Introduction

This qualification underpins the role of an activity leader in the active leisure sector and is appropriate for individuals who are planning, delivering and evaluating activity sessions.

Qualification structure and credit value

This NVQ/SVQ consists of 6 mandatory units (25 credits) and 2 optional units (minimum of 5 credits)


Mandatory units

All learners must successfully complete the following units:

  • Support the work of the team and organization (Y/601/4483) this unit is worth 2 credits
  • Prepare for activity sessions (F/601/5532) this unit is worth 4 credits
  • Lead activity sessions (J/601/5533) this unit is worth 9 credits
  • Conclude and review activity sessions (L/601/5534) this unit is worth 4 credits
  • Promote health, safety and welfare in active leisure and recreation (D/601/4484) this unit is worth 4 credits
  • Support equality and diversity in active leisure and recreation (H/601/4485) this unit is worth 2 credits

Optional units

Learners must complete two of the following optional units:

  • Administer finance and information (R/601/5535) this unit is worth 3 credits
  • Contribute to joint working with other organisations (R/601/5536) this unit is worth 4 credits
  • Support the development of the sport or activity (H/601/5538) this unit is worth 2 credits
  • Set up, take down and store activity equipment (K/601/4486) this unit is worth 3 credits
  • Check and service activity equipment (M/601/4487) this unit is worth 3 credits
  • Contribute to environmental conservation in active leisure and recreation (L/601/4495) this unit is worth 6 credits
  • Give customers a positive impression of yourself and your organisation (L/601/0933) this unit is worth 5 credits
  • Look after participants when they are away from home (K/601/5539) this unit is worth 5 credits
  • Enable disabled people to take part in activities (D/601/5540) this unit is worth 9 credits
  • Contribute to adventurous activities (H/601/5541) this unit is worth 8 credits
  • Contribute to participants’ personal and social development (K/601/5542) this unit is worth 5 credits
  • Contribute to participants’ exploration and understanding of the natural environment (M/601/5543) this unit is worth 4 credits

 

Assessment Internally assessed:

  • Coursework
  • Portfolio of Evidence
  • Practical Demonstration / Assignment

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