Meet our latest REPs member: Dame Kelly Holmes
29/3/12
Double Olympic gold medallist Dame Kelly Holmes has become the latest member of the Register of Exercise Professionals.
The former army physical training instructor and now training provider was given an honorary membership as part of the REPs’ 10th anniversary celebrations at the British Olympic Association on March 28.
Dame Kelly (pictured with REPs’ Registrar Jean-Ann Marnoch) said: “REPs is a tick of quality that says this fitness instructor can do what they say they can.”
Registration services officer
Salary: 19k per annum
Based: Croydon (with possible re-location to Central London from Summer 2012)
This role is to develop the Register, in line with business objectives, and to ensure the prompt and correct registration of individuals who wish to be members of the Register of Exercise Professionals alongside providing excellent customer service.
You will have a customer service background and be a highly-motivated individual with strong IT skills and excellent communication skills. Your meticulous attention to detail will ensure efficient processing and administration of registrations of REPs membership.
This is a challenging role which may require some very occasional travel away from home/office; some working flexibly will be required.
Read the a full description for this role here
How to apply
- Fill out our application form
- Send the completed application form and your most recent CV to
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- Applications must be recieved by 12.00 on Monday 28th May 2012
Doncaster REPs convention ‘best yet’
24/11/11
The REPs team is back in London after travelling to the Doncaster Dome for the Register’s Northern convention.
Delegates were able to choose from a range of practical workshops sessions on exercise for ultimate fat loss, speed training, social media, cardiac rehabilitation, ViPR, studio powerbag conditioning, creating and maintaining motivation, integrated back training, mental health issues, muscle testing and physiology, and strength and conditioning, earning them four CPD points.
They also heard from keynote speaker and weight loss guru Pete Cohen, REPs Registrar Jean-Ann Marnoch, and SkillsActive’s activepassport manager Claire Westrop.
Jean-Ann said: “Our conventions always have a good vibe but this was one of the best yet. Our members are passionate about the work they do and en masse that enthusiasm and drive is incredible to see.
“As ever our practical workshops were hugely popular and everyone left feeling tired but inspired!”
The next REPs convention will be held in Cardiff on February 8 2012. This will be followed by the South East convention planned for May 10 2012 and a new bumper National convention to coincide with Leisure Industry Week in late September.
FAQs - renewals
FAQs relating to training endorsement renewals for the Register of Exercise Professionals
Please also see our FAQs relating to general endorsement queries.
- Why should I continue my endorsement?
- How much will it cost me?
- How do I renew my training?
- What are classed as major changes?
- Who should I send my additional evidence to?
- What happens if I was endorsed before June 2009?
- What services do you have to help support me through this process?
- If I have more then one piece of training do I need to send details in for each piece of CPD?
Why should I continue my endorsement?
Endorsed training for CPD can give the training provider many benefits as well as the candidate.
The piece of training achieves industry recognition, and will appear on the Register's literature and website.
Candidates who are on the Register can use the training as evidence of CPD in order to remain on the Register, therefore making your training more appealing to REP’s 28,000 members.
Endorsed training aims to raises the standard of delivery and assessments given the set criteria training providers have to meet, as well as helping to safeguard and regulate the industry.
As an approved endorsed training provider through SkillsActive, we can offer you support. For example consultancy, general enquires, or help scoping out business opportunities to make the best of the training coming forward for endorsement.
How much will it cost me?
The price for each category is listed below
- Category 1 – Course Renewal £250 (Not incl. VAT)
- Category 2 – Workshop Renewal £175 (Not incl. VAT)
- Category 3 – Varied Training Renewal £156 (Not incl. VAT)
This fee will cover you for one years endorsement and your listing on REPs will be activated again.
If you renew your training before the 30th November you will gain three free months extended to your listing.
How do I renew my training?
There are two different renewal forms depending on when the endorsement submission was made:
- Submissions made before June 2009
- Submissions made after June 2009
Please note the forms can’t be completed online. You can either post or email the form back to SkillsActive (details below) with your payment details.
