YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Sport
This qualification is aimed at those preparing to embark on a career in the sport and leisure Industry, or wish to practically participate in a number of activities. It is a practical, hands-on qualification which are designed to prepare the candidate for work in a multitude of sport and leisure facilities and raise awareness of how and where to participate in sporting opportunities.
Structure:
To achieve the YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Sport, learners must achieve 12 credits from the mandatory units and a minimum of 15 credits from the optional units available, making a total of 27 credits
Mandatory units
| Level | Credit |
| Health, safety and welfare in sport and active leisure | 3 | 5 |
| Customer service in sport and active leisure | 3 | 3 |
| Understanding the active leisure and learning sector | 3 | 3 |
| Safeguarding and proctecting children and young people in sport and active leisure | 2 | 1 |
| Optional Units | Level | Credit |
Working with participants with disabilities in sport and active leisure | 2 | 7 |
| Understanding employment rights and responsibilities | 2 | 2 |
| Operational management of sport and leisure facilities | 3 | 6 |
| Physical preparation for sports performance | 3 | 5 |
| Injuries in sport | 3 | 5 |
| Factors affecting participation in sport and physical activity | 3 | 4 |
| Sport as a business | 3 | 4 |
| Lifestyle management for sports performers | 3 | 4 |
| Technical and tactical requirements for sport | 3 | 4 |
| Communication and public relations for sport perfomers | 3 | 4 |
| Anatomy and physiology for exercise | 3 | 6 |
| Event management in sport and leisure | 4 | 3 |
| Funding and sponsorship in sport | 4 | 3 |
Prerequisites:
There are no formal entry requirements for candidates undertaking these qualifications.
Tutor, assessor and IQA approval requirements
To make sure you meet the most up-to-date requirements please see the YMCA Awards staff approval
requirement document. This can be found on our website: www.ymcaawards.co.uk/centres/centre-guidance.
Assessment:
-Portfolio of Evidence
A typical portfolio of evidence could contain:
- evidence index
- assessor observation – completed observational checklists and related action plans
- witness testimony
- candidate’s proof of work
- worksheets
- assignments/projects/reports/presentations
- record of professional discussion
- record of oral and written questioning
- candidate and peer reports
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
- summary of achievement
-Multiple choice examination
The anatomy and physiology unit (A/600/9051) is assessed through an externally set and marked multiple choice assessment.
Fees and resources:
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Progression routes:
On completion of these qualifications candidates may progress into employment or to the following
qualifications:
- YMCA Level 3 Award, Certificate & Diploma in Increasing Participation in Sport & Active Leisure in Communit Settings
- YMCA Level 3 NVQ in Leisure Management
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 3 Award in Sport
This qualification is aimed at those preparing to embark on a career in the sport and leisure Industry, or wish to practically participate in a number of activities. It is a practical, hands-on qualification which are designed to prepare the candidate for work in a multitude of sport and leisure facilities and raise awareness of how and where to participate in sporting opportunities.
Structure:
To achieve the YMCA Level 3 Award in Sport, learners must achieve 11 credits from the mandatory units.
Mandatory units
| Level | Credit |
| Health, safety and welfare in sport and active leisure | 3 | 5 |
| Customer service in sport and active leisure | 3 | 3 |
| Understanding the active leisure and learning sector | 3 | 3 |
Prerequisites:
There are no formal entry requirements for candidates undertaking these qualifications.
Tutor, assessor and IQA approval requirements
To make sure you meet the most up-to-date requirements please see the YMCA Awards staff approval
requirement document. This can be found on our website: www.ymcaawards.co.uk/centres/centre-guidance.
Assessment:
-Portfolio of Evidence
A typical portfolio of evidence could contain:
- evidence index
- assessor observation – completed observational checklists and related action plans
- witness testimony
- candidate’s proof of work
- worksheets
- assignments/projects/reports/presentations
- record of professional discussion
- record of oral and written questioning
- candidate and peer reports
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
- summary of achievement
Fees and resources:
Our fair and transparent pricing policy makes it simple for you to understand what you pay.
