YMCA Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Spectator Safety Management
This qualification has been replaced by the YMCA Level 4 Diploma in Spectator Safety Management (603/7362/3)
Prerequisites:
Assessment:
- Portfolio of evidence
- Practical demonstration
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Progression routes:
- Higher level management qualifications
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy
This qualification has been replaced by the YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy (Soft Tissue Dysfunction) (610/0736/5)
Structure:
Mandatory units | Credits | GLH |
| Conducting subjective and objective assessment | 7 | 50 |
| Treatment modalities to support soft tissue repair | 3 | 20 |
| Provide sports massage techniques to prevent and manage injury | 9 | 58 |
Accreditation:
- REPs CPD points: 16
Prerequisites:
Learner prerequisites
- YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy or equivalent
Assessment:
- Written Theory Exam
- Worksheets
- Observed Treatment Session (x5)
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Progression routes:
May be used to support access toward degree studies related to Sports Therapy and/or Sport and Exercise Sciences.
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Delivering Physical Activity for Individuals with Mental Health Conditions
In the context of an increasing understanding of the relationship between exercise and physical activity and clinical benefits for mental health, this qualification aims to provide advanced exercise instructors with the skills and knowledge to work with patients and mental health professionals in the design, delivery and evaluation of safe and effective physical activity programmes.
Structure:
Mandatory units (Learners must complete all units to achieve 16 credits) | Credits | GLH |
| Researching the mental health landscape | 6 | 26 |
| Programming physical activity for individuals with mental health conditions | 5 | 17 |
| Delivering physical activity programmes to individuals with mental health | 5 | 12 |
Prerequisites:
Learner prerequisites
- YMCA Awards Level 3 Certificate in Exercise Referral for Specific Controlled Conditions
- YMCA Awards Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral or equivalent
Assessment:
- coursework
- portfolio of evidence
- practical demonstration/assignment/evidence log
- written examination
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Progression routes:
- YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Weight Management for Individuals with Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and/or Metabolic Syndrome
- YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Programming Physical Activity for Individuals with Low Back Pain
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Programming Physical Activity for Individuals with Low Back Pain
The aim of this qualification is to provide the learner with the appropriate knowledge and skills to design, deliver, monitor and evaluate structured, individualised physical activity programmes for adults with low back pain, in accordance with current evidence-based guidelines.
Learners will cover:
Knowledge and understanding relating to the qualification:
Structure:
Mandatory units (Learners must complete all units to achieve 16 credits) | Credits | GLH |
| Principles and epidemiology of low back pain | 6 | 40 |
| Programming physical activities for individuals with low back pain | 6 | 40 |
| Instructing physical activity sessions for individuals with low back pain | 4 | 10 |
Prerequisites:
Learner prerequisites
Registration status of full Level 3 Exercise Referral Instructor on the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs), or either of:
a) Registration at Level 4 prior to September 2011 plus achievement of a Level 3 fitness qualification
b) Achievement of a Level 4 prior to September 2011 plus achievement of a Level 3 fitness qualification
150 hours of relevant professional practice at Level 3 in designing, delivering, monitoring, adapting and tailoring exercise programmes for individuals gained within the previous two years and at least six months experience since qualification (to be evidenced in a CV and reference letter).
Note: Learners are required to complete the online Professional Practice unit via the members area of the REPs website (free to complete) where the learner holds an NVQ exercise referral qualification on the QCF. This unit is embedded in the QCF exercise referral qualifications.
Assessment:
- short/long answer paper
- worksheets
- case study (programme design and review)
- observed instruction session
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Progression routes:
- YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Teaching Pilates
- YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Weight Management for Individuals with Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and/or Metabolic Syndrome
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Weight Management for Individuals with Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and/or Metabolic Syndrome
Certificate in Weight Management for Individuals with Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and/or Metabolic Syndrome
This qualification is for those who wish to be able to plan and deliver safe and effective weight management programmes to members of the population with Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and/or Metabolic Syndrome.
Learners will cover:
Knowledge and understanding relating to the qualification:
Structure:
Mandatory units (Learners must complete all units to achieve 25 credits) | Credits | GLH |
| Considerations for Safe and Effective Weight Management Programmes for Individuals with Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and Metabolic Syndrome | 9 | 77 |
| Programming Group Weight Management for Individuals with Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and Metabolic Syndrome | 10 | 87 |
| Delivering Group Weight Management Sessions for Individuals with Obesity, Diabetes Mellitus and Metabolic Syndrome | 6 | 36 |
Prerequisites:
Learner prerequisites
- YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Exercise Referral for Specific Controlled Conditions
- YMCA Level 3 Diploma in Exercise Referral or equivalent
Assessment:
- coursework
- portfolio of evidence
- practical demonstration/assignment
- written examination
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Progression routes:
- other specialist qualifications at Level 4
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance
This qualification is aimed at individuals who are directly involved in the internal quality assurance of assessors and assessment, and in addition hold the responsibility to manage the centre or other internal quality assurers.
Learners will cover:
Structure:
Mandatory units (Learners must complete all units to achieve 17 credits) | Credits | GLH |
| Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment | 6 | 45 |
| Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment | 6 | 45 |
| Plan, Allocate and Monitor Work in Own Area of Responsibility | 5 | 25 |
Accreditation:
- REPs CPD points: 16
Prerequisites:
Learner prerequisites
- It is recommended that learners have experience and/or qualifications in assessing and internal quality assurance
Assessment:
- portfolio of evidence
Fees and resources:
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Progression routes:
- YMCA Level 3 Award in Education and Training
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 4 Award in Understanding Internal Quality Assurance
Aimed at individuals such as managers and assessors who wish to acquire knowledge regarding internal quality assurance without any requirement to apply this knowledge in a practical manner.
Learners will cover :
Structure:
Mandatory units | Credits | GLH |
| Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment | 6 | 45 |
Accreditation:
- REPs CPD points: 16
Prerequisites:
Assessment:
- portfolio of evidence
Fees and resources:
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Progression routes:
- YMCA Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
- YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
Qualifications:
YMCA Level 4 Award in Internal Quality Assurance
Aimed at individuals who are directly involved in the internally quality assurance of assessors and assessment but are not involved in centre management or liaising with other internal quality assurers.
Learners will cover:
Structure:
Mandatory units (Learners must complete all units to achieve 12 credits) | Credits | GLH |
| Internally Assure the Quality of Assessment | 6 | 45 |
| Understanding the Principles and Practices of Internally Assuring the Quality of Assessment | 6 | 45 |
Accreditation:
- REPs CPD points: 16
Prerequisites:
Assessment:
- portfolio of evidence
Fees and resources:
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Progression routes:
- YMCA Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice
Qualifications: