Qualification details

Active IQ Level 2 Award in Swimming Pool Operations (QCF)

Qualification summary

This qualification is intended to provide front line staff who work in a swimming pool environment with the skills and knowledge to:

•Test the pool water
•Understand the factors that contribute to pool water quality
•Explain to bathers what can affect pool water quality
•Understand the importance of good hygiene and cleanliness in and around the swimming pool

Qualification details

500/7412/X
2
QCF - QCF Qualification
Accreditation start date:
01/09/2009
Operational start date in centres:
01/01/2010
Accreditation end date:
31/08/2014
Certification end date:
31/08/2016
For information on the approval of qualifications for funding in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, see the links to DCSF, DIUS, DCELLS, DELNI and DENI below.

When undertaking a qualification that does not appear on the governments' lists as eligible for funding for specific age ranges, users must be aware of legal requirements. Not all qualifications are suitable for all age ranges.
For further information on 14-19 qualifications offered in England, please refer to the DCSF Section 96 website.

For further information on 19+ qualifications offered in England, please refer to the DIUS Section 97 website.
For further information on Wales, visit the DCELLS website.
For further information on Northern Ireland, visit the DELNI and DENI websites.
English
•This qualification provides progression on to Level 2 NVQ in Operational Services
•Alternatively, learners can progress to the Active IQ Level 3 Award in Swimming Pool Plant Operations
Health and Fitness Instructor
Leisure Centre Assistant
Pool/Beach Lifeguard
C. Prepare for employment
C2. Prepare for employment in a specific occupational area
  • 08 Leisure, Travel and Tourism
    • 08.1  Sport, Leisure and Recreation
4
4
31
31
Pass
Coursework
Multiple Choice Examination
Portfolio of Evidence
Practical Demonstration / Assignment
None
None
N/A
2 mandatory units, 4 credits
  • H/600/4538 - Principles and practice of swimming pool water testing
  • D/600/4537 - Principles of swimming pool plant operations