Level 2 Certificate in Spectator Safety

• The Level 2 is for personnel working in the match day and events stewarding industry. It is suitable for sports grounds, stadiums, motor racing, race courses, arenas (both in and outdoors) and public and community events.

  This qualification has been mapped to the National Occupational Standards and is recognized by the FA and SGSA as meeting the standards required of stewards working at Premier and League grounds as well as other sporting venues. This qualification is also fully recognized across the events industry.

• The average time taken to complete this is 6 months, however, it maybe completed in anything from 6 weeks to 1 year.

Aged 16 or above, working at entry level 3 or above in English, with good communication skills. This qualification requires learners to complete a work/industry placement experience throughout the duration of the qualification, before certification.

In addition to the achievement of the units detailed in the delivery and content section below, prior to certification, learners are required to show evidence of:

• Attending the ACT Awareness e-learning counter-terrorism training
• Attending first aid training or attaining a recognized first-aid award

Integer can offer CPD in a range of subject areas including Stress Management, Prevention, and Control of Infection, Mental Health Awareness.

The knowledge elements of this qualification can be completed through classroom or online learning, together with some self-study and assessment in the workplace.

The learner must achieve all five mandatory units:

1. Prepare for spectator events
2. Assist with the movement of spectators and deal with crowd issues at events
3. Help to manage and resolve conflicts
4. Deal with incidents at spectator events
5. Support the work of your team and organization

Additional (optional) unit:

1. Application of Physical Intervention Skills in the Private Security Industry

Learners will complete a portfolio of evidence and be observed carrying out their stewarding role in the workplace on a minimum of 2 occasions.

Funding may be available for those aged 19+ who fit into certain eligibility criteria (please enquire).

Full cost: from £325 plus vat per learner

Progression from this qualification may be to a Stewarding Team Leader / Event Security Supervisor.

• Level 3 Certificate in Spectator Safety Supervision
• Level 3 Apprenticeship in Security First Line Management