You will need to attach a document explaining any changes you have made to the training since the initial application. If the changes are deemed as major alterations we may request additional information.
Please not the criteria and points allocation has changed since June 2009. If you made your application before this date please read the details below.
What are classed as major changes?
Details of alterations to your training will be judged on an individual basis depending on what you have changed. If it affects any of the evidence requirements below we may need further information.
- Research updates
- Technical changes
- Tutor alterations
- Policies and procedures
- Assessment
- Mapping
- Delivery
Who should I send my additional evidence to?
Please forward all information to us at
- Fitness Endorsement
SkillsActive
Castlewood House
77-91 New Oxford Street
London
WC1A 1PX
Or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
What happens if I was endorsed before June 2009?
Please be aware since June 2009 the criteria changed for submissions, so you may want to read over the updated documentation if you have not already done so as this could affect the CPD points historically attributed to your training.
Hopefully you will find it a lot easier to follow, with clear evidence checklists of what we expect from submissions. Most of the evidence will have already been submitted, however there are additional sections that need to be completed.
Follow the relevant link to the evidence checklist for your training
- Category 1- Course (Between 8-16 CPD points)
- Category 2 – Workshop (Between 4- 6 CPD points)
- Category 3 – Varied training (Between 1-4 CPD points)
What services do you have to help support me through this process?
We have two services which are useful when collating your additional evidence together.
Standardisation training days
The training day goes through how to get a submission approved and looks at other areas including assessment strategies, internal verification etc ensuring that you put forward a sound submission so that you might avoid being referred for further information and incur an additional cost. Look for upcoming dates on our events page.
SkillsActive consultancy
Alternatively, it might be an idea to take up the opportunity of an active consultant. They are able to take you through this process and give you in-depth knowledge surrounding Continued Professional Development and your application on a one-to-one basis.
If I have more then one piece of training do I need to send details in for each piece of CPD?
If you have more then one submission, or in the long run you think you may want to develop further training, then you may want to consider applying for the Training Provider licence.
The licence allows you to deliver an unlimited amount of training automatically endorsed for two years. You do not have to submit each piece of training individually and you will have access to adding dates and venues for all training under your licence without an additional charge. Information regarding the licence can be found on our training provider licence page.
As you met this criteria previously we would like you to continue to be part of this. We believe training providers need recognition as well as the individuals who are working within the industry.
Further information
Should you have any further questions please email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Jean-Ann and Ben discuss Euro standards in Brussels
16/11/11
REPs Registrar Jean-Ann Marnoch joined her international counterparts at the European Health and Fitness Association Summit in Brussels last week.
Delegates discussed European Standards, Accreditation of European Training Providers and pre-requisites for entry into vocational and degree qualifications.
Jean-Ann says: “It is always so interesting to have the opportunity to discuss and appreciate international differences and variations. Coming together in this way moves the industry closer towards more reciprocal arrangements, to benefit members wishing to travel and work around the world.”
Also attending the summit was senior programme manager for SkillsActive Ben Gittus.
Ben added: “The EHFA International Standards event was a great opportunity to discuss education standards and qualifications with colleagues from across Europe. However, the best part of the event was the attendance and input from the main American instructor certification agencies. There were presentations from both ACE and ACSM and it was really useful to share insights and ways of working with these organisations.”
Continuing Professional Development
The active leisure, learning and wellbeing sector is continually changing so keeping your skills and knowledge up to date is vitally important.
SkillsActive works with training providers to deliver a wide range of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to help staff and volunteers maintain their professional knowledge and skills and prepare them for greater responsibility.
Quality training
Make sure you access quality training for you, your staff or your volunteers by choosing from SkillsActive’s list of approved training providers.
Browse SkillsActive's approved training providers >
Approved CPD for REPs members
To remain on the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs), instructors need to undergo training that has been endorsed by SkillsActive and recognised by the Register.
