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Active IQ named as a finalist for ‘Collaboration of the Year’ and ‘Qualification of the Year’ at FAB 2022 Awards
29 Sep 2022
NHS keyworker Julie Davis wanted to provide colleagues with access to free fitness during the COVID-19 pandemic / Fibodo / Active IQ / Study Active
Recognising the ways in which an awarding organisation collaborates to achieve success, Active IQ was named as a finalist in the ‘Collaboration of the Year’ category for #DoingOurBit, a platform inspired by NHS keyworker Julie Davis who wanted to provide colleagues with access to free fitness during the COVID-19 pandemic. The campaign was brought to life through the collaboration between Active IQ, fibodo (physical activity sector software provider) and Study Active (Active IQ approved training provider) who rallied to engage PTs to record workouts, verify every minute of every session and upload them to a specially designed platform for NHS workers to access.
Active IQ was also named as a finalist in the ‘Qualification of the Year’ category for the Level 2 Mental Health Qualification which launched in November 2018. It has become Active IQ’s fastest growing qualification with over 2,000 learners registering in 2021 alone. The qualification was recognised for its innovative approach and assessment strategy which not only trains someone to recognise a mental health issue, but it ensures they have the practical skills to intervene and potentially save a life.
Commenting on the awards, Tom Bewick, the Federation’s chief executive, said: “The FAB awards go from strength to strength. We’re delighted to have received so many nominations of such a high standard for the prestigious FAB 2022 Awards. The Awards showcase excellence in awarding and assessment and celebrate the contributions of individuals and teams to developing high quality qualifications, and innovative and inclusive practice. To reach the finals of the FAB Awards is no mean feat and I extend my warm congratulations to all finalists and wish them luck. We look forward to celebrating our world-class industry on the night.”
Now in its seventh year, the FAB 2022 Awards recognise the contributions made by awarding organisations and their employees to education and skills in the UK over the past year. The winners will be announced at the FAB 2022 Awards dinner, sponsored by Creatio, on the 20th of October at the Marriott Hotel in Leicester.
“We are honoured to be shortlisted as a finalist in two categories this year,” says Jenny Patrickson, Active IQ managing director. “The FAB Awards are a hugely respected and prestigious event with nominations received from many different industries. Having our work in the leisure industry recognised as a finalist is already a huge achievement. Best of luck to all the other finalists. We look forward to coming together and celebrating at the awards dinner in October.”
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Key customers
We work with over 500 approved centres in the UK and globally, including private training providers, colleges, employers, leisure service providers, universities, colleges, schools, nursery settings, prisons, young offender institutes and international centres.
Plans for the next 12 months
A range of refreshed qualifications will be launched, and we will be adding new digital content to our LMS Platform providing additional CPD and resources to our customers. We will also be growing our presence internationally with both new and existing training providers from around the world. We have extended our portfolio of international offerings with the Active IQ Personal Training and Fitness Instructor International Programmes of Study offering high quality education to even more learners around the world.
Our goal is to extend our expertise in the UK fitness sector internationally and we’re thrilled to have several partners across the Middle East and Africa joining us on this mission.
Our goal is to extend our expertise in the UK fitness sector internationally and we’re thrilled to have several partners across the Middle East and Africa joining us on this mission.
Testimonial
"Success isn't just about reaching a destination, it's about embracing the journey and committing to growth every step of the way. At Study Active, we understand that providing exceptional learning experiences means partnering with those who share our values of innovation and quality. That's why we chose to team up with Active IQ - they're not only a modern and flexible partner, but they're also dedicated to helping us provide the best resources and support to our students. Utilizing their business insights into trends and demands, we can ensure that we're providing what our students need to succeed. From webinars to e-clinics, we're able to onboard tutors more efficiently and offer a plethora of additional courses to help our students and teachers alike reach their full potential.”
– James Luscombe, Managing Director of Study Active
– James Luscombe, Managing Director of Study Active
Testimonial
“The quality of Active IQ’s provision is excellent and I consider them a trusted provider. The business development team was very supportive of my idea to focus this training on students. After excellent feedback from a couple of staff colleagues, I decided to pilot the Level 2 in Mental Health Awareness with a cohort of 308 students. It proved so successful that we are now rolling it out across our entire student body by incorporating it into the curriculum.
“Mental health issues among students are not going away anytime soon. If anything, they could become worse for those students who have had no exams and lack experience in managing the stress and pressure of these. Young adults need all the help they can get to support their mental health as they study and prepare to start work.
“I would strongly recommend other colleges to look at the Active IQ Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness. It stands apart from the majority of qualifications that comprise off-the-shelf generic materials. This qualification captures the imagination of the learners and makes the topic relevant. It has had a significant impact on a lot of our students and we are now rolling it out across the entire college as we believe everyone can gain from having these skills and knowledge.”
– Mike Ridley, Head of Department - General Further Education, Bishop Burton College
“Mental health issues among students are not going away anytime soon. If anything, they could become worse for those students who have had no exams and lack experience in managing the stress and pressure of these. Young adults need all the help they can get to support their mental health as they study and prepare to start work.
“I would strongly recommend other colleges to look at the Active IQ Level 2 Award in Mental Health Awareness. It stands apart from the majority of qualifications that comprise off-the-shelf generic materials. This qualification captures the imagination of the learners and makes the topic relevant. It has had a significant impact on a lot of our students and we are now rolling it out across the entire college as we believe everyone can gain from having these skills and knowledge.”
– Mike Ridley, Head of Department - General Further Education, Bishop Burton College
Testimonial
"I am extremely pleased with the level of service Active IQ has provided me, and the apprentices on the Teaching Assistant Standard and Early Years Educator Standard. The team provided us with “how to guides” which were extremely helpful to enrol learners on EPA Pro and upload evidence of work to present apprentices to gateway. Using the guides, and guidance from Active IQ staff I was easily able to present learners to gateway and observe their status throughout the EPA process.
"I am particularly impressed with the support End-point Assessors provided for the apprentices as some were nervous about the process and assessment. The assessors spent time to introduce themselves, talk through the End-point Assessment requirements, and successfully booked a convenient day and time for the EPA to take place. Each assessment was booked promptly and within a week or two of me presenting learners to gateway – an incredible turn around!"
– Jennifer Walker, Curriculum Leader Early Years, Education and Social Sciences, Bolton College
"I am particularly impressed with the support End-point Assessors provided for the apprentices as some were nervous about the process and assessment. The assessors spent time to introduce themselves, talk through the End-point Assessment requirements, and successfully booked a convenient day and time for the EPA to take place. Each assessment was booked promptly and within a week or two of me presenting learners to gateway – an incredible turn around!"
– Jennifer Walker, Curriculum Leader Early Years, Education and Social Sciences, Bolton College
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