HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF) the essential guide including: 2013 Yearly Planner FREE Trainer/Assessor Conversion Days FREE HABC Pool Lifeguard Information sessions Welcome to the essential guide to delivering the HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF). This guide provides you with everything you need to know about the pool lifeguard qualification that everyone in the leisure industry is talking about. It also includes the 2013 guide for all trainer/assessor conversion days for those wishing to deliver our new qualification. In addition to these days we will also be holding a series of information sessions throughout the year. These provide individuals such as leisure managers, decision makers, heads of councils and heads of leisure organisations with an overview of the benefits of converting to HABC.
introducing the Awarding Body that Listens Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance (HABC) is the UK s leading provider of compliance qualifications and is recognised by Ofqual, the Welsh Government, CCEA and SQA. We offer over 120 qualifications in a wide range of subjects including Pool Lifeguarding, First Aid, Health and Safety, Food Safety, Fire Safety, Manual Handling and Security. We are the leading provider within a number of markets and, with over 10,000 internationally registered approved centres, we are committed to quality, value, service and integrity. All our approved centres receive their own dedicated account manager, an average of four days certification turnaround and unbeatable prices across all qualifications that we offer. We are proud to work with some of the world s most recognised companies, as well as local councils, leisure centres and training providers; we are the one stop shop for any leisure provider. There are a number of reasons why you should become an HABC centre: Quality: We work with leading international industry experts from all fields, with supporting training materials for HABC accredited qualifications available from Highfield. Value: We are the most competitive awarding organisation in the market and provide all our centres with a price promise, meaning we will never be beaten on price. Service: We provide all of our centres with their own dedicated account manager and an average of four working days results and certification turnaround time. Integrity: We provide our centres with only accurate and honest information at all times. 2 HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF): The Essential Guide
HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF) The HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF) has been developed in line with the requirements of the HSE, HSG 179: Managing Health and Safety in Swimming Pools. This Ofqual accredited qualification is valid for two years and has equal standing with other pool lifeguard qualifications on the market. The qualification is also on the Qualification Credit Framework (QCF) and the unit was written by the stakeholders in the market and Skills Active, the Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure, Learning and Well-being. This qualification provides the necessary skills and knowledge for learners who wish to be employed as pool lifeguards. HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding Requalification (QCF) The HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF) is valid for two years and can be kept up-to-date with regular on-going training carried out by an approved training provider. When the qualification is due to expire, lifeguards are required to undertake requalification to extend the qualification for another two years. This involves a renewal assessment and can be completed providing there is a signed record of regular onsite training taking place, with a minimum of 20 hours contact time. Alternatively, if the renewal criteria are not met, the full course and assessment has to be completed Why deliver these qualifications? There are numerous benefits of choosing HABC as your Awarding Organisation for pool lifeguarding. These are as follows: FREE registration to become an HABC Approved Centre no annual membership subscriptions unbeatable prices centre registration for individual tutors as well as organisations a maximum 7 working day certification turnaround (an average of 4 working days) a dedicated account manager the ability to add first aid qualifications to the pool lifeguard candidate package over 120 other qualifications to choose from HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF): The Essential Guide 3