View the REPs qualification and training portal >
Online training
SkillsActive's range of e-learning courses offer a convenient way to develop skills anywhere, at any time.
Discover more about the benefits of online training >
Professional registers
Independent professional registers recognise the qualifications and expertise of professionals and increase the credibility of the sector.
By endorsing individuals as having training which meets industry standards, SkillsActive's registers ensure that individuals are skilled, knowledgeable and, above all, professional about their work.
Current registers
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REPs
SkillsActive’s Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs) focuses on those working in the fitness industry. It aims to help safeguard and promote the health and interests of people who are using the services of exercise and fitness instructors, teachers and trainers.
Search the REPs directory to find fitness professionals near you >
Discover more about REPs at www.exerciseregister.org >
Those working in the fitness industry can apply to register with REPs to gain professional recognition for their skills and training.
Visit the REPs training portal to find training to become professionally qualified >
Current REPs registrants can log in now to access the members area >
Future registers
SkillsActive is currently working with organisations across a range of different industries to create further registers. These aim to help those who wish to work in the sector access the right training, verify their completed qualifications and gain recognition as a professional.
SkillsActive has also worked with employers in the sector to develop activepassport – a verified online record of an individual’s skills and qualifications. activepassport is an integral part of SkillsActive’s work to professionalise the sector, as it allows employers to quickly and simply view the approved training that employees have completed.
Discover more about the benefits of activepassport >
Category 1C submissions
All the documents you need for a category 1 fitness endorsement submission through SkillsActive can be found here.
A course is a unit of teaching that is led by one or more tutors, teachers or professors and made up of individual sessions, typically on a fixed schedule or scheme of work. It may combine a range of learning formats, such as practical sessions and lectures and will contain a mandatory invigilated assessment, either practical and/or written depending on the submission.
Category 1 courses can be delivered via online/home learning formats, although all practical assessments must be completed face to face with the learner or submission of a video.
This category of CPD training requires a minimum of eight hours of learning (not including assessment) and must be mapped in part to the relevant national occupational standards.
Endorsement renewals
Renewals of endorsed courses, workshops and other CPD for the Register of Exercise Professionals
There are two different renewal forms depending on when the endorsement submission was made. We have also produced a set of Frequently Asked Questions which should hopefully answer any queries about the renewal process.
Submissions made before June 2009
Submissions made after June 2009
Please read our Frequently Asked Questions, and download the payment form for your renewal if not using the online application form:
Should you have any further queries, please contact us on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
FAQs
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions relating to endorsement applications for the Register of Exercise Professionals
Please also see the FAQs relating to training endorsement renewals for the Register of Exercise Professionals
- How do I get my training endorsed?
- How much does the endorsement process cost?
- What documents do I need to submit to gain endorsement?
- How do I get my REPs entry qualifications listed on to the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs)?
- If I am linked with an awarding body can I still get my own training endorsed?
- What is the difference between accreditation and endorsement and how do I get my training endorsed as a qualification?
- Why should I get my training endorsed?
- How do you judge the amount of CPD points that get awarded?
- Does the license price include the first course submission price?
- Who is on the endorsement panel? Do I get to meet them to discuss my feedback?
- What can I get from the standardisation training day?
- How much does the standardisation training day cost?
- What can I get from the consultancy day and what is the price?
- How often do you have submission dates?
- Is the submissions process the same for level 4 training?
- Where can I find out which training is recognised by REPs?
- What are the national occupation standards (NOS) and how can I access them?
- How do I know where to map to?
- Is there a minimum requirement of mapping?
- Are assessments required for workshops (Category 2)?
- For a course (Category 1c) status do I need to include both practical and theory assessments?
- Can the assessments for Category 1c be completed throughout the training day?
- Is there a minimum requirement of theory questions I have to include?
- How much detail do I need to include in my delegates manual?
- Does SkillsActive accept online CPD training for endorsement?
