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Professional Standards

Employer led professional and apprenticeship standards for the sport and physical activity sector.
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Our commitment to quality assured training provision for the sector.
Education policies and guidance

CIMSPA is the lead organisation for sport and physical activity workforce in our sector - we support our members and partners with clear policies and guidance.
Training Academy

Progression by CIMSPA. Find out more about how the academy will increase the impact of the education delivery ecosystem built by CIMSPA and our partners.
Micro-credentials

The new way for managers to study towards the CertHE in Sport Management from Cardiff Metropolitan University, in collaboration with CIMSPA.
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We are CIMSPA

Shaping a recognised, valued and inclusive sport and physical activity sector that everyone can be a part of.

If you work in the sport and physical activity sector then a CIMSPA membership or partnership is for you.

We are the professional development body for the UK’s sport and physical activity sector and a registered charity, committed to supporting, developing and enabling professionals and organisations to succeed and, as a result, inspire our nation to become more active.

Joining CIMSPA reveals a world of support and advantages

CIMSPA Conference 2025

Connecting the Dots

Wednesday 24 September | King Power Stadium, Leicester

Connecting the Dots will explore the role that our workforce has in tackling some of the biggest challenges that our country faces, and how through innovation and collaboration, the crucial work that they do can have impact at scale.

Discover CIMSPA Conference 2025

CIMSPA inspires and supports everyone working in the sport and physical activity sector to be ‘more than’ and get recognised for the great work they do.

Helping the sport and physical activity sector connect and engage with communities.

Women coaching children

Supporting, safeguarding, and regulating the workforce to allow everyone taking part in sport and physical activity to enjoy safe and high-quality experiences..

Our strategy

Individual and collective professional recognition for the sport and physical activity workforce.

READ OUR STRATEGY

We are the only professional body in the UK who provide chartered status in our sector.

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