How can I become a Trainer/Assessor to deliver this qualification? HABC require that in order to become a nominated pool lifeguard tutor/assessor you must: hold a recognised teaching qualification or have experience in delivering educational courses (see important note below) hold a recognised and current pool lifeguarding qualification have experience in this area or appropriate equivalent* attend a FREE HABC pool lifeguard conversion/ orientation day. Important Note: Centres who are seeking approval only for tutors and assessors who have not previously delivered and/ or assessed pool lifeguard qualifications (e.g. do not hold a RLSS or STA tutor qualification) will require an initial approval visit from HABC. This visit will be conducted on your first course by HABC personnel. *Recognised equivalents include a valid RLSS trainer/assessor qualification OR an STA National Aquatic Rescue Standard (NARS) tutor/examiner qualification. Following attendance on a FREE HABC Conversion day, tutors can be attached to other HABC Centres to train and assess this award or can set up their own centre. It is recommended that tutors and assessors who have not previously delivered and/or assessed pool lifeguard qualifications are shadowed by experienced T/A s from the same centre in their first course and first assessment. As stated above if there is no experienced T/A s at that Centre, they will require an initial approval visit from HABC on their first course. My current lifeguards are qualified through the RLSS or the STA. When their qualification expires, can they switch to the HABC qualification? Yes. A qualified RLSS or STA Pool Lifeguard can re-qualify using the HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding Requalification (QCF).To do so, lifeguards are required to document 20 hours of on-going training prior to re-qualifying. This training must include the key technical differences between the HABC qualification and the one previously held by the learner. These key technical differences are highlighted to all trainers/assessors on the conversion days and must be passed onto the lifeguards in the on-going training. Learners must know the key technical differences within our qualification and this must be included within their 20 hours of on-going training. We do not specify a time frame as this may vary with each learner. What funding is available? Supported by Skills Active, the Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure, the HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF) is currently eligible for funding. Funding is distributed by the Young People s Learning Agency for 16-18 learners www.ypla.gov.uk and the Skills Funding Agency for 19+ learners www.skillsfundingagency.bis.gov.uk The LARA (Learner Aims Reference Application) holds funding information for accredited qualifications. The HABC qualification title is the Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF) and the learning aim reference number is 60032741. 4 HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF): The Essential Guide
HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF) Packages - Prices Pool Lifeguard Candidate Package This package includes: HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF) (assessment, certificate, temporary card and permanent card) Temporary Card Sample TRAINING Your Logo Here Permanent Card Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance Qualified Pool Lifeguard TEMPORARY CARD TEMPORARY: Qualified Pool Lifeguard CARD Name: Date of Award: Course ID: Trainer signature: Pool Depth: Spinal Board: This card is valid until the HABC Certificate is released. The Pool Lifeguard Handbook (Level 2) A Question of Pool Lifeguarding (Level 2) The First Aid Handbook If you order: 1-24 Packages: 25-49 Packages: 50-99 Packages: 100+ Packages: 35.00 + 2.00 VAT (each) 32.00 + 1.80 VAT (each) 29.00 + 1.60 VAT (each) 26.00 + 1.40 VAT (each) www.highfieldabc.com Please note: the VAT on the Pool Lifeguard Candidate Packages is only applied to the value of the qualification within the package and not the books. HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding Candidate requalification = 12.50 + VAT per package This includes: HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding Requalification (QCF) (assessment, certificate, temporary card and permanent card) Tel: +44 (0)845 2260350 Tel: +44 (0)1302 363277 Fax: +44 (0)845 2260360 5
HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF) Packages - Prices QUALIFICATION ADD ONS Add the following qualifications to the Pool Lifeguarding Package: (Please note for the add-ons that include books, the VAT is only applied to the value of the qualification and not the book) HABC Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (QCF) = 4.50 + VAT per package This includes: Level 2 Emergency First Aid at Work (QCF) (assessment, certificate and card) (resource book already included in the Pool Lifeguarding Package) HABC Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (QCF) = 9.50 + 1.00 VAT per package This includes: First Aid at Work Handbook First Aid at Work certificate and card HABC Level 2 Award in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillation (QCF) = 6.50 + 0.80 VAT per package This includes: AED Defibrillation Handbook HABC Level 2 Award in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillation (QCF) Certificate Interactive Pool Lifeguard Training Package The Interactive Pool Lifeguard Training Pack is a comprehensive tool kit for trainers delivering the HABC Pool Lifeguarding qualification. This pack includes: www.highfieldabc.com 6 Interactive PowerPoint presentation includes full Pool Lifeguard and Emergency First Aid presentations, lecture notes, session plan, delegate thumbnails, interactive slides and DVD clips Cards4Safety- Q&A Card Game (2 packs) The Pool Lifeguard Handbook (Level 2) A Question of Pool Lifeguarding (Level 2) Interactive Emergency First Aid at Work PowerPoint The First Aid Handbook Po t Pool Lifeguard Challenge DVD CTI RA VE in PowerPoint presentation example slide INTE w e r Po PRICING: 350 + VAT The Interactive Pool Lifeguard Training Pack is FREE upon your first purchase of 10 candidate packages. DVD example clip Tel: +44 (0)845 2260350 Tel: +44 (0)1302 363277 Fax: +44 (0)845 2260360
