Framework Issue Number 5M Framework Issue Number 5M. Level 2 Apprenticeship in Active Leisure and Learning

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1 Level 2 Apprenticeship in Active Leisure and Learning Level 3 Apprenticeship in Active Leisure and Learning Framework Issue Number 5M Framework Issue Number 5M Framework Code Date funding agreed Implementation date: England Northern Ireland N/A NI only 1 st May 2011 Active Leisure and Learning NI framework 5M

2 Contents 1. CONTACT DETAILS OF THE (INSERT SECTOR/INDUSTRY) 1.1 Responsibility for the Framework 3 2. SUMMARY OF MANDATORY OUTCOMES Summary of mandatory outcomes for the Level 2 apprenticeship in Active Leisure and Learning Summary of mandatory outcomes for the Level 3 apprenticeship in 4 5 Active Leisure and Learning 3. OVERVIEW OF THE FRAMEWORK Rationale for the Framework 7 4. CONTENT OF THE FRAMEWORK Competence Based Element Knowledge Based Element Essential Skills Additional Employer Requirements Employer Rights and Responsibilities IMPLEMENTATION OF THE FRAMEWORK Employed Status Entry Requirements Minimum Duration of Training Health and Safety Equality and Inclusion Transfer Arrangements from the Previous Framework ACHIEVEMENT AND PROGRESSION Certification Progression FACTSHEET 35 Annex A Mandatory Qualifications contained in the Framework 37 Active Leisure and Learning NI framework 5M

3 1. Contact Details of the Industry or Sector Title, level and coverage of apprenticeship Name of Sector Skills Council/Standard Setting Body Contact name Address Level 2 Apprenticeship and Level 3 Apprenticeship in Active Leisure and Learning SkillsActive Krisztina Biliczky Castlewood House New Oxford Street London WC1A 1PX Telephone number Fax number address Krisztina.biliczky@skillsactive.com Date of Implementation 1 st May Responsibility for the Framework This framework covers the majority of occupational pathways within the Active Leisure and Learning Sector. These include coaching, instructing fitness, leadership, playwork, operations and facility management, spectator safety, and the breadth of outdoor education. As the officially licensed Sector Skills Council, SkillsActive sees this apprenticeship framework as crucial in the development and training of a workforce competent to deliver a highly professional and quality service. Some of the changes which have been made to bring this framework up to date will allow employers to really understand the implications and components of an Apprenticeship, and will hopefully encourage many new employers to utilise the programme of learning to shape their current and future workforce. There are a number of new initiatives within the Sector which will impact on the design and take up of this framework, including our successful Olympic bid, the new UK Coaching Certificate, and the Sector Skills Agreement. SkillsActive will work closely with their employers, key partners; The Alliance of Sector Skills Councils and DEL ensure improved take up of apprentices, a fit for purpose framework and high completion rates. 3

4 2.1 Summary of the Mandatory Outcomes for the Active Leisure and Learning Level 2 Apprenticeship Framework Code Framework Issue Number M Apprenticeship/Foundation Modern Apprenticeship Level QCF Competence Qualification(s) level 2 NVQ certificate in Active leisure and learning and wellbeing operational services level 2 NVQ diploma in instructing exercise and fitness level 2 NVQ Certificate in Activity Leadership Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Playwork Technical certificate(s)/knowledge Qualification 2 Please See Individual Pathways later in the Document. Essential Skills Application of Number Communications 1 1 Additional Employer Requirements / Industry Skill(s) Please See Individual Pathways later in the document. Employee rights and responsibilities Materials covering: the rights and responsibilities of workers (including equal opportunities legislation) the organisation, disciplines and representative structures of the industries concerned the impact on the sector of public law and policies The Employment Responsibilities and Rights component of the framework is fully covered within the approved Industry and Organisational Awareness Technical Certificates, evidence of which will be required for certification. 4

5 2.2 Summary of the Mandatory Outcomes for the Active Leisure and Learning Level 3 Apprenticeship Framework Code Framework Issue Number M Advanced Apprenticeship/Modern Apprenticeship Level QCF Competence Qualification(s) Level 3 NVQ Diploma in personal training Level 3 NVQ diploma in Playwork Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Outdoor Programmes Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Leisure Management Technical certificate(s)/knowledge Qualification 3 Please See Individual Pathways later in the Document. Essential Skills Application of Number Communications 2 2 Additional Employer Requirements / Industry Skills Please See Individual Pathways later in the document. Employee rights and responsibilities Materials covering: the rights and responsibilities of workers (including equal opportunities legislation) the organisation, disciplines and representative structures of the industries concerned the impact on the sector of public law and policies The Employment Responsibilities and Rights component of the framework is fully covered within the approved Industry and Organisational Awareness Technical 5

