Courses and
Qualifications
The IUSCA is an international accreditation body in the Higher Education (HE) sector. Our courses and qualifications, meticulously developed by leading experts in the field, are accredited and independently regulated under the International Qualification Framework (IQF), providing an international seal of approval and recognition.
Our courses are awarded at various levels on the IQF and serve several purposes:
Professional Accreditation (aISCP, mISCP)
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IQF Level 6, 7 and 8 professional accreditations. These are viewed as the 'international standard for an S&C practitioner', and designate an individual as highly skilled and experienced within the domain of S&C. This is appropriate for those working full-time in a lead capacity in a high-performance or professional setting.
Industry Standard Certifications (Level 2, 3, 4)
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Qualified practitioners working in health, fitness, and sports settings. Level 2 is generally viewed as the minimum standard for H&S specifications within organisations. Level 4 is viewed as the minimum standard for independent work, such as a Personal Trainer, or Graduate S&C Coach.
Professional Development | Short Courses
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A variety of professional development courses to meet health and safety needs, organisational requirements, and upskilling your current level of knowledge.
Find out more about course levels here.
See our full range of courses here.
Look out for the industry seal of approval (IQF) on courses to ensure international recognition.
International Qualification
Framework (IQF)
The IUSCA uses standardised course levels, classified on the International Qualification Framework (IQF), to ensure that stakeholders understand the requirements and competencies of suitably qualified individuals.
The International Qualification Framework (IQF) is a global, independent self-regulatory framework, designed to provide understanding and transparency of the equivalent levels of education provided by different organisations. This is a standardised system that allows for the transfer of qualifications between different countries and governing bodies.
For further information regarding each IQF Level, please refer to the corresponding Table of Competencies, which details the level of understanding at each IQF stage.
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The International Qualification Framework makes it easy to understand the different levels of certification and has helped me structure my learning towards achieving industry accreditation with the IUSCA.
Ben Richmond, Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach, Leeds, UK
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Andrew Langford, Performance Consultant
It's great to have an international standard for courses and qualifications. This makes it easy for coaches to understand the level they are at, and where they want to be.
Aden Flannagan, Lead S&C Coach, Leicester City
When recruiting, we look for candidates that have the right qualifications and show a keen interest in professional development. The IUSCA seal guarantees the standards we require.
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I believe that the IUSCA provides the international sports performance community with a governing body that our field can be proud of. The IQF is another step that allows us to further validate our profession and promotes a framework for growth and development.
Adam Hermann, Assist. Athletics Director Sports Performance, Northwestern
Internationally Accredited Certifications (IQF)
Professional
Development
Training for Hypertrophy in Sport (Level 7)
£29.99 or 8 Plans Available
Technology for Sports Performance
£29.99 or 8 Plans Available
Health & Safety in Sport (IQF.2.HSS)
£29.99 or 9 Plans Available
Psychological Tools for Sports Coaches
£29.99 or 8 Plans Available
Coaching Practice, Safeguarding & Wellbeing
£29.99 or 8 Plans Available
As an international accreditation body, our qualifications carry global recognition. All courses are accredited on the International Qualification Framework (IQF)
