ISRM qualifications

ISRM provides a wide range of education and development opportunities for all of those involved in the sport and recreation industry.

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Our qualifications
ISRM Operations Certificate
Leading to the Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Sport and Recreation Operations
An introductory qualification providing front line staff with essential core knowledge in sport and recreation service operation.
ISRM Supervisory Management Certificate
Leading to the Active IQ Level 3 Certificate in Supervisory Management in Sport and Recreation
The qualification for supervisory staff and those looking to step up the management ladder.
ISRM/City & Guilds Higher Professional Diploma (formerly the ISRM Sport and Recreation Management Certificate)
ISRM's most popular management qualification - professional recognition for sport and recreation facility managers.
NEW QUALIFICATION BEING LAUNCHED JANUARY 2009 - Technical Facility Management Certificate
An advanced (level 4) programme delivered over 3 days for technically minded and managerial staff. It takes the knowledge gained from the National Pool Plant Operators course and develops this to investigate pool disgnostics, energy management and maintenance management.
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Pool Plant Operators Training
National Pool Plant Operators Foundation Certificate
Leading to the Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Pool Plant Operations
An introductory one-day course for front line staff covering the basic principles and processes of pool water treatment. It provides a pathway towards the full level 3 NPPO certificate course.
National Pool Plant Operators Certificate
Leading to the Active IQ Level 3 Certificate in Pool Plant Operations
A three-day course which is the essential technical qualification for staff involved in day-to-day pool plant operation, or those responsible for plant management.
National Pool Plant Operators Update Training
In order to maintain the currency of the pool plant operator's knowledge and inclusion in the Register of Pool Plant Professionals after the period of five years, ISRM offer the opportunity of attending one-day update training days.
Spa pool training
ISRM Introduction to Spa Pools - Online Training Course
This is a computer based training programme which can be completed in approx. 2-3 hours
ISRM National Spa Pool Foundation Certificate
This is a one day course based upon the ISRM Operators Guide to Spa Pool Services and has been devised for staff who have not previously received training. It is less demanding than the two day course with an easier assessment which is based upon multiple choice questions.
ISRM National Spa Pool Operators Certificate
This is a two day training course based upon the ISRM Spa Pool Manual. It is intended for staff who have a basic knowledge and understanding of spa pools and offers them the chance to gain a nationally recognised qualification.
Other qualifications
Fitness Management Certificate
Leading to the Active IQ Level 3 Certificate in Fitness Management
This course is designed to bridge the link between staff with a background associated with training and those with a background in general facility management.
Events Management Certificate
A two-day course providing an overview and practical guidance on event organisation

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INFORMATION FOR TRAINERS

ISRM operates a system of licensing for the trainers who deliver many of its courses. For information on trainer assessment days, go here.