Free trainer /assessor conversion days We are pleased to announce dates, times and locations for our FREE Pool Lifeguarding Trainer/Assessor Conversion days in 2013. Attendance on these conversion days will allow pool lifeguard trainers/ assessors to deliver the new HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF). The day includes: an introduction to the UK s leading awarding organisation. the benefits of using HABC the key differences in the qualification from others on the market a first-hand look at the high quality training products produced for this qualification the knowledge and competency required to train and assess this new qualification complimentary copies of: The Pool Lifeguard Handbook, A Question of Pool Lifeguarding, and the First Aid Handbook what to do next in order to deliver this qualification Attendance at this event will entitle you to a CPD certificate worth 6 CPD points. In addition to Trainer/Assessor Conversion days we are also holding a number of FREE Pool Lifeguarding Information Sessions. These sessions are ideal for managers and decision makers across the leisure industry to see the vast benefits of moving their organisation to HABC, without having to attend a full conversion day which is more relevant to trainers/ assessors. The session includes: information an introduction to the UK s leading awarding organisation the benefits of using HABC the key differences in the qualification from others on the market an overview of all the training material developed for this qualification sessions complimentary copies of: The Pool Lifeguard Handbook, A Question of Pool Lifeguarding, and the First Aid Handbook how to take next step in converting your organisation s pool lifeguard training to the HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF) Please note: All HABC Conversion Days and Information Sessions will be delivered by an HABC Speaker. HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF): The Essential Guide 7
FREE Trainer/Assessor Conversion Days January Date: Wednesday 23rd January 2013 Venue Location: Sport Central, Northumbria University, Northumberland Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8SG February Date: Wednesday 13th February 2013 April Date: Wednesday 24th April 2013 Venue Location: Sport Central, Northumbria University, Northumberland Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8SG July Date: Wednesday 24th July 2013 Venue Location: Sport Central, Northumbria University, Northumberland Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8SG August Date: Friday 30th August 2013 November Date: Monday 18th November 2013 May Date: Tuesday 14th May 2013 Sidings Court, Lakeside, DN4 5NL We will also be hosting events in London and Wales, please continue to check our website or contact the team for further details. Please note: Spaces will be allocated on a first come first served basis. For further information or to book your place please contact Laura Drumgoon on 0845 2260350; alternatively email: ldrumgoon@highfieldabc.com or book your place on our website www.highfieldabc.com and go to the events page. 8 HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF): The Essential Guide
FREE HABC Pool Lifeguard Information sessions January Date: Wednesday 9th January 2013 Venue Location: Sport Central, Northumbria University, Northumberland Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8SG Please note: Spaces will be allocated on a first come first served basis. For further information or to book your place please contact Laura Drumgoon on 0845 2260350; alternatively email: ldrumgoon@highfieldabc.com or book your place on our website www.highfieldabc.com and go to the events page. February Date: Wednesday 27th February 2013 April Date: Wednesday 10th April 2013 Venue Location: Sport Central, Northumbria University, Northumberland Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8SG May Date: Wednesday 8th May 2013 July Date: Wednesday 3rd July 2013 Venue Location: Sport Central, Northumbria University, Northumberland Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8SG August Date: Friday 2nd August 2013 November Date: Tuesday 19th November 2013 We will also be hosting events in London and Wales, please continue to check our website for details. HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF): The Essential Guide 9