Visit our fees page to see our qualification and resource prices.
| Print resources | |
| Available for free download for YMCA Awards approved centres:
|
Progression routes:
On completion of these qualifications candidates may progress into employment or to the following
qualifications:
- Level 3 Award, Certificate & Diploma in Increasing Participation in Sport & Active Leisure in Communit Settings
- Level 3 NVQ in Leisure Management
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community Settings
This qualification is aimed at those preparing to embark on a career in the sport and leisure industry, or wish to practically participate in a number of activities. It is practical, hands-on qualifications which are designed to prepare the candidate for work in a multitude of sport and leisure facilities and raise awareness of how and where to participate in sporting opportunities.
Structure:
To achieve the YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community Settings, learners must achieve 13 credits from the 4 mandatory units and a minimum of 29 credits from the optional units available. Making a total of 42 credits
Mandatory units
| Level | Credit |
| Health, safety and welfare in sport and active leisure | 3 | 5 |
| Factors affecting participation in sport and physical activity | 3 | 4 |
| Sport development | 4 | 3 |
| Safeguarding and proctecting children and young people in sport and active leisure | 2 | 1 |
Optional Units | Level | Credit |
Working with participants with disabilities in sport and active leisure | 2 | 7 |
| Talent idenification in sport | 2 | 3 |
| Understanding the principles of safe and equitable coaching practice | 2 | 2 |
| Customer service in sport and active leisure | 3 | 3 |
| Communication and public relation for sports performers | 3 | 4 |
| Understanding the active leisure and learning sector | 3 | 3 |
| Rules, regulations and officiating in sport | 3 | 5 |
| Building legacy through sporting events | 3 | 5 |
| Physical education and youth sport | 3 | 5 |
| Understanding the fundamentals of coaching programmes | 3 | 3 |
| Understanding the principles of planning coaching programmes | 3 | 3 |
| Understanding how to support participant(s)' lifestyle through coaching programmes | 3 | 3 |
| Event management in sport and leisure | 4 | 3 |
| Funding and sponsorship in sport | 4 | 3 |
Prerequisites:
There are no formal entry requirements for candidates undertaking these qualifications.
Tutor, assessor and IQA approval requirements
To make sure you meet the most up-to-date requirements please see the YMCA Awards staff approval
requirement document. This can be found on our website: www.ymcaawards.co.uk/centres/centre-guidance.
Assessment:
-Portfolio of Evidence
A typical portfolio of evidence could contain:
- evidence index
- assessor observation – completed observational checklists and related action plans
- witness testimony
- candidate’s proof of work
- worksheets
- assignments/projects/reports/presentations
- record of professional discussion
- record of oral and written questioning
- candidate and peer reports
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
- summary of achievement
Fees and resources:
Our fair and transparent pricing policy makes it simple for you to understand what you pay.
Visit our fees page to see our qualification and resource prices.
| Print resources | |
| Available for free download for YMCA Awards approved centres:
|
Progression routes:
This qualification can lead to or help the following job roles
- leisure centre assistant
- sports development officer
- sports coach
- holiday centre manager
- personal trainer
- gym instructor
- sports development officer
- community sports leader/manager.
This qualification can lead to the following further education:
- YMCA Level 3 Award, Certificate & Diploma in Sport
- YMCA Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Leisure Management
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community Settings
This qualification is aimed at those preparing to embark on a career in the sport and leisure industry, or wish to practically participate in a number of activities. It is practical, hands-on qualifications which are designed to prepare the candidate for work in a multitude of sport and leisure facilities and raise awareness of how and where to participate in sporting opportunities.
Structure:
To achieve the YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community Settings,learners must achieve 13 credits from the mandatory units and a minimum of 16 credits from the optional units available. Making a total of 29 credits.
Mandatory units
| Level | Credit |
| Health, safety and welfare in sport and active leisure | 3 | 5 |
| Factors affecting participation in sport and physical activity | 3 | 4 |
| Sport development | 4 | 3 |
| Safeguarding and proctecting children and young people in sport and active leisure | 2 | 1 |
Optional Units | Level | Credit |
Working with participants with disabilities in sport and active leisure | 2 | 7 |
| Talent idenification in sport | 2 | 3 |
| Understanding the principles of safe and equitable coaching practice | 2 | 2 |
| Customer service in sport and active leisure | 3 | 3 |
| Communication and public relation for sports performers | 3 | 4 |
| Understanding the active leisure and learning sector | 3 | 3 |
| Rules, regulations and officiating in sport | 3 | 5 |
| Building legacy through sporting events | 3 | 5 |
| Physical education and youth sport | 3 | 5 |
| Understanding the fundamentals of coaching programmes | 3 | 3 |
| Understanding the principles of planning coaching programmes | 3 | 3 |
| Understanding how to support participant(s)' lifestyle through coaching programmes | 3 | 3 |
| Event management in sport and leisure | 4 | 3 |
| Funding and sponsorship in sport | 4 | 3 |
Prerequisites:
There are no formal entry requirements for candidates undertaking these qualifications.