6 Certificates, evidence of which will be required for certification 6

7 3 Overview of the Framework 3.1 Rationale for Framework The Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure and Learning represents an industry that is a significant employment sector within the UK, directly employing an estimated 620,000, plus a large army of volunteers in excess of 5.8million. Employment covers the public, private and voluntary sectors, with examples of workplaces as follows: sport and leisure (sport centres, swimming pools, sports clubs) stadia and arena (e.g. ice-rinks, athletics, cricket and football stadia) professional sport (e.g. footballers/golf professionals) sports clubs and professional sport exercise & fitness (e.g. health and fitness clubs, hotel gyms) outdoor education, development training recreation & sport (e.g. Outdoor Education Centres, Activity Camps) children s play (children s play and activity schemes) leisure attractions (amusement parks, piers & attractions) tennis courts and artificial surface installations sports development & administration golf courses & driving ranges sports manufacturers, suppliers & retailers caravan parks Many of these facilities are multi-functional and provide for a range of broader leisure activities, significantly enhancing the community and the tourism value of their locality. Apprentices could be employed across a range of jobs such as Leisure Centre Supervisor or Assistant, Activity Leaders, Fitness Instructor, Play Leader or Coach. For a Level 2 Apprentice it is likely to be their first step into the Sector working at an operational level whereas an Advanced Apprentice will be working at a higher level such as a supervisor, senior instructor, duty manager or team leader and is likely to have experience of working in the industry Please note for ease, the term Active Leisure and Learning is used to cover all the specialist fields covered by the SSC and its S/QCF Competence Qualification /QCF framework and Level 2 Apprentice and Level 3 Apprentice will be used throughout. The Target Group Apprenticeship programmes provide work-based training and development for anyone aged above 16 years. 7

8 A nationally recognised Apprenticeship Certificate will be awarded upon completion of all the mandatory components, provided there has been quality assurance of the programme at the discretion of SkillsActive. Entry is at two levels, and depends upon: the potential of the young person to achieve the requirements of the programme the level and range of activities they will be undertaking in the workplace Partners in the Programme Employers play an active role by providing apprentices with opportunities to learn in their workplace and many are supported by local providers who provide training and assessment services. DEL provides funding towards the apprentice s training programme, which is backed up by a Personal Training Plan and each party signs a Training Agreement. Funding and contracting for national and multi-site employers is managed through DEL. 3.2 Employed Status Apprentices must be in or about to take up permanent paid employment within a Northern Ireland-based company, and must be contracted to work a minimum of 21 hours per week with one employer. In commercial environments it is expected that the Apprentice will be paid a wage at a level agreed between the young person and the employer. Within the Active Leisure and Learning sector there are a variety of different employment patterns that will need to be considered when implementing the framework to ensure accessibility for all. These reflect the nature of work within the industry and may be: seasonal - for example in activity centres that only operate from March through to October may result in gaps in the Apprenticeship programme part-time - some organisations only employ part-time staff for example Play Leaders or Sports Coaches freelance - for example instructors and sports coaches usually working in more than one organisation. In addition some job roles within the industry do not permit Apprentices to carry out certain workplace activities until over the age of 18 due to the nature of responsibility within some areas of work and legal circumstances whereby people under the age of 18 cannot be employed, for example: working with young children working in security or public protection services Wages and Allowances The employer pays the apprentice a wage 8

9 An employer should be aware of the National Minimum Wage (NMW) regulations which apply to their employees. If unsure the employer should contact the NMW helpline on or at Funding DEL funding for Apprenticeships is for anyone above the age of 16. 9

10 4 Content of Framework Exercise and Fitness Pathway Level 2 Apprenticeship The following Level 2 Competence qualification must be achieved: Level 2 Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness (QCF) Level 3 Apprenticeship The following Level 3 competence qualification must be achieved: Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (QCF) ESSENTIAL SKILLS in: Level 1 Application of Number Communication ESSENTIAL SKILLS in: Level 2 Application of Number Communication Employee Rights and Responsibilities qualification It is mandatory that apprentices achieve one of the following qualifications for the Industry and Organisation awareness aspects of the Level 2 framework CYQ Level 2 Award in Employment 500/6534/8 City& Guilds Level 2 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning500/6581/6 1st4sport Level 2 Award in Employment 500/7337/0 VTCT Level 2 Award in Employment 500/7393/x Active IQ Level 2 Award in Employment /9 LAO Level 2 Award in Employment 500/7237/7 Edexcel Level 2 Award in Employment 500/9273/X NCFE Level 2 Award in Employment 501/1810/9 Employee Rights and Responsibilities qualification It is mandatory that apprentices achieve one of the following qualifications for the Industry and Organisation awareness aspects of the Level 3 framework CYQ Level 3 Award in Employment 500/6535/x Edexcel Level 3 Award in Employment 500/9274/1 City& Guilds Level 3 Award in Employment 500/6581/6 1st4sport Level 3 Award in Employment 500/7337/0 VTCT Level 3 Award in Employment 500/7393/x Active IQ Level 3 Award in Employment /9 LAO Level 3 Award in Employment 500/7237/7 NCFE Level 3 Award in Employment 501/1812/2 10

