YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Spectator Safety Supervision (603/7363/5)

This qualification forms part of a suite of spectator safety qualifications:

• The YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Spectator Safety Supervision has been designed to meet the needs of most employers, allowing learners to demonstrate the minimum requirements for supervisory roles in stewarding and spectator safety.
• At smaller events — particularly those without regulated stands or events with limited attendance — the YMCA Level 3 Extended Certificate in Spectator Safety Supervision may be used as the minimum qualification for the senior person on duty with responsibility for safety.
• The YMCA Level 4 Diploma in Spectator Safety Management remains the minimum standard for a safety officer at designated sports grounds and larger events.

Learners will cover:

• Preparing stewards and venues for spectator events
• Managing and maintaining stewarding in designated areas
• Managing information for action and decision-making
• Developing and sustaining productive working relationships with stakeholders Monitoring and solving customer service problems.

This qualification is assessed through direct observation in the workplace and through a portfolio of evidence. Types of acceptable evidence include, but are not limited to:

• Professional discussion
• Portfolio of evidence
• Reflective diary on own practice in an appropriate working environment
• Written assignments
• Projects/case studies
• Coursework
• Task-based controlled assessment.

You can find more information on the assessment of this qualification within the specification.

Our Level 3 Certificate/Extended Certificate in Spectator Safety Supervision can lead to employment in a wide range of supervisory roles within spectator safety and stewarding. They qualification can also lead to further training at the same or higher levels including:

• YMCA Level 4 Diploma in Spectator Safety Management