Tutor, assessor and IQA approval requirements
To make sure you meet the most up-to-date requirements please see the YMCA Awards staff approval
requirement document. This can be found on our website: www.ymcaawards.co.uk/centres/centre-guidance.
Assessment:
-Portfolio of Evidence
A typical portfolio of evidence could contain:
- evidence index
- assessor observation – completed observational checklists and related action plans
- witness testimony
- candidate’s proof of work
- worksheets
- assignments/projects/reports/presentations
- record of professional discussion
- record of oral and written questioning
- candidate and peer reports
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
- summary of achievement
Fees and resources:
Our fair and transparent pricing policy makes it simple for you to understand what you pay.
Visit our fees page to see our qualification and resource prices.
| Print resources | |
| Available for free download for YMCA Awards approved centres:
|
Progression routes:
This qualification can lead to or help the following job roles
- leisure centre assistant
- sports development officer
- sports coach
- holiday centre manager
- personal trainer
- gym instructor
- sports development officer
- community sports leader/manager.
This qualification can lead to the following further education:
- YMCA Level 3 Award, Certificate & Diploma in Sport
- YMCA Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Leisure Management
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 3 Award in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community Settings
This qualification is aimed at those preparing to embark on a career in the sport and leisure industry, or wish to practically participate in a number of activities. It is practical, hands-on qualifications which are designed to prepare the candidate for work in a multitude of sport and leisure facilities and raise awareness of how and where to participate in sporting opportunities.
Structure:
To achieve the YMCA Level 3 Award in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community Settings,
learners must achieve 12 credits from the mandatory units
Mandatory units
| Level | Credit |
| Health, safety and welfare in sport and active leisure | 3 | 5 |
| Factors affecting participation in sport and physical activity | 3 | 4 |
| Sport development | 4 | 3 |
Prerequisites:
There are no formal entry requirements for candidates undertaking these qualifications.
Tutor, assessor and IQA approval requirements
To make sure you meet the most up-to-date requirements please see the YMCA Awards staff approval
requirement document. This can be found on our website: www.ymcaawards.co.uk/centres/centre-guidance.
Assessment:
-Portfolio of Evidence
A typical portfolio of evidence could contain:
- evidence index
- assessor observation – completed observational checklists and related action plans
- witness testimony
- candidate’s proof of work
- worksheets
- assignments/projects/reports/presentations
- record of professional discussion
- record of oral and written questioning
- candidate and peer reports
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
- summary of achievement
Fees and resources:
Our fair and transparent pricing policy makes it simple for you to understand what you pay.
Visit our fees page to see our qualification and resource prices.
| Print resources | |
| Available for free download for YMCA Awards approved centres:
|
Progression routes:
This qualification can lead to or help the following job roles
- leisure centre assistant
- sports development officer
- sports coach
- holiday centre manager
- personal trainer
- gym instructor
- sports development officer
- community sports leader/manager.
This qualification can lead to the following further education:
- YMCA Level 3 Award, Certificate & Diploma in Sport
- YMCA Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Leisure Management
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Spectator Safety
This qualification has been replaced by:
Prerequisites:
Learner prerequisites
Candidates should already hold the Level 2 Spectator Safety qualifications or equivalent in order to complete the qualification [units] satisfactorily. Without evidence of formal qualifications, candidates must demonstrate adequate prior knowledge and experience to ensure they have the potential to gain the qualification.
Assessment:
- Portfolio of evidence
- Practical demonstration
Download the SkillsActive Evidence Requirements and Assessment Guidance.