11 CACHE Level 2 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning 600/1331/x TECHNICAL CERTIFICATES/ KNOWLEDGE QUALIFICATIONS It is also mandatory that candidates achieve ONE of the following qualifications. DEL will fund 2 technical certificates/knowledge qualifications, the mandatory ERR qualification listed above and one from Section 1. Section 1 Certificate in Fitness Instructing any awarding organisation see annex A Level 2 Award in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community Settings City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community Settings City and Guilds Level2 Diploma in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community Settings City and Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Exercise, Health and Fitness VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Instructing Exercise to Music to Older Adult and People with Disabilities VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure Active IQ Level 2 BTEC Award in Exercise and Fitness Instruction Edexcel Level 2 Award in leading Health related activity sessions Active IQ Level 2 certificate in Nordic and Fitness Walking CYQ Section 2 Additional employer Requirements all apprentices must complete an additional qualification. This must be an externally assessed and verified qualification, an additional technical skill the apprentice can gain to make them more employable CACHE Level 3 Award in Employment 600/1310/2 TECHNICAL CERTIFICATES/ KNOWLEDGE QUALIFICATIONS It is also mandatory that candidates achieve ONE of the following qualifications. DEL will fund 2 technical certificates/knowledge qualifications, the mandatory ERR qualification listed above and one from Section 1. Section 1 Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training - any awarding organisation see annex A Level 3 Diploma in Instructing Pilates Matwork Active IQ Level 3 Diploma in Mat Pilates VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Exercise, Health and Fitness Instruction City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral LAO Level 3 certificate in advanced exercise to music VTCT Level 3 certificate in exercise referral Active IQ Certificate in exercise referral for specific controlled conditions CYQ Level 3 diploma in personal training and instruction CYQ Level 3 diploma in teaching yoga CYQ Section 2 Additional employer Requirements all apprentices must complete additional qualifications. This must be an externally assessed and verified qualification, additional technical skills the apprentice can gain to make them more employable and competent in their job role. The selected qualification has to be relevant to the organisation, linked to the competence element and relevant to the apprentice's job role. Please note that this element of the framework is not funded, the employer should contribute to this achievement. Please select two qualifications from the list below: Active IQ Level 3 Certificate in Sport and Active Leisure 11

12 and competent in their job role. The selected qualification has to be relevant to the organisation, linked to the competence qualification and relevant to the apprentice's job role. Please note that this element of the framework is not funded, the employer should contribute to this achievement. Please select one qualification from the list below: CYQ Level 2 Award in Group Indoor Cycling CYQ Level 2 Award in Studio Resistance Training Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Instructing Circuit Sessions Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Leading Health Related Sessions Active IQ Level 2 Award in Adapting Gym Instruction for Adolescents CYQ Level 2 Award in Circuit Training CYQ Award in Step Exercise to Music In addition to those qualifications listed above, the following may also be used as Additional Employer Requirements: Any qualification that is deemed fit for purpose by the Sector Skills Council and is externally awarded and validated Vocational Assessor Units Any Approved Health and Safety Executive First Aid at Work or Appointed Persons Certificate (apprentices and training providers are encouraged to deliver a full First Aid qualification rather than a one day course.) Any Customer Service Units (at the same level as the Competence Qualification being completed for this Framework) Any other Wider Key Skills (Information Technology, Working with Others, Problem Solving or Improving own Learning and Performance) at level 2 or Improving own Learning and Performance) at level 2 Any REP s accredited CPD worth 8 points or more Any qualification that is deemed fit for purpose by the Sector Skills Council (externally awarded and validated) Any National Governing Body Award (NGB) pre-approved by SkillsActive - these are coaching/teaching/instructing and officiating qualifications for a specific sport developed by the National Governing Body of that sport to enable the participant to competently coach that sport. Any Customer Service NVQ Units Any Additional Active Leisure and Learning S/NVQ units Active IQ Level 3 Award in Nutrition for Physical Activity Active IQ Level 3 Award in Designing Pre and Post Natal exercise Programmes Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Instructing Circuit Sessions Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Leading Health Related Sessions Active IQ Level 2 Award in Adapting Gym Instruction for Adolescents Active IQ Level 2 Award in Customer Care in the Active Leisure Sector VTCT Level 3 Award in Instructing Sport Specific Conditioning VTCT Level 3 Award in Adapting Physical Activity for Older Adults VTCT Level 3 Award in Adapting Physical Activity for People with Disabilities VTCT Level 3 Award in Adapting Physical Activity for Antenatal and Postnatal Clients VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Matt Pilates VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Advanced Exercise to Music VTCT Level 3 Award in Nutrition for Physical Activity City& Guilds Level 3 Award in Nutrition for Physical Activity City& Guilds Level 3 Certificate for Health Trainers City& Guilds Level 2 Award in Working with Participants with Disabilities in Active Leisure and Learning LAO Level 3 Award in Nutrition for Physical Activity LAO Level 3 Award in Adapting Exercise for Older Adults LAO Level 3 Award in Adapting Exercise for Ante and Postnatal Participants LAO Level 2 Certificate in Customer Services CYQ Level 2 Award in Group Indoor Cycling CYQ Level 2 Award in Studio Resistance Training CYQ Level 2 Award in Circuit Training CYQ Level 2 Award in Step Exercise to Music CYQ Level 2 Award in Community Activation CYQ Level 2 Award in Walk Leading In addition to those qualifications listed above, the following may also be used as Additional Employer Requirements: Any qualification that is deemed fit for purpose by the SkillsActive and is externally awarded and validated Any REP s accredited CPD worth 8 points or more Any qualification that is deemed fit for purpose by the Sector Skills Council (externally awarded and 12

13 Please note that the Additional Employer Requirement must not be certificates of attendance and must be of a similar level (e.g. Level 2). validated) Edexcel Customer Services Awards Sports Leaders UK Level 2 and Level 3 Awards Any Approved Health and Safety Executive First Aid at Work or Appointed Persons Certificate (apprentices and training providers are encouraged to deliver a full First Aid qualification rather than a one day course.) Any National Governing Body Award (NGB) these are coaching/teaching/instructing and officiating qualifications for a specific sport developed by the National Governing Body of that sport to enable the participant to competently coach that sport. Some of these awards are specifically mentioned in section A of this list and have formally been recognised as Technical Certificates by the QCA. Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Certificate (9 hrs) Welcome Host/Management/All Courses - One day training courses aligned to S/NVQ Level 2 Customer Service within the English Tourist Boards (ETB) Welcome Family suite of courses for staff to develop their skills in customer service. Any Customer Service Competence Units Any Additional Active Leisure and Learning Competence units Any of the Wider/Other Key Skills Awards (Information Technology; Working With Others; Improving Own Learning and Performance; Problem Solving) at Level 3 for Advanced Apprentices Vocational Assessor Units Please note that the Additional Employer Requirement must not be certificates of attendance and must be of a similar level (e.g. Level 3). Playwork Pathway Level 2 Apprenticeship The following Level 2 QCF Competence Qualification/combined qualification must be achieved which also covers the necessary knowledge component of the framework: Level 3 Apprenticeship The following Level 3 QCF Competence Qualification/combined qualification must be achieved which also covers the necessary knowledge component of the framework : 13

14 Level 2 Diploma in Playwork Level 3 Diploma in Playwork ESSENTIAL SKILLS in: Level 1 Application of Number Communication Employee Rights and Responsibilities qualification It is mandatory that apprentices achieve one of the following qualifications for the Industry and Organisation awareness aspects of the Level 2 framework CYQ Level 2 Award in Employment 500/6534/8 City& Guilds Level 2 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning500/6581/6 1st4sport Level 2 Award in Employment 500/7337/0 VTCT Level 2 Award in Employment 500/7393/x Active IQ Level 2 Award in Employment /9 LAO Level 2 Award in Employment 500/7237/7 Edexcel Level 2 Award in Employment 500/9273/X NCFE Level 2 Award in Employment 501/1810/9 CACHE Level 2 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning 600/1331/x DEL will only fund the mandatory technical certificate listed above. Plus ESSENTIAL SKILLS in: Level 2 Application of Number Communication Employee Rights and Responsibilities qualification It is mandatory that apprentices achieve one of the following qualifications for the Industry and Organisation awareness aspects of the Level 3 framework CYQ Level 3 Award in Employment 500/6535/x Edexcel Level 3 Award in Employment 500/9274/1 City& Guilds Level 3 Award in Employment 500/6581/6 1st4sport Level 3 Award in Employment 500/7337/0 VTCT Level 3 Award in Employment 500/7393/x Active IQ Level 3 Award in Employment /9 LAO Level 3 Award in Employment 500/7237/7 NCFE Level 3 Award in Employment 501/1812/2 CACHE Level 3 Award in Employment 600/1310/2 DEL will only fund the mandatory technical certificate listed above. Plus 14

15 Candidates are also required to hold a Current HSE approved Emergency First Aid or First Aid at Work or paediatric First Aid Certificate evidence of which will need to be seen for certification. Candidates are also required to hold a Current HSE approved Emergency First Aid or First Aid at Work or paediatric First Aid Certificate evidence of which will need to be seen for certification Operations/Outdoors Pathway Level 2 Apprenticeship One of the following level 2 QCF Competence Qualification must be achieved relevant to the chosen path of study : Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Active Leisure, Learning and Well-being Operational Services Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Activity Leadership Level 3 Apprenticeship One of the following Level 3 QCF Competence Qualification must be achieved relevant to the chosen path of study: Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Leisure Management Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Outdoor Programmes ESSENTIAL SKILLS in: Level 1 Application of Number Communication ESSENTIAL SKILLS in: Level 2 Application of Number Communication 15