- What are pre-requisites for developing a CPD course?
- What happens if my course isn’t approved?
How do I get my training endorsed?
Information can be found on the SkillsActive website at www.skillsactive.com/fitness/endorsement
Please follow the correct link for the products you specialise in.
- Training Provider Licence for multiple submissions
- Employer licence for in-house training
- General course endorsement for an individual submission
- HE training provider licence for higher education training
How much does the endorsement process cost?
The pricing varies depending on the category you are submitting for, the length of endorsement and the amount of training you want to put forward.
All our prices can be found in our submissions guidance pack. This is a great tool to help ensure you are following the correct criteria to make a submission, as well as listing all our products and services to help you with your application.
What documents do I need to submit to gain endorsement?
To know exactly what evidence you need to send in to SkillsActive for endorsement, we have developed evidence checklists for each category.The evidence required is different depending on what category you are applying for.
The evidence checklists can be found under individual course endorsement.
How do I get my REPs entry qualifications listed on to the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs)?
You must firstly be an approved centre of an awarding body, delivering qualifications that give entry on to REPs. Once you have an approval letter from the awarding body you need to email this to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
To become a centre of an awarding body and deliver REPs entry qualifications please click the links below:
If I am linked with an awarding body can I still get my own training endorsed?
A training provider linked to an awarding body can still submit individual CPD training as well as their qualifications that are accredited. If you provide a lot of training you may want to consider the training provider licence, but all submissions can be made following the individual course endorsement procedure. All information on licencing and individual submissions can be found on the endorsement pages.
What is the difference between accreditation and endorsement and how do I get my training endorsed as a qualification?
It is important that we all start using the correct terminology.
Endorsed training only relates to training that is approved by the Sector Skills Council (SkillsActive) it is not a qualification, the endorsed training once approved will then be listed on the REPs website for the 28,000 members to search.
A qualification is a piece of training that sits on the National Database for Accredited Qualifications (NDAQ). The qualification will also offer credits that sits on the Qualification Credit Framework (QCF).
Should you wish to make your training into a qualification then you will need to speak with an awarding body.
Please note that they will not look to take on qualifications in areas where there is already an entry qualification on REPs. For example, Level 2 Gym Fitness Instructor or Level 3 Personal Trainer as common units have been developed for all awarding bodies in these areas.
Why should I get my training endorsed?
Endorsed training allows an employer or training provider to receive REPs CPD credits for their course, and be listed on the REPs training course website.
If you are still considering whether endorsement is the right option for you then please contact our endorsement team on 0207 632 2000 who can assist you further.
How do you judge the amount of CPD points that get awarded?
Depending what Category you apply for will determine how many points you gain.
- Category 1c is between 8-16 points (1 point = 1 hour training)
- Category 2 is between 4-6 points
- Category 3 between 1-4 points
The endorsement panel has the final decision on how many points are awarded and if the provider has met the required criteria.
Does the license price include the first course submission price?
Yes, if you apply for any of the training provider licenses the first submission is included within the price.
However, if you are referred for further information after the endorsement panel has met then this will incur an additional fee.
Who is on the endorsement panel?
Do I get to meet them to discuss my feedback?
We have a team of technical experts within the fitness industry who make up the endorsement panel. If your submission gets referred for additional information you will get to see your report and have access via email to an evaluator who can help you gain approval.
What can I get from the standardisation training day?
This day goes through how to get a course approved and looks at other areas including assessment strategies, internal verification etc ensuring that you put forward a sound submission so that you might avoid being referred for further information incurring an additional cost.
For further details on this event please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
How much does the standardisation training day cost?
- £140 SkillsActive non member (Including free SkillsActive affiliate membership usually £100)
- £90 for SkillsActive members.
These prices do not include VAT.
What can I get from the consultancy day and what is the price?
An active consultantcy is able to take you through the application process and give you in-depth knowledge surrounding continued professional development and your application.