Fees and resources:
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Progression routes:
- YMCA Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Spectator Safety Management
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy
A Level 3 sports massage therapist’s role includes planning, providing and evaluating sports massage treatments. Treatments can be carried out for pre-, post- and inter-event, maintenance and restorative purposes, using a range of basic massage techniques. Scope of practice is restricted to working on dysfunctional tissue and excludes working on recent acute injuries or pre-existing conditions.
Structure:
Mandatory units | Credits | GLH |
| Anatomy and physiology for sports massage | 10 | 70 |
| Principles of health and fitness | 3 | 20 |
| Professional practice in sports massage | 5 | 30 |
| Understand the principles of soft tissue dysfunction | 3 | 15 |
| Sports massage treatments | 16 | 90 |
Accreditation:
- REPs CPD points: 16
Prerequisites:
Assessment:
- MCT theory paper
- Workbook
- Worksheets
- Observed treatment session (x3)
Fees and resources:
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Progression routes:
- YMCA Awards Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 3 Award in Education and Training
This qualification provides an introduction to teaching. It can meet the needs of a range of trainee teachers, such as:
Structure:
Mandatory units (Learners must complete the mandatory unit to achieve 3 credits) | Credits | GLH |
| Understanding roles, responsibilities and relationships in education and training | 3 | 12 |
Optional units (Learners must achieve 6 credits from Group B and achieve 3 credits from Group C) | Credits | GLH |
| Group B | ||
| Understanding and using inclusive teaching and learning approaches in education and training | 6 | 24 |
| Facilitate learning and development for individuals | 6 | 25 |
| Facilitate learning and development in groups | 6 | 25 |
| Group C | ||
| Understanding assessment in education and training | 3 | 12 |
| Understanding the principles and practices of assessment | 3 | 24 |
Prerequisites:
Assessment:
- Portfolio of evidence
- Practical demonstration/assignment
Fees and resources:
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Progression routes:
- YMCA Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment
- YMCA Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement
- YMCA Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment
- YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Personal Training (Gym-Based Exercise)
This qualification is aimed at learners wishing to become a Personal Trainer, but who do not already hold the pre-requisite of Level 2 Fitness Instructing (Gym-Based Exercise).
Structure:
Mandatory units | Credits | GLH |
| Principles of exercise, fitness and health | 4 | 28 |
| Anatomy and physiology for exercise | 6 | 41 |
| Planning gym-based exercise | 4 | 23 |
| Instructing gym-based exercise | 6 | 37 |
| Know how to support clients who take part in exercise and physical activity | 2 | 13 |
| Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment | 2 | 16 |
| Anatomy and physiology for exercise and health | 6 | 43 |
| Programming personal training with clients | 7 | 47 |
| Applying the principles of nutrition to a physical activity programme | 6 | 40 |
| Delivering personal training sessions | 9 | 58 |
Prerequisites:
Assessment:
- eAssessment
- multiple choice examination
- portfolio of evidence
- practical examination
Fees and resources:
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Progression routes:
- YMCA Level 3 Award in Programming and Supervising Exercise with Disabled Clients
- YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral
- YMCA Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Personal Training
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral
Aimed at qualified fitness professionals who wish to learn how to provide assistance/advice and design exercise programmes for people with certain medical conditions which put their health at risk.
Learners will cover:
Structure:
Mandatory units (Learners must complete all units to achieve 38 credits) | Credits | GLH |
| Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise and Health | 6 | 43 |
| Applying the Principles of Nutrition to a Physical Activity Programme | 6 | 40 |
| Instructing Exercise with Referred Patients | 9 | 58 |
| Professional Practice for Exercise Referral Instructors | 2 | 14 |
| Understanding Medical Conditions for Exercise Referral | 7 | 35 |
| Planning Exercise Referral Programmes with Patients | 8 | 52 |
Prerequisites:
Learner prerequisites
- YMCA Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing or equivalent
- YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training
- YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Pilates
- YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Yoga
- Any other qualifications which give entry to the REPs Physical Activity Advisor
Assessment:
- coursework
- portfolio of evidence
- practical demonstration/assignment
- practical examination
Fees and resources:
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Progression routes:
- YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Weight Management for Individuals with Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and/or Metabolic Syndrome
- any other Level 4 specialist qualifications
Qualifications: