Loughborough College announced as CIMSPA’s National Further Education Partner
As the only Chartered Institute for the sport and physical activity sector, this partnership helps CIMSPA to ensure that the learning and qualifications opportunities for those entering the sector align with employer needs and equip future sector professionals with the skills and knowledge to excel in their career. With an excellent sport and physical activity […]
Supporting careers advice delivery in sport and physical activity
At CIMSPA, we know that the fantastic array of work opportunities in the sport and physical activity sector can be challenging to fully understand. In our fast-moving sector, new opportunities appear regularly and the pathways and learning opportunities connected to roles are always evolving. We also know the important role that education and careers guidance […]
Breaking Down Our New Education Partner Quality Assurance Framework
No matter your role in the industry, developing your knowledge and training repertoire is vital for a sport and physical activity professional. Whether you are seeking a degree programme, a qualification or a CPD course, our new framework offers transparency in order to help you make a confident and informed decision. As the sport and […]
Case Study – Liam McCaffrey MCIMSPA(Ch) – how I achieved the ultimate status in the S&PA sector
# Case Study – Liam McCaffrey MCIMSPA(Ch) – how I achieved the ultimate status in the S&PA sector Liam tells us all about his journey and how he progressed through the sport and physical activity sector to achieve Chartered Status. His love and passion for what he does as a Personal Trainer and Clinical Exercise […]
Releasing the Power of our Profession – CIMSPA’s new strategy
We are delighted to launch CIMSPA’s new strategy, Releasing the Power of our Profession. The sport and physical activity workforce has never had such a vital role in society as they have today. The value of the contribution that we make to the physical and mental health and wellbeing of the population, to the cohesion […]
New Partnership to Boost FE Student Employability in Oxfordshire
Set to launch in September 2024 at City of Oxford College and Banbury College, this unique curriculum will be carefully crafted to align with the priorities and requirements of the local sport and physical activity workforce. Our new Further Education (FE) partnership scheme, is specifically designed to enable colleges to meet the needs of local […]
New members elected to Board of Trustees
Following an unprecedented response to our call for nominations, a total of 20 members were nominated. We were delighted to receive so many nominations which represented members from a very broad range of roles and with a variety of experiences. This was our most diverse election with nominations from members with disabilities and from minority […]
New partnership opportunities for further education colleges
For FE colleges that offer a sport and physical activity curriculum, the opportunity to partner with the sector’s only chartered professional body, will enhance learner experience, and ensure that they are better placed to meet the needs of local employers. As the sector body for the workforce, our research and ongoing work with employers gives […]
CIMSPA launches consultation for Working with Culturally Ethnically Diverse Communities professional standard
We are seeking general feedback on this standard’s content from both individuals and organisations within the sector – especially those with particular expertise in this field. We have been working in conjunction with sector-specific partners to create this standard. This professional standard will be published later this year. Employers will then have a single point […]
CIMSPA and Activity Alliance strengthen relationship with MOU
CIMSPA and Activity Alliance, the leading voice for disabled people in sport and activity, will work together to improve the workforce’s confidence and knowledge. In partnership, we want to improve opportunities for disabled people as part of the sport and physical activity workforce. We will also support to build a professional workforce that is confident […]