Founded in 2010, Portal is a dynamic and innovative bilingual training provider. We support employers with their learning and development strategies to enhance the capacity of their workforce.
Delivering qualifications at levels 2 to 7, we are experienced in supporting the professional development of a wide range of roles, from those new to their positions through to experienced senior leaders. There are over 500 individuals currently accessing and engaged with our programmes.
Portal prides itself on providing tailored support to all our learners and, where relevant with employers, ensuring solid, constructive relationships with all employers. We listen to the needs of the individuals and their organisation to provide qualifications which will allow both to grow together happily. If we feel that we are not best placed to help, then we’ll be honest in stating so and try to find alternatives. Being honest and having integrity whilst enjoying our work is very much at the heart of all we do.
Shape the future of sports and fitness with our range of accredited qualifications.
Portal’s suite of sports qualifications, accredited by 1st4Sport provides developmental pathways for individuals leading and contributing to physical activities whether in an educational or community setting or within the health and fitness industry.
Whether you’re dedicated to shaping the next generation’s athletic journey or inspiring fitness enthusiasts to reach their goals, our qualifications equip you with the skills to create inclusive environments, understand child development models, and design engaging physical education sessions and activities.
Sports Pathway
LEVEL 2
Certificate in Activity Leadership
Coaching Pathway
LEVEL 2
Certificate in Instructing Exercise & Fitness
Gym Instructing
Pathway
LEVEL 3
Diploma in Delivering PASSE or in Personal Training
FULLY FUNDED BY WELSH GOVERNMENT
Leading you to where you want to be.
Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Activity Leadership
Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Pathway
Who
is this qualification for?
It is designed for those who have responsibility for the planning, delivery and evaluation of linked and progressive coaching sessions.
This qualification would suit:
• Learners in relevant activity leadership roles
• Learners in coaching environments such as grass-root sports coaches, leisure operatives, community sports officers, club coaches, etc.
• Learners who wish to become involved in coaching
What does it cover?
Learners will:
• Focus on skills and competencies needed to plan, deliver, and review a series of linked and progressive sport and physical activity coaching sessions, independently or as part of a coaching team.
• Learn principles and practices of safe, ethical, and effective coaching in an appropriate sports environment.
Certificate
Activity Leadership Example Units
• Support the Work of Your Team and Organisation
• Support Equality and Diversity in Active Leisure and Recreation
• Lead Activity Sessions
• Prepare for Activity Sessions
• Conclude and Review Activity Sessions
Coaching Example Units
• The Role of the Coach
• Plan a Series of Coaching Sessions
• Deliver a Series of Coaching Sessions
• Review a Series of Coaching Sessions
• Technical Coaching Requirements for Sport and Physical Activity
Completion of the Level 2 Certificate in Coaching will provide learners with 10 CPD points if you are a CIMSPA Practitioner member.
Essential Skills Level 1 AON and Communication
15 Months Fully Funded
Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise & Fitness
Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing Pathway
Who is this qualification for?
This qualification is designed for those who have responsibility for the planning and delivery of safe and effective exercise programmes within a gym or health club environment.
This qualification would suit:
• Learners who are new to a gym/ fitness environment.
Qualification benefits
For Individuals
• Focus on skills and competencies required to be able to plan, deliver and review a series of instructing sessions in a gymbased environment.
• Be introduced to the principles and practices of safe, ethical and effective practice in leading activity sessions, ensuring competence to the required standard in an appropriate sports environment.
• Learners who wish to forge a career in gym-based instructing and progress to become a Personal Trainer.
Qualification delivery
• This qualification will combine face-to-face sessions with online delivery
• Learners are expected to attend monthly sessions lasting 1½ hours
How is the qualification assessed?
Mixed methods which could include:
• Written and verbal work
• Observation of performance
• Work related evidence
• Multiple choice examinations
Certificate
Instructing Exercise & Fitness Mandatory Units
• Anatomy and physiology for exercise
• Promote health, safety and welfare in active leisure and recreation
• Principles of exercise, fitness and health
• Work with clients to help them to adhere to exercise and physical activity
• Reflect on and develop own practice in providing exercise and physical activity
Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing Units
• Anatomy and physiology for exercise
• Know how to support clients who take part in exercise and physical activity
• Health, safety and welfare in a fitness environment
• Principles of exercise, fitness and health
• Planning gym-based exercise
• Instructing gym-based exercise
Essential Skills Level 1 AON and Communication
15 Months Fully Funded
Level 3 in Personal Training
Who is this qualification for?
This qualification is for all aspiring Personal Trainers. With our Level 3 in Personal Training, you’ll gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence required to advance your career as a professional Personal Trainer. You’ll enhance your understanding in key areas, enabling you to confidently deliver safe and effective personal training sessions, while supporting and empowering your clients to achieve their fitness goals.
Qualification benefits
For individuals
• Gain the knowledge and understanding required to maintain health, safety and welfare in a personal training environment, including the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults
• Gain the skills to create safe, effective personal training programmes for diverse clients while integrating key principles of nutrition
• Achievement of this qualification would also allow learners to progress onto higher level qualifications within the fitness industry
For employers
• Develop individuals with skills and understanding in key physical activity areas, enabling them to better support your clients
• Encourage talent retention by providing professional development opportunities, empowering them to make positive changes and supporting them in achieving their career goals
• Enhance your organisation’s reputation by building a skilled and knowledgeable team that showcase expertise and professionalism
How is the qualification delivered and assessed?
Mixed methods which could include:
• Online and face-to-face sessions
• Coursework
• Practical demonstrations and assignments
• Multiple choice examinations
Personal Training
1st4sport Level 3 NVQ Diploma In Personal Training Units
• Promote Health, Safety and Welfare in Active Leisure and Recreation
• Principles of Exercise, Fitness and Health
• Reflect on and Develop own Practice in Providing Exercise and Physical Activity
• Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise and Health
• Motivate Clients to Maintain Long Term Adherence to Exercise and Physical Activity
• Evaluate Exercise and Physical Activity Programmes
• Design, Manage and Adapt a Personal Training Programme with Clients
• Deliver Exercise and Physical Activity as Part of a Personal Training Programme
• Apply the Principles of Nutrition to Support Client Goals as Part of an Exercise and Physical Activity Programme
1st4sport Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training Units
• Health, Safety and Welfare in a Fitness Environment
• Principles of Exercise, Fitness and Health
• Know How to Support Clients who Take Part in Exercise and Physical Activity
• Anatomy and Physiology for Exercise and Health
• Applying the Principles of Nutrition to a Physical Activity Programme
• Delivering Personal Training Sessions
• Programming Personal Training with Clients
In addition to the above, learners will also need to complete;
• Level 2 Essential Skills in Application of Number and Communication.
18 Months Fully Funded
Completion of the Level 3 qualification in Personal Training will provide learners with 10 CPD points if you are a CIMSPA Practitioner member.
Level 3 Diploma in Delivering Physical Activity and Sport Within a School Environment
Who is this qualification for?
Our Level 3 qualification covers everything from inclusive learning environments to child development models, ensuring learners are equipped to create safe and engaging physical education sessions and activities.
The qualification is designed for learners who have the opportunity to demonstrate competence in supporting the delivery of physical education and sport activities in a school sport environment. This qualification would suit:
• Those responsible for physical activity and wellbeing in a school environment
• Higher Level Teaching Assistants
• Teaching Assistants
Qualification benefits
• Develops the knowledge and skills in order to independently lead the delivery of PE and sports programmes in a school sport environment
• Develops literacy and numeracy skills through the completion of Essential Skills qualification
• Supports the professional growth of the individual practitioner and the school as a learning organisation enabling continuous improvement
• Sports Development Officers
• Sports Coaches in a school environment
• Youth Workers based in schools
• Promotes the growth of healthy communities.
How is the qualification assessed?
Mixed methods which could include:
• Written work
• Professional discussion
• Observation of performance
• Work related evidence
Leadership & Management
Develop your leadership and management potential with one of our fully funded qualifications.
Our Leadership and Management qualifications aim to develop your skills in managing people, systems and processes. They will equip you with the knowledge, tools and techniques to enhance your competence and career as a leader and manager.
Leadership & Management Pathway
ILM Level 3 Diploma in Management
Who is this qualification for?
The Level 3 Diploma in Management includes both knowledge and competence units and is suitable for individuals who have some prior experience in a team leading or management job role. Although, this is not a formal requirement. This qualification will build and develop new skills to enhance their management career.
Qualification benefits
For Individuals
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of managerial expectations
• Effectively manage your team
• Gain a recognised qualification for your personal development
For Employers
• Develop first-line managers with proven competence in the role
• Flexible choice of units – tailor this qualification to close skills gaps in your organisation
How is the qualification assessed?
Mixed methods which could include:
• Written work
• Professional discussion
• Question and answer
• Observation of performance
• Work related evidence
Diploma
Mandatory Units
• Manage Personal and Professional Development
• Manage Team Performance
• Principles of Leadership and Management
• Principles of People Management
• Principles of Business
Example Optional Units
• Manage Individuals’ Performance
• Develop and Implement an Operational Plan
• Develop Working Relationships With Stakeholders
• Develop a Presentation
• Deliver a Presentation
• Employee Rights and Responsibilities
• Encourage Learning and Development
Essential Skills Level 2 or 3 AON, Communication and Digital Literacy
• Method of Assessment: Controlled Tasks and Test
17 Months Fully Funded
ILM Level 4 Diploma in Leadership & Management
Who is this qualification for?
This qualification is designed for new and aspiring leaders and middle managers – really get to grips with the role, gain comprehensive business knowledge and develop the skills you need to lead and inspire others at this level.
Qualification benefits For Individuals
• Develop the capabilities and personal awareness you need to lead, motivate and inspire others
• Accredit your experience with a nationally recognised qualification that is transferable across multiple professions
• A valuable personal development tool which provides clear benefits to those who want to self develop or want career progression
• Flexible learning approach, working around you and your commitments
For Employers
• Develop managers who are more effective, strategic, communicative, and capable of driving positive organisational outcomes
• Develop managers who can assess and improve their own leadership styles and behaviours
• Develop middle managers with an advanced understanding of their role and function in your organisation
• Flexible choice of units – tailor this qualification to close skills gaps in your organisation
How is the qualification assessed?
Mixed methods which could include:
• Written work
• Professional discussion
• Question and answer
• Observation of performance
• Work related evidence
Diploma
NVQ - Practical Element
• Develop and Implement a Operational Plan
• Provide Leadership and Management
• Develop Working Relationships With Stakeholders
• Manage Personal and Professional Development
VRQ - Theoretical Element
• Managing and Implementing Change in the Workplace
• Understanding the Management
Role to Improve Management Performance
• Managing Stress and Conflict in the Organisation
• Understanding and Developing Relationships in the Workplace
• Managing Improvement
• Developing Critical Thinking
Essential Skills Level 2 or 3 AON, Communication and Digital Literacy
• Method of Assessment: Controlled Tasks and Test
17 Months Fully Funded
My learning experience with Portal has been really good.
I've
been impressed with the resources available and my assessor has supported me massively to maintain motivation and complete work.
Callum Davies Newport Live | Positive Futures
Diploma
NVQ - Practical Element
• Managing Strategic Change
• Develop Business Processes
• Contribute to the Development of a Strategic Plan
• Provide Leadership and Management
VRQ - Theoretical Element
• Developing Critical Thinking
• Leading Innovation and Change
• Managing Improvement
• Making a Financial Case
• Understanding the Management Role to Improve Management Performance
• Managing Stress and Conflict
• Managing Own Continued Professional Development
Essential Skills Level 2 or 3 AON, Communication and Digital Literacy
• Method of Assessment: Controlled Tasks and Test
21 Months Fully Funded
The support and flexible approach shown by the team at Portal is really helping to get the best out of my team.
Caroline Spanton Welsh Cycling
Level 4 Diploma in Project Management
Who is this qualification for?