16 Employee Rights and Responsibilities qualification It is mandatory that apprentices achieve one of the following qualifications for the Industry and Organisation awareness aspects of the Level 2 framework CYQ Level 2 Award in Employment 500/6534/8 City& Guilds Level 2 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning500/6581/6 1st4sport Level 2 Award in Employment 500/7337/0 VTCT Level 2 Award in Employment 500/7393/x Active IQ Level 2 Award in Employment /9 LAO Level 2 Award in Employment 500/7237/7 Edexcel Level 2 Award in Employment 500/9273/X NCFE Level 2 Award in Employment 501/1810/9 CACHE Level 2 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning 600/1331/x 1 St 4Sport level 2 Award in Employment Awareness in the Outdoors 600/1328/x DEL will fund 2 technical certificates/knowledge qualifications only, the mandatory qualification listed above and one from Section 1 if applicable to the apprentice and their employer. It is also mandatory that candidates achieve one of the following qualifications from section 1. Section 1 Technical Certificates /knowledge qualifications activity leadership/ outdoors Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Employee Rights and Responsibilities qualification It is mandatory that apprentices achieve one of the following qualifications for the Industry and Organisation awareness aspects of the Level 3 framework CYQ Level 3 Award in Employment 500/6535/x Edexcel Level 3 Award in Employment 500/9274/1 City& Guilds Level 3 Award in Employment 500/6581/6 1st4sport Level 3 Award in Employment 500/7337/0 VTCT Level 3 Award in Employment 500/7393/x Active IQ Level 3 Award in Employment /9 LAO Level 3 Award in Employment 500/7237/7 NCFE Level 3 Award in Employment 501/1812/2 CACHE Level 3 Award in Employment 600/1310/2 1 st 4sport level 3 Award in Employment Awareness in the Outdoors 600/1329/x DEL will fund 2 technical certificates only, the mandatory qualification listed above and one from Section 1 if applicable to the apprentice and their employer. It is also mandatory that candidates achieve one of the following qualifications from Section 1. Section 1 Technical Certificates /knowledge qualifications outdoor programmes Level 3 Certificate in Basic 16

17 Water Skiing/Wakeboarding 1 st 4 Sport BTEC Level 2 Award in Skills and Activities for Sport and Active Leisure (Outdoor Education) Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Sailing and Watersports Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Skills and Activities for Sport and Active Leisure (Outdoor Education) Edexcel BTEC Level 2 Subsidiary Certificate in Sailing and Watersports Edexcel Level 2 Certificate in Outdoor Activity Leadership NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Orienteering 1 st 4 Sport Section 1 Technical Certificates /knowledge qualifications leisure operations Level 2 Certificate in Sport and Active Leisure Facility Operations Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Leisure Operations Active IQ Section 2 - Additional employer Requirements all apprentices must complete an additional qualification. This must be an externally assessed and verified qualification, additional technical skills the apprentice can gain to make them more employable and competent in their job role. The selected qualification has to be relevant to the organisation, linked to the competence element and relevant to the apprentice's job role. Please note that this element of the framework is not funded, the employer should contribute to this achievement. Please select one qualifications from the list below: Activity leadership/ outdoors NOCN Level 2 Award in Introductory Work in the Outdoors Archery GB Community Sports Leader Award BCU Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Paddlesport BCU Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Expedition Leadership Sports leaders UK Level 3 Award in Day Walk Leadership Sports leaders UK Level 3 BTEC Certificate in Skills and Activities for Sport and Active Leisure (Outdoor Education) Edexcel Level 3 Award in Skills and Activities for Sport and Active Leisure (Outdoor Education) Edexcel Level 3 BTEC Certificate in Sailing and Watersports Edexcel Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Sailing and Watersports Edexcel Level 3 BTEC Diploma in Skills and Activities for Sport and Active Leisure (Outdoor Education) Edexcel Section 1 Technical Certificates /knowledge qualifications Leisure management Level 3 Certificate in Leisure Management Active IQ Section 2 Additional employer Requirements all apprentices must complete an additional qualification. This must be an externally assessed and verified qualification, additional technical skills the apprentice can gain to make them more employable and competent in their job role. The selected qualification has to be relevant to the organisation, linked to the competence element and relevant to the apprentice's job role. Please note that this element of the framework is not funded, the employer should contribute to this achievement. Please select two qualifications from the list below from the section relevant to your pathway : Outdoors programmes British Orienteering Teaching Orienteering Part 2 British Orienteering UKCC Certificate in Coaching Orienteering Level 2 British Canoe Union Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Paddlesport British Canoe Union Level 3 Certificate in Coaching Paddlesport British Caving Association Local Cave & 17

18 Paddlesport British Caving Association Local Cave & Mine Leader Level 1 British Orienteering Teaching Orienteering Part 1 British Orienteering Teaching Orienteering Part 2 CTC Trail Leader ILM Level 2 Award/Certificate/NVQ in Team Leading Institute of Outdoor Learning Registered Practitioner of the Institute of Outdoor Learning Royal Yachting Association Assistant Instructor Royal Yachting Association Dinghy Instructor Royal Yachting Association Powerboat Level 2 Royal Yachting Association Safety Boat Royal Yachting Association Start Windsurf Instructor Mountain Bike Instructor Award Scheme Mountain Bike Instructor Level 1 Mountain Bike Leader Association Trail Cycle Leader Mountain Leader Training Climbing Wall Award Any qualification that is deemed fit for purpose and pre-approved by SkillsActive and is externally awarded and validated - a regularly updated approved list is available from SkillsActive on request. Any relevant National Governing Body Award (NGB) pre approved by SkillsActive these are coaching/teaching/instructing and officiating qualifications for a specific sport developed by the NGB of that sport to enable the participant to competently coach that sport. Any Approved Health and Safety Executive First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid at Work qualification (training providers are encouraged to deliver a full first aid qualification rather than a one day course). Although not essential, a first aid qualification delivered in an outdoor context that maps to the stated HSE qualifications above can be beneficial. Any Customer Service Units (at the same level as the NVQ being completed for this Framework) Mine Leader Level 2 CTC Technical Leader CTC Advanced Leader ILM Level 3 Award/Certificate/Diploma in First Line Management Institute of Outdoor Learning Accredited Practitioner of the Institute of Outdoor Learning Institute of Outdoor Learning Registered Practitioner of the Institute of Outdoor Learning Mountain Bike Instructor Award Scheme Mountain Bike Instructor Level 2 Mountain Bike Instructor Award Scheme Mountain Bike Instructor Level 3 Mountain Leader Training Mountain Leader Summer Mountain Leader Training Mountain Leader Winter Mountain Leader Training Single Pitch Award Mountain Leader Training Climbing Wall Award Mountain Leader Training Walking Group Leader Royal Yachting Association Dinghy Instructor Royal Yachting Association Senior Instructor Royal Yachting Association Powerboat Level 2 Royal Yachting Association Safety Boat Royal Yachting Association Powerboat Instructor Royal Yachting Association Intermediate Windsurf Instructor Royal Yachting Association Advanced Windsurf Instructor Mountain Bike Leader Association Mountain Bike Leader Any qualification that is deemed fit for purpose and pre-approved by SkillsActive and is externally awarded and validated - a regularly updated approved list is available from SkillsActive on request. Any relevant National Governing Body Award (NGB) pre approved by SkillsActive these are coaching/teaching/instructing and officiating qualifications for a specific sport developed by the NGB of that sport to enable the participant to competently 18

