ApprenticeshipsInvesting in the future

Publisher’s note: this brochure describes the quali� cations, products and services currently offered by Central YMCA Quali� cations (CYQ). Every care has been taken to ensure accuracy but changes may be introduced after publication.

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Established in 1998, Central YMCA Qualifi cations (CYQ) is the UK's leading awarding organisation for health, fi tness and wellbeing qualifi cations. As part of Central YMCA, CYQ is committed to supporting its charitable objective to help people lead healthier, happier and more fulfi lled lives.

CYQ develops and awards a diverse and unrivalled range of qualifi cations and supporting resources for tutors and learners, from introductory (Entry Level) to advanced levels (UK Level 4). CYQ’s qualifi cations are delivered across the UK and internationally, and have contributed to over 200,000 people developing and progressing their careers.

In launching a new selection of Apprenticeship packages, CYQ is, once again, proactively meeting the needs of the active leisure sector. With options available to challenge learners new to the industry as well as those looking to boost their careers, this exciting addition to CYQ’s provision will further nurture the calibre of employees in facilities across the breadth of the UK.

95% of centres would recommend CYQ to another training provider.CYQ Centre Satisfaction Survey 2013

Apprenticeships are work-based training schemes that are designed around the individual needs of your business and lead to widely recognised qualifi cations.

The government-funded programmes are suitable for new and existing employees who want to develop their skills and progress their careers. They offer on-the-job training combined with valuable qualifi cations, allowing your organisation to benefi t from well trained, qualifi ed and experienced staff.

What are

apprenticeships?

All of CYQ’s Apprenticeship packages comprise the

requisite components of the apprenticeship frameworks,

which are set out in the Specifi cations of Apprenticeship

Standards for England (SASE). These include:

» Competency-based qualifi cation

» Knowledge-based qualifi cation

» Employee rights and responsibilities

» Functional skills

» Personal learning and thinking skills

Functional skills provide apprentices with the practical skills

required in everyday life, education and the workplace. They

cover English, Maths and Information and Communication

Technology (ICT) and supplement the vocational

component of an apprenticeship, helping apprentices to

grow in confi dence and maximise their future training and

employment prospects.

CYQ has teamed up with the Scottish Qualifi cations Authority (SQA) to deliver the Functional skills element of the apprenticeships frameworks. SQA is an experienced awarding organisation with a global reputation for quality and service. The Functional skills assessments are set by SQA, delivered on-screen using their state-of-the-art SOLAR eAssessment system, and centrally marked by SQA. The Speaking, Listening and Communication assessment component for English Functional skills is delivered and marked by centres through controlled assessment, guaranteeing the highest levels of authenticity.

Fit and functional

qualifi cations

Choosing to deliver CYQ

Apprenticeship packages means

centres can be assured that they will

be providing the highest quality of

training to their learners.

First and foremost, the suite of

Apprenticeship packages have been

developed with centres’ needs in mind.

Whether training an individual just

starting their career in the active leisure

sector, or an established member of

staff keen to develop their skills, a

wealth of options are available.

Multi-skilled apprentices

By developing independent thinkers,

skilled professionals and talented staff,

employers and training providers alike,

will greatly enhance their business’s

reputation for quality.

Going above and beyond

With an outstanding selection of

learning resources available, learners

will have the means to excel and

become the best they can be.

In addition to the trusted service guaranteed by the

active leisure sector’s leading awarding organisation,

a range of supplementary benefi ts are also on offer,

adding exceptional value for centres and apprentices.

Additional benefi ts include:

» Customer support – whatever your needs, effi cient,

friendly and knowledgeable customer service staff are

on hand to help and advise.

» Centre training and support – staff can benefi t

from CYQ’s centre training days, either face-to-face

or online, which are specially designed to assist

approved centres in delivering specifi c qualifi cations

to the highest standards.

» Tutor, assessor and quality assurer resources –

a comprehensive range of fi rst-class digital and print

resources are readily available, including syllabuses,

learner assessment records, schemes of work and

PowerPoint presentations.

» Learner resources – apprentices can access CYQ’s

manuals and industry-leading eLearning content

to signifi cantly enhance their knowledge for

specifi c qualifi cations.

Exceedingexpectations

Intermediate Instructing Exercise and Fitness The aim of this apprenticeship is to supply a highly skilled and vocationally competent workforce for the health and fi tness sector to provide quality service to clients. It is perfect for people currently employed in the fi tness industry, and for those taking their fi rst steps as a fi tness instructor.

Intermediate Activity LeadershipDesigned for people who wish to gain a broad yet solid foundation in activity leadership, this apprenticeship will promote a career in the outdoor sector or in the active leisure sector as fi tness leaders, activity leaders or coaches.

Intermediate Leisure Operations Aimed at those wishing to work in operational roles in leisure and recreation facilities, this apprenticeship is appropriate for those progressing within the sector or those looking at adopting a new career pathway.

Advanced Fitness

Those who are keen to continue their professional development within the fi tness industry and possibly enter a supervisory or managerial role would be well placed to take on this advanced apprenticeship.

Advanced Leisure ManagementThis will benefi t people who wish to work in the leisure and recreation sector managing and/or supervising facilities. The skills acquired will enable apprentices to develop their customer care, advance their managerial skills and boost their facilities management expertise.

New apprenticeships coming soon. For all the latest apprenticeship packages visit cyq.org.uk/apprenticeships

Apprenticeshippackages

Next step Offering a CYQ Apprenticeship package is easy. Whether

you’re already working with CYQ or considering becoming

an approved centre, our dedicated Business Development

and Approvals team is on hand to get your centre up and

running as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Contact the team today to find out more about our

Apprenticeship packages or arrange for a member of the

team to visit you in person.

t. +44 (0)20 7343 1800

e. info@cyq.org.ukw. cyq.org.uk/apprenticeships

96% of learners would

recommend their CYQ

qualification to a friend.

CYQ Centre Satisfaction Survey 2012

cyq.org.uk/apprenticeships

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