For further details please contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
If you require half a day then the price is £250, for a full day the price would be £400. These prices do not include VAT
How often do you have submission dates?
We have quarterly submission dates for categories 1c and 2 throughout the year. The endorsement process lasts eight weeks from the submission deadline to gaining your feedback. Forthcoming dates are found here.
For Category 3 training there are no specific deadlines to work towards, these submissions can be made anytime throughout the year.
Is the submissions process the same for level 4 training?
Level 4 training is recognised as an industry award and has a qualification status so the endorsement process and evidence needed to be supplied is slightly different. There is an additional submissions pack which can be sent out to you on request from This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
To gain a level 4 status you must have both experience and qualifications under the Category that you are applying for:
- Cancer,
- cardiac disease,
- falls prevention,
- stroke,
- mental health,
- back pain,
- obesity/diabetes,
- accelerated rehabilitation (military only),
- respiratory.
Where can I find out which training is recognised by REPs?
This can be found on the Register of Exercise Professionals website, under get qualified.
What are the national occupation standards (NOS) and how can I access them?
All the NOS can be found here.
How do I know where to map to?
You need to decide what level of knowledge a delegate needs to know prior to your training. For Category 1c courses you need to decide who you want to accept on your training to ensure you map to the correct level on the national occupational standards. Category 2 and 3 do not require mapping.
To help we have created a mapping pre-requisite table in the submission guidance pack for you to go through and find out where your piece of training best fits.
If you can not see where it fits are if it will map then please contact endorsement team on 0207 632 2000 who can assist you further.
Is there a minimum requirement of mapping?
There is no minimum requirement needed but you do need to ensure it is completed correctly to the units required as a pre-requisite and Health and safety units are included.
If you map to the wrong units, then this may lead to a “refer for further information”. Please note that you need to map the whole of your course but not to 100% of the NOS. If you map completely to the NOS then this becomes the qualification that learner will have already done and will be of no benefit. Only map to the areas which are relevant to your course.
Are assessments required for workshops (Category 2)?
It is not a requirement for workshop submissions to include a summative assessment, but you may want to include formative assessments throughout the day to check the groups learning.
For a course (Category 1c) status do I need to include both practical and theory assessments?
If you are submitting a theory-based course you only need to include a theory assessment ensuring it covers the learning outcomes. With practical courses you need to have both theory and practical summative assessments.
Can the assessments for Category 1c be completed throughout the training day?
The summative assessment needs to be completed once all the learning is taught on that subject. If you breakdown your learning into smaller modules then you can assess that area once completed rather then at the end but there can be no more learning on that topic after the assessment has been completed.
Is there a minimum requirement of theory questions I have to include?
No, there is no minimum requirement, but they must have met a 70% pass mark. Ensure it matches all your learning outcomes.
How much detail do I need to include in my delegates manual?
You need to include all the information delivered on the training so the delegates have a reference to what is being taught. If practical then the use of images is important (ensure you have the authority to use the image or create them yourself, if not then this could lead to legal issues surrounding plagiarism).
Does SkillsActive accept online CPD training for endorsement?
Yes, SkillsActive does accept online applications. We encourage online CPD training as we can reach REPs members in all regions.
Guidelines for online CPD training can be found in our submissions guidance pack.
What are pre-requisites for developing a CPD course?
All CPD that doesn’t offer entry or give an additional category on REPs is underpinned by a pre-requisite. Therefore, when developing CPD training there will always be a mandatory pre-requisite for REPs members.
For example, if you are developing a pre-postnatal CPD course the learner would have to hold the pre-postnatal qualification before being able to attend the piece of training as CPD builds on the fundamentals of a qualification. If a provider is found not to be adhering to this principle then they are in breach of their code of practice for training providers.
What happens if my course isn’t approved?
A full action plan will be supplied along with the evaluator’s email address. You can communicate with your evaluator to send further evidence to ensure success. There may be additional costs to this.
Full details are described in the submissions guidance pack.