19 BTEC Level 2 Award in Customer Service Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Level 2 Health and Safety in the Workplace Certificate Welcome Host/Management/All Courses - One day training courses aligned to Level 2 Customer Service competence qualifications within the English Tourist Boards (ETB) Welcome Family suite of courses for staff to develop their skills in customer service. Any Customer Service competence Units Any Additional Active Leisure and Learning competence units Level 2 Wider/Other Key Skills Awards (Information Technology; Working With Others; Improving Own Learning and Performance; Problem Solving) Please note that the Additional Employer Requirement must not be certificates of attendance and must be of a similar level to the framework; unless the occupational area and job roles justifies the need for apprentices to gain a level 1 qualification first. Leisure Operations Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding ( for apprentices working in centres with pool facilities) Level 2 Award in Swimming Pool Water Testing (for apprentices working in centres with pool facilities) Active IQ Level 2 Award in Leading Health Related Activity Sessions (for apprentices responsible for leading activity sessions as part of their job role) Active IQ Level 2 Award in Swimming Pool Operations (for apprentices working in centres with pool facilities covering pool facilities roles) CYQ Level 2 Award in Community Activation (for apprentices working in a community focused role) IQL Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding, Supervision and Rescue L1 Award in Coaching [Name of Sport] qualifications or L2 Certificate in Coaching [Name of Sport] qualifications (for apprentices working on sites where they are responsible for delivering coaching sessions in a context of a specific sport) coach that sport. Any Approved Health and Safety Executive First Aid at Work or Emergency First Aid at Work qualification (training providers are encouraged to deliver a full first aid qualification rather than a one day course). Although not essential, a first aid qualification delivered in an outdoor context that maps to the stated HSE qualifications above can be beneficial. Any Customer Service Units at the same level as the competence qualification BTEC Level 3 Award in Customer Service Chartered Institute of Environmental Health Level 3 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace Welcome Host/Management/All/Lead Motivate & Succeed/Green Advantage courses - One day training courses aligned to S/NVQ Level 2 (3 for Lead Motivate & Succeed, 4 for Management) Customer Service within the English Tourist Boards (ETB) Welcome suite of courses for staff to develop their skills in customer service. Welcome Host is all about improving the welcome offered to visitors, Any Customer Service competence Units Any Additional Active Leisure and Learning competence units Level 3 Wider/Other Key Skills Awards (Information Technology; Working With Others; Improving Own Learning and Performance; Problem Solving) Please note that the Additional Employer Requirement must not be certificates of attendance and must be of a similar level to the framework; unless the occupational area and job roles justifies the need for apprentices to gain a level 2 qualification first. Leisure Management Any qualification that is deemed fit for purpose and agreed upon by SkillsActive prior to delivery and is externally awarded and validated Sports Leaders UK Level 2 and 3 Awards Any Approved Health and Safety Executive First Aid at Work or Appointed Persons Certificate (apprentices and training providers are encouraged to deliver a full 19

20 Any qualification that is deemed fit for purpose and agreed upon by SkillsActive prior to delivery and is externally awarded and validated Any customer service competence units Any customer service knowledge qualifications CITO Electrical Test and Inspection for Parks (for apprentices employed in caravan parks) CITO Safe Siting (for apprentices employed in caravan parks) CIEH Level 2 Award in Food Safety (for apprentices employed in caravan parks) CIEH Level 2 Award in Health and Safety in the Workplace (for apprentices employed in caravan parks) Any Approved Health and Safety Executive First Aid at Work or Appointed Persons Certificate (apprentices and training providers are encouraged to deliver a full First Aid qualification rather than a one day course.) (for apprentices employed in caravan parks) BII Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders (for apprentices employed in caravan parks) Please note that the Additional Employer Requirement must not be certificates of attendance and must be of a similar level unless the occupational area and job roles justifies the need for apprentices to gain a level 1 qualification first. First Aid qualification rather than a one day course.) Level 2 and Level 3 Certificate in Coaching in a context of a specific sport qualifications Any Customer Service Competence Units or knowledge qualifications Any Additional Active Leisure and Learning Competence units Any of the Wider/Other Key Skills Awards Vocational Assessor Units Any Edexcel BTEC Sport Awards / Certificates Any City& Guilds Sport Awards / Certificates Please note that the Additional Employer Requirement must not be certificates of attendance and must be of a similar level (e.g. Level 3). 20