HABC Clients Delivering Pool Lifeguarding North Country Leisure gets active with HABC Each week new centres register to deliver our new Pool Lifeguarding qualification. Centres that have registered and converted over to HABC include large leisure organisations, leisure trusts, councils, caravan parks, waterparks and training providers. These are not just throughout the UK but around the world with approved centres also in Dubai, Malta and Cyprus. We recently welcomed North Country Leisure (NCL) as an approved HABC Centre. NCL is a charity and a company limited by guarantee. It was established in 1998 for the benefit of the community, with the aim of offering excellent sports and leisure for all. NCL works extremely closely with Northumberland County Council, Copeland Borough Council and Eden District Council and is an accredited training provider of sport and leisure courses. Training Courses that NCL currently offer include Pool Lifeguarding, First Aid and Food Hygiene. Speaking on the move to HABC for Pool Lifeguarding, Shirley Brown (Training Manager) at NCL offered the following comments: When we first heard that HABC was launching a Pool Lifeguarding qualification, we felt this would be a great opportunity to make significant cost savings by moving over to them. However, after going through a period of due diligence and reviewing all aspects of their qualification package, as well as hosting conversion days for our trainers, we ve realised there are numerous benefits of moving across. Not only is the qualification the most cost-effective on the market, but the supporting training materials are of the high quality we ve come to expect from Highfield, certification time is extremely quick and we feel we re being listened to by our HABC Account Manager. As the Training Manager, having a dedicated account manager, to whom we direct all queries, makes communication friendly, straightforward and simple, and the HABC response time to queries and certification is very impressive. We have now converted all of our trainers to be HABC Pool Lifeguard tutors and are transferring all of our 190 lifeguards over to the HABC Award as they become due to re-qualify. I m pleased to say that all new lifeguards will now be trained the HABC way. With our market share continuing to grow as a result of organisations such as NCL joining us, we aim to become the leading awarding organisation for Pool Lifeguarding qualifications in 2013. 10 HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF): The Essential Guide
How to become an HABC Centre Approved Centre AppliCAtion: HABC is the UK s leading Awarding Organisation for compliance qualifications. We are always on the lookout for Training Centres that would like to become HABC Approved Centres. By becoming an Approved Centre, you can allow your candidates to take HABC qualifications in a wide range of subject areas. Qualifications provided by HABC cover a number of different subjects including Food Safety, HACCP, Health and Safety, Auditing Skills, Infection Control, Fire Safety, Manual Handling, First Aid, Licensing, Security and Teaching. the Benefits of Applying: HABC is the UK s leading Awarding Organisation for compliance qualifications for a reason. Quality - Leading international industry experts from all fields, with supporting training materials for HABC accredited qualifications available from Highfield. Value - We are the most competitive Awarding Organisation in the market and provide all our centres with a price promise, meaning we will never be beaten on price. Service - We provide all of our centres with their own dedicated Account Manager and an average of four working days results and certification turnaround time. Integrity - We only provide our centres with accurate and honest information at all times. BeCome A Centre To become an HABC Centre, simply register with us at www.highfieldabc.com/ application or contact us on 0845 2260350. Once you have done this we ll send you a username and password so you can begin the process (which we can happily guide you through if required). HABC Ltd 2013 Highfield House, Heavens Walk, Lakeside, Doncaster DN4 5HZ, United Kingdom Tel: +44 0845 2260350 Tel: +44 01302 363277 Fax: +44 0845 2260360 Email: info@highfieldabc.com www.highfieldabc.com 11
Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance (HABC) is expanding into In late 2012, HABC began creating a new and exciting portfolio of qualifications that support learners and employers within the leisure industry. 2013 looks to build on this success with more developments in this sector: In 2013, HABC will look to support the leisure operations sector further with new provision in the following areas: HABC Level 2 Certificate in Leisure Operations (QCF) HABC Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Active Leisure, Learning and Well-being Operational Services (QCF) HABC Level 2 Award in Swimming Pool Emergency Response (QCF) HABC Level 2 Award in Swimming Pool Water Testing (QCF) HABC Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (QCF) HABC Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (QCF) HABC Level 2 Award in Activity First Aid (QCF) These qualifications are linked to a number of leisure related roles, such as Pool Lifeguards, Leisure Attendants and First Aiders. Each qualification can be taken as an individual achievement or linked to the wider government apprenticeship initiate, in particular the apprenticeship in Leisure Operations. The pace of developments in this sector looks to continue throughout 2013 with further qualifications in the following areas: Activity Leadership Coaching Sport Fitness Instruction Leisure Management For further information please visit the HABC website future qualifications section or contact one of our dedicated Account Managers. If you would like to register as a centre to deliver Pool Lifeguarding or would like any further information about our new qualification then please contact Andrew Hibbitt on +44 0845 2260350 or email him at ahibbitt@highfieldabc.com. 12 HABC Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding (QCF): The Essential Guide