Sport Leaders UK Update |
QCF Is Coming - Do You Know What It Is?
You will have heard us talking about big changes coming as we move from the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), to the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF). But do you really feel comfortable with what this is, and how it will affect you running a Sports Leaders UK course?
Our website now features an Introduction to the Qualifications and Credit Framework, and copies of the Sports Leaders UK Technical Updates to help you.
So, what do you need to do?
The fundamentals of what we do still stand, however we have also been using this opportunity to streamline our systems to make them more customer friendly. Our new Approved Assessment Centre Application Form and Course Application Form are now available.
New Age Range - Level 1 Award in Sports Leadership and Level 1 Award in Dance Leadership
We've lowered the starting age for our Level 1 awards. Candidates can now start these qualifications from age 13. Read more at Level 1 Award in Sports Leadership, and Level 1 Award in Dance Leadership.
Level 2 Award in Sports Leadership
We have a brand new qualification being launched in September 2010, the Level 2 Award in Sports Leadership. This qualification is designed for candiates aged 14+ and is an ideal progression for candidates who have achieved the Level 1 Award in Sports Leadership.
Level 3 Award in Day Walk Leadership and Level 3 Certificate in Basic Expedition
We currently have two qualifications that meet the needs of 'the outdoors'. The Level 2 Award in Day Walk Leadership, and the Level 2 Award in Basic Expedition Leadership. The transition onto the QCF has given us the opportunity to review these qualifications, which has resulted in them being re-levelled. As of September 2010, these qualifications will now be the Level 3 Award in Day Walk Leadership and the Level 3 Certificate in Basic Expedition Leadership.
Price List
The price list for 2010/11, including any changes brought about by the framework change in September, was issued with the 'QCF Special' Technical Update. It can also be found on our website - see Fees & Charges.
National Qualification Framework (NQF) Courses (pre-September 2010)
The last date a course can start under the current National Qualification Framework is 31st August 2010. All courses that start on or after 1st September 2010 will be registered to the QCF. All certification for NQF courses must be claimed by 31st August 2013.
QCF Resources
Tutor Resource Pack Order Form
We have been busy re-writing our Tutor Resource Packs (TRP) to ensure they reflect the changes brought about by the QCF, and to offer new ideas to assist with running a Sports Leaders UK course. As you will have already heard, anyone who has bought a TRP since 1st February 2010 will automatically receive the new electronic TRP free of charge, once they are available. If you would like to order the new QCF TRP, please use our new Tutor Resource Pack Order Form.
Record of Achievement
As you will have read in the Technical Update, as of September 2010, we will no longer provide Log Books, but will instead require all candidates to compile a Record of Achievement. Using feedback we've received from customers, we have re-designed these to be in an A4 format, which can be placed in a ring binder, making it easier to add candidate evidence. We are in the final stages of producing the new Record of Achievements, and they will be with you for all courses starting in September 2010.
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