21 4.1 QCF COMPETENCE QUALIFICATION (s) Apprentices must achieve one Active Leisure and Learning QCF Competence Qualifications, at level 2 for Apprentices and at level 3 for Advanced Apprentices. The following QCF Competence Qualifications are available, a list of the awarding body reference numbers are in Annex A: Level 2 competence qualifications Leisure Operations Playwork Fitness Instructing Activity Leadership Level 3 competence qualifications Leisure Management Playwork Outdoor Programmes Personal Training 4.2 Technical Certificates/ Knowledge Qualifications Technical Certificates focus on the knowledge and understanding which underpins the QCF Competence Qualification competencies and additional knowledge to facilitate progression to HE or higher levels of working. Technical certificates may also cover wider aspects of the occupation/sector as determined by the SSC. They are a structured approach to teaching and assessment and are capable of being delivered through a taught programme of off-the-job learning. All Active Leisure and Learning Apprentices must achieve an approved ERR qualification in Industry and Organisation Awareness at the appropriate level. A list of Industry and Organisation Awareness qualifications approved by SkillsActive is in Annex A and B. Candidates will also be required to achieve an approved Technical Certificate/knowledge qualification for the relevant QCF Competence Qualification a list of which is included in the pathways and in Annex A. There may be instances where an apprentice may have already achieved an award that is one of the recognised qualifications that meet the requirements for a technical certificate and has been agreed by the SSC, or if the apprentice has achieved an award that is a level higher than that required by the framework. To avoid any difficulties at the point of claiming the Apprenticeship completion certificate, providers must gain written agreement to any exemptions during the initial development of the apprentice's individual apprenticeship plan from the SSC. Where an apprentice is exempt from the technical certificate, they may be encouraged to achieve an alternative acceptable qualification or one at a higher level that meets the requirement for a technical certificate 21

22 4.3 Essential Skills Essential skills are the skills that are commonly needed for success in a range of activities in education and training, work and life in general. Apprenticeship Level 2 Communication Level 1 Application of Number Level 1 Apprenticeship Level 3 Communication Level 2 Application of Number- Level Additional Employer Requirements Employers within the Active Leisure and Learning Sector often require specific industry skills as minimum requirement employees must have in order to work in certain job roles, for example a National Governing Body Award maybe necessary to coach and lead some activities or National Pool Lifeguard qualification in order to work in a swimming pool environment. For each of the pathways, qualifications not contained in the Industry Skills list will be considered by SkillsActive but must: be externally validated by a nationally recognised body be relevant to the work of the Apprentice have a measurable outcome be approved by SkillsActive prior to inclusion on the Individual Apprenticeship Plan Apprentices may use Accreditation of Prior Achievement (APL) for one industry skill that was achieved up to 6 months prior to the commencement of the Apprenticeship. It is essential that the choice of qualification be based on the needs of the organisation and the need to provide the Apprentice with the appropriate skills in their chosen area of Active Leisure and Learning. Choices must not be funding based, and clear evidence must be included within the Individual Training Plan to support the choices made. 22

23 4.5 Employee Rights and Responsibilities 1. The rights and responsibilities of Workers The aspects of employment covered by the law (where appropriate) affecting their own role within the organisation i.e. Contracts of Employment Anti-discrimination provisions Working hours and holiday entitlements Sickness absence and sick pay Data Protection Health and Safety The main features and reasons for the different areas of legislation listed above The main industry specific areas of legislation and regulations affecting their occupation and organisation. Note: These need not include Health and Safety which is covered in Unit ES8 of the National Occupational Standards for Sporting Excellence How the organisation and thus themselves should seek to ensure that they meet the relevant pieces of legislation and provides safe working practices within the organisation The main terms and conditions of their Contract/Agreement Who they should contact if they have a grievance at work and what they can expect to happen The steps to take if they witness or experience discrimination or bullying at work Any exemptions from the sex or race discrimination Acts which are relevant to their job The types of information held in their personnel record, why these are needed and what steps to take to notify their employer of any changes What to do if they need to take time off from work for any of the following reasons for medical/dental reason for a holiday for family reasons to take part in public duties The information shown on their pay statement or other statement of earnings (where appropriate) The sources and types of information and advice on employment issues that are available both within and outside their own organisation 2. Organisational and Representative Issues List the types of representative and professional bodies relevant to their industry, organisation and job function Name the main trade unions which reflect their occupation and outline what they do Name any regulatory bodies responsible for protecting public interests in relation to the industry and outline what they do Name the Sector Skills Council responsible for their industry and occupation and outline what it does Explain why the views of different groups may vary and recognise that information may be biased because of their differing viewpoints Explain how their organisation interacts with different groups, both directly and through representative bodies, and why it is relevant to the organisations operation 23

