Choose RoSPA Qualifications
A trusted legacy of excellence, robust standards and dedicated technical support
RoSPA Qualifications is a established UK awarding organisation (AO) for safer people handling qualifications, officially recognised by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). As part of the RoSPA charity, the AO operates with its own dedicated team to advance RoSPA's charitable goals.
RoSPA qualifications are part of the government Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), so you can be confident they are recognised and robust. We provide one Safer People Handling Ofqual-regulated qualification; support organisations who want to deliver this qualification by becoming a RoSPA Centre; and develop restricted-regulated qualifications for large organisations.
4 Reasons to choose RoSPA for your Safer People Handling qualifications
Trusted legacy
As pioneers in safety and accident prevention for over 100, our reputation ensures our qualifications are respected and recognised.It's a testament to the importance of our mission and the impact we've made in promoting health and safety over the years, that we're an OfQual recognised awarding organisation
Expert-developed
Developed with input from leading experts, stakeholders in the NHS, health and social care sectors and university educators, we ensure our qualifications are based on evidence and reflect the latest safety practices and regulations and meet the needs of the sector.
Robust standards
Our gold standard qualifications are regularly updated to meet the latest edition of Handling of People (HOP7) which continues to report the developing knowledge and evidence that supports safe systems of working for the moving and handling of people.
Dedicated support
With dedicated account support for onboarding and learner journeys, we build strong relationships with our customers ensuring valuable feedback and guidance throughout the process.
Advantages of our qualifications over standard training
✓ Comprehensive and credible: Unlike other standard training sessions, our qualifications offer a regulated, up-to-date, and comprehensive curriculum that gives a deeper understanding of safer people handling principles, ensuring the dignity and safety
of individuals.
✓ Better recognition: Working with a trusted awarding organisation like RoSPA means your training will be more widely recognised and respected by your customers and provide a significant career advantage for employees.
✓ Quality assurance: Learners have been thoroughly assessed and quality-assured to be deemed competent.
✓ Dedicated account management support: Access to our dedicated subject matter experts for ongoing advice and assistance.
✓ Formal assessment process: Identifies skills and knowledge gaps in learning and areas that need further improvement, with results counting towards a recognised qualification.
Why we're different
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Our real-world impact
RoSPA Qualifications works with some of the UK’s largest and most recognisable health and social care organisations. Hear how our qualifications have provided tangible benefits to some of our recent clients.
"Since forming our relationship with RoSPA, the organisation has seen a huge benefit to the near 10,000 employees who work across our commercial business areas.”
"We have had incredible support and guidance from RoSPA Qualifications and their team which ensures we meet and exceed the required standards to deliver a formal qualification"
"Choosing RoSPA Qualifications for your Safer People Handling qualifications means partnering with an organisation renowned for over a century of pioneering excellence in safety and accident prevention. Our qualifications are meticulously developed with input from leading experts, stakeholders in the NHS, health and social care sectors and university educators, to ensure they reflect the latest safety practices and regulations. We provide unparalleled support and updates, ensuring your team delivers the best training available. Delivering our qualifications in-house could contribute to improving your CQC rating, offer significant cost savings and enhance your credibility with customers."
Become a RoSPA Qualifications Centre
Organisations can work with RoSPA to become a certified Centre, delivering our esteemed qualifications in-house.
This offers a range of benefits, including:
✓ Significant cost savings: Cost per person is reduced when delivering qualifications in-house vs using external training centres.
✓ Flexible learning journey: No restriction on dates, location or delivery speed. Integrate training into induction programs and CPD. Train with your own trainers on-demand.
✓ Specialist/Bespoke Offering: Develop custom training materials to deliver relevant, audience-specific training.
Our Qualifications
RoSPA Level 3 Award for Safer People Handling Trainers
RoSPA Level 2 Award in Safe Moving and Handling in the Workplace