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We develop and award industry-recognised qualifications for the sport, physical activity and health and leisure sectors
1st4sport are an awarding organisation recognised and regulated in England by the Office of the Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual). We are further regulated in Wales by Qualifications Wales, and in Northern Ireland by the Council for the Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA).
We offer a vast selection of high-quality vocational qualifications, technical qualifications and apprenticeships for schools, colleges and independent training providers.
- Qualifications
- 151
- Recognised centres
- 223
- Sports/ Activities
- 46
- Partners
- 35
Featured qualifications
Level 2
1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Multi-Skills Development in Sport
Provides the knowledge and skills to coach multi-skills and how to enhance sessions with the principles of fundamental movement skills and fundamental sports skills. This is not a sport-specific coaching qualification
Level 2
1st4sport Level 2 Award in Coaching Rowing Sessions
Gives learners the knowledge, skills and confidence to plan, deliver and evaluate a series of linked and progressive rowing sessions
Level 2
1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Physical Activity and Sport within the School Environment
Ensures that learners have the knowledge, confidence and skills to support the delivery of safe and inclusive curricular and extra-curricular physical education and sport programmes to children and young people
Become a recognised centre
Interested in educating your students or workforce on key roles and skills within the sport, physical activity, and active leisure sector? To deliver a qualification, your organisation must first apply to become a 1st4sport recognised centre.
Apply today
1st4sport
End-point assessments (EPA)
By partnering with 1st4sport, you'll be able to take advantage of our experienced and qualified assessors throughout England and get access to invaluable tools, resources and support.
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1st4sport provides us with a range of industry-recognised qualifications that give our learners the best chance of being employed.
Matt Burrows, Senior Sector Head for Sport and 14-16 Direct Entry, South Devon College
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