomical axis and planes with regard to joint actions and different exercises 2.7 Explain the joint actions brought about by specific muscle group contractions 2.8 Describe joints/joint structure with regard to range of motion/movement and injury risk 2.9 Describe joint movement potential and joint actions 2.10 Describe the structure of the pelvic girdle and associated muscles and ligaments 3 Understand postural and core stability 3.1 Describe the structure and function of the stabilising ligaments and muscles of the spine 3.2 Describe local muscle changes that can take place due to insufficient stabilisation 3.3 Explain the potential effects of abdominal adiposity and poor posture on movement efficiency 3.4 Explain the potential problems that can occur as a result of postural deviations 3.5 Explain the impact of core stabilisation exercise and the potential for injury/aggravation of problems 3.6 Explain the benefits, risks and applications of the following types of stretching: static (passive and active) dynamic proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation Page 28 of 60

33 4 Understand the nervous system and its relation to exercise 4.1 Describe the specific roles of: the central nervous system (CNS) the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) including somatic and autonomic systems 4.2 Describe nervous control and transmission of a nervous impulse 4.3 Describe the structure and function of a neuron 4.4 Explain the role of a motor unit 4.5 Explain the process of motor unit recruitment and the significance of a motor unit s size and number of muscle fibres 4.6 Explain the function of muscle proprioceptors and the stretch reflex 4.7 Explain reciprocal inhibition and its relevance to exercise 4.8 Explain the neuromuscular adaptations associated with exercise/training 4.9 Explain the benefits of improved neuromuscular coordination/efficiency to exercise performance 5 Understand the endocrine system and its relation to exercise and health 5.1 Describe the functions of the endocrine system 5.2 Identify the major glands in the endocrine system 5.3 Explain the function of hormones including: growth hormone thyroid hormones corticosteroids catecholamines Page 29 of 60

34 insulin glucagon 6 Understand energy systems and their relation to exercise 6.1 Identify the contribution of energy according to: duration of exercise/activity being performed type of exercise/activity being performed intensity of exercise/activity being performed 6.2 Identify the by-products of the three energy systems and their significance in muscle fatigue 6.3 Describe the effect of endurance training/advanced training methods on the use of fuel for exercise Page 30 of 60

35 Unit title: Principles of exercise, fitness and health Unit level: 2 Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 28 Credit: 4 Learning outcomes The learner will: 1 Understand the effects of exercise on the body Assessment criteria The learner can: 1.1 Describe cardiovascular and respiratory adaptations to endurance/aerobic training 1.2 Identify the short and long term effects of exercise on blood pressure 1.3 Describe the blood pooling effect following exercise 1.4 Describe the effects of exercise on bones and joints including the significance of weight bearing exercise 1.5 Describe delayed onset of muscle soreness (DOMS) 1.6 Identify exercises or techniques likely to cause delayed onset of muscle soreness 1.7 Describe the short and long term effects of different types of exercise on muscle 1.8 Describe different exercises that can improve posture 2 Understand the components of fitness 2.1 Define the components of health related fitness 2.2 Define the components of skill related fitness 2.3 Identify the factors that affect health and skill related fitness Page 31 of 60

36 3 Understand how to apply the principles and variables of fitness to an exercise programme 3.1 Describe the physiological implications of: specificity progressive overload reversibility adaptability individuality recovery time 3.2 Explain the principles of FITT (Frequency, Intensity, Time and Type) 3.3 Explain the principles of a progressive training programme in developing components of fitness 3.4 Explain how to recognise when and how to regress a training programme 3.5 Explain the principles of adaptation, modification and progression for each component of FITT (Frequency, Intensity, Time and Type) 3.6 Describe the effect of speed on posture, alignment and intensity 3.7 Describe the effect of levers, gravity and resistance on exercise 3.8 Describe the differences between programming exercise for physical fitness and for health benefits Page 32 of 60

37 4 Understand the Exercise contraindications and key safety guidelines for special populations 4.1 Describe the exercise contraindications and key safety guidelines for working with older people (50 plus) 4.2 Describe the exercise contraindications and key safety guidelines for working with antenatal and postnatal clients 4.3 Describe the exercise contraindications and key safety guidelines for working with young people (14-16) 4.4 Describe the key safety considerations for working with disabled people 5 Understand how to safely monitor exercise intensity 6 Understand the health benefits of physical activity 5.1 Describe the benefits and limitations of different methods of monitoring exercise intensity including: the talk test Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) heart rate monitoring and the use of different heart rate zones 6.1 Describe the health benefits of physical activity 6.2 Describe the effect of physical activity on the causes of certain diseases including: Coronary Heart Disease Some cancers Type 2 Diabetes Hypertension Obesity Osteoporosis Page 33 of 60