TRAINING TM SkillsActive launches new online portal
SkillsActive has launched a new Quality Training Portal (QTP) – an online resource featuring thousands of quality assured training courses – it claims will help Britain’s unemployed fi nd careers in the leisure industry. T e portal, available to the general
public, hosts a database of three thou- sand quality assured training courses and qualifications from endorsed training providers. It is designed to help those hoping to enter and develop careers in sport, fi tness, out- doors, playwork, and beauty sectors, by demonstrating how to acquire the relevant skills and qualifi cations. T e portal also houses detailed
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T e portal is aimed at the unemployed and those seeking CPD
information on courses suitable for those seeking to progress their careers with further qualifi cations or in taking their exper- tise to the next level. Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training is important for keeping up-to-date with the latest develop- ments in the sector, and all courses available on the portal off er CPD points to members of SkillsActive’s professional registers. “In this competitive market, those start-
ing or developing their careers in the leisure and wellbeing sectors need to arm them- selves with the right skills and qualifi cations,”
commented the head of professional develop- ment at SkillsActive, Tom Bell. “T e Quality Training Portal gives learn-
ers the confi dence that the training available through this platform has all been indepen- dently quality assured by the industry.” SkillsActive is the offi cially recognised and
licensed organisation that sets the quality standards for skills, off ers eff ective training solutions and facilitates career development in the sport, fi tness, outdoors and playwork industries. Details:
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Sarah Edmonds joins Premier Global
Premier Global, the parent group of Premier Training International and Active IQ, has appointed Sarah Edmonds as head of standards and compliance with a remit of driving forward qualifi cation and programme standards. Edmonds has worked in the active
leisure industry for more than 20 years and joins the company from her role as interim head of CYQ at Central YMCA Qualifi cations. Having began her career as
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Active IQ has a range of qualifications includeing Active Leisure, Personal Training, Fitness Instructing, Level 4,
Edmonds has a varied background in the leisure industry
a dance and fitness instructor, Edmonds then became a vocational tutor before moving on to quality assurance reg- ulation and compliance within the arena of examinations and awarding. T anks to her varied roles, Edmonds has acquired extensive knowledge of government regulated vocational qualifi cations, which Premier Global believes makes her ideally suited to the new role. Debra Stuart, CEO of Premier Global said:
“Having worked closely with Sarah in previous roles, I know that Sarah’s experience in this area will enable Premier Global to ensure consistent
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high standards and remain at the forefront of innovative and engaging education.” Jenny Patrickson, commercial director at
Active IQ, added: “In her new role as Head of Standards and Compliance, Sarah brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in terms of qualifi cations, assessment and quality assur- ance, as well as an in-depth understanding of compliance aligned to regulatory frameworks. “We are absolutely delighted that
Sarah will be joining the organisation.” Details:
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