The Level 4 Diploma is designed for individuals aspiring to excel in various project management roles and achieve greater project success. In a dynamic world that demands effectiveness and accountability, this diploma ensures you’re well-equipped to navigate the complexities of project delivery and contribute to impactful and valuable outcomes.
Qualification benefits
For Individuals
• Develop the necessary skills and knowledge to undertake a range of project management tasks in a range of business settings
• Become a more effective communicator, ensuring greater understanding of project goals and expectations amongst teams and stakeholders
• An accredited qualification and valuable personal development tool with clear benefits to those who want to self develop or seeking career progression
• Flexible learning approach, working around the individual and their commitments
For Employers
• Develop skilled project managers, who will deliver complex projects more effectively
• Gain project managers who are more adept at identifying and managing risks, mitigating potential issues that could impact project outcomes
• Encourage talent retention by providing opportunities for professional development through accredited qualifications
How is the qualification assessed?
Mixed methods which could include:
• Written work
• Professional discussion
• Observation of performance
• Work related evidence
Diploma
Mandatory Units
• Principles of Project Management
• Project Stakeholder Management
• Project Communication
Example Optional Units
• Managing Project Scope
• Business Case, Project Structure and Progress Monitoring
• Managing Project Schedule
• Managing Project Finances
• Managing Project Risk
• Managing Project Contracts
• Managing Project Quality
• Managing Project Resources
• Provide Leadership and Direction for own area of Responsibility
• Plan, Allocate and Monitor Work in own Area of Responsibility
Essential Skills Level 2 or 3 AON, Communication and Digital Literacy
• Method of Assessment: Controlled Tasks and Test
24 Months Fully Funded
These qualifications are equivalent to:
• Grades 1 CSEs
• Grade A-C GCSE or O Levels
• Foundation Apprenticeships
These qualifications are equivalent to:
• AS/A Levels
• Apprenticeships
• International Baccalaureate Diploma
We offer Level 2 qualifications in:
• Essential Skills
• Team Leading Skills
• Leadership and Team Skills
• Activity Leadership
• Instructing Exercise & Fitness
We offer Level 3 qualifications in:
• Leadership & Management
• Coaching and Mentoring
• Supporting Physical Education and School Sport
• Personal Training
These qualifications are equivalent to:
• Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE)
• Higher National Certificate (HNC)
These qualifications are equivalent to:
• Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE)
• Foundation Degree
• Higher National Diploma (HND)
We offer Level 4 qualifications in:
• Leadership and Management
• Education and Training
We offer Level 5 qualifications in:
• Leadership and Management
• Coaching and Mentoring
ELIGIBILITY
For the apprenticeship programmes outlined within this booklet, applicants must meet the following Welsh Government eligibility;
Individuals must:
• Have the right to work in the UK
• Have a contract of employment for at least 16 hours a week
• Not be enrolled on any other Welsh Government funded programme
• Not hold a degree in the same area of study as the apprenticeship programme
Essential Skills
Depending on the chosen programme, some or all of the following Essential Skills courses are required or will need to be completed:
• Level 1, 2 or 3 Application of Number
• Level 1, 2 or 3 Communication
• Level 2 or 3 Digital Literacy
The support we've received from Portal has been invaluable, and I'm optimistic that our investment in developing future leaders through this platform will yield significant rewards for Cricket Wales in the long run.
Mark White Cricket Wales | Criced Cymru
How to Apply
To take the next step in your professional development journey and request more information or schedule an information session with our Sports Relations Lead/ Relations Team Leader.
CONTACT:
Staples Sports Relations Lead/Relations Team Leader 07706 330206
shawn.staples@portaltraining.co.uk
Or if you have a general enquiry please get in touch: info@portaltraining.co.uk 029 2240 2597
Portal also offer an extensive range of bespoke short courses, designed to address diverse professional development requirements across industries.
Speak to our team today and discover how course content and delivery can be tailored to ensure alignment with your organisation’s goals and ojectives..
Whatever your training needs, we can create a solution that works for you.