24 3. Impact of Public Law Outline the different viewpoints around an issue of public concern relevant to their industry and present occupation and job function Outline what have been the main effects on their organisation of any changes that have occurred in public opinion on this or any other relevant issue Describe the steps their organisation and/or representative bodies in the industry have taken to influence public opinion on this or any other relevant issue Explain how this or any other issue of public concern has affected how they think about or carry out their role 24

25 5 Implementation of Framework 5.1 Employed Status Apprentices must be in or about to take up permanent paid employment within a Northern Ireland-based company and to be contracted to work a minimum of 21 hours per week with one employer. In commercial environments it is expected that the Apprentice will be paid a wage at a level agreed between the young person and the employer. Within the Active Leisure and Learning sector there are a variety of different employment patterns that will need to be considered when implementing the framework to ensure accessibility for all. These reflect the nature of work within the industry and may be: seasonal - for example in activity centres that only operate from March through to October may result in gaps in the Apprenticeship programme part-time - some organisations only employ part-time staff for example Play Leaders or Sports Coaches freelance - for example instructors and sports coaches usually working in more than one organisation. In addition some job roles within the industry do not permit Apprentices to carry out certain workplace activities until over the age of 18 due to the nature of responsibility within some areas of work and legal circumstances whereby people under the age of 18 cannot be employed, for example: working with young children working in security or public protection services Wages and Allowances The employer pays the apprentice a wage if they are employing the apprentice, or an allowance if they have non-employed status. An employer should be aware of the National Minimum Wage (NMW) regulations which apply to their employees. If unsure the employer should contact the NMW helpline on or at Funding DEL funding for Apprenticeships is for anyone above the age of 16,. 25

26 5.2 Entry Requirements There are no nationally required entry requirements for Apprenticeships; however the level and type of work required by the Sector and the Apprenticeship must be kept in mind when recruiting young people onto the programme. Young people leaving school at aged 16 or 18 would be required to obtain a qualification(s) at Level 2 (or completing the full Level 2 Apprenticeship) before moving onto a full Level 3 Apprenticeship. For advice on what to do next or where to send interested young people, employers or parties, please contact SkillsActive who will be able to advise on issues around entry, progression, qualifications, careers and completion. The Active Leisure and Learning sector as a service industry requires staff who are: resourceful numerate independent motivated confident adaptable pro-active problem solvers customer focused excellent communicators forward-thinking The Apprenticeship requires individuals who are: Motivated to succeed within the Active Leisure and Learning sector Willing to learn and apply their learning in the workplace Able to demonstrate that they have the potential to complete the qualifications which are part of the Apprenticeship Willing to communicate effectively with a range of people Numerate and literate Willing to undergo a police check, for example when working with children and vulnerable adults Recruitment and Selection Apprentices may be recruited to the Programme through a number of routes, for example: referred to employers by local providers referred by Connexions/Careers Service or local Employment Service Agency recruited directly by employers and providers through their normal recruitment and selection procedures are already be employed by the company Employers/providers are responsible for the recruitment and selection of apprentices, based on clear equal opportunities policies and procedures. Where employers do not have formal equal opportunities policies and procedures, local providers will be able to advise. Employers/providers will be expected to use a range of evidence to recruit apprentices, but typically this might include: C.V Initial assessment practical observation essential skills tests 26

27 psychometric or work taster tests the National Record of Achievement (Progress File), including exam results and personal achievements an interview references police check The recruitment process is also an opportunity for the young person to find out about the employing organisation and how he/she might fit in. Employers will want, therefore, to provide clear information about the organisation s business, culture and structure and about the training and development opportunities it provides. Apprentices assessed as having additional learning and/or social needs but who, with the appropriate support, are capable of working towards a full framework, will attract additional funding from DEL. Training Agreement The employer, provider, the apprentice and DEL must sign a training agreement, normally within four weeks of starting the apprenticeship. This agreement lays down the commitment and responsibility of each party to the apprenticeship. Initial Assessment Young people will need to be assessed before or, where not possible, immediately on entry to Apprenticeships in order to ensure their suitability for the programme, the occupational sector and their potential to achieve the mandatory outcomes. The details of the assessment carried out must be in writing and must be kept. Initial assessment needs to be carried out by experienced personnel and DEL or local provider should be able to advise on this. Young people who are assessed as suitable for an Apprenticeship and are shown to need additional support will receive relevant extra help to enable them to progress towards completion of their apprenticeship. Individual Apprenticeship Plan All apprentices must have an Individual Apprenticeship Plan which is agreed and signed by the employer, apprentice, provider and DEL. It: clearly identifies the person and includes their signature sets out the start date and the intended duration of their learning contains a brief statement of the apprentice s employment or career objectives sets out planned attendance both on and off the job learning as required includes the apprentice s prior learning and assessed needs and specifies a duration which allows the apprentice a reasonable prospect of successful completion of the framework specifies by name, level and reference number QCF Competence Qualification (s) which the apprentice aims to achieve specifies all units which the QCF Competence Qualification and any other agreed qualifications, Essential skills, technical certificates and additional requirements which will be achieved during the apprenticeship, and the timescales in which these are likely 27