The ICTQual Level 4 Award in Moving and Handling Train the Trainer is a specialized qualification designed for professionals who aim to deliver effective and safe moving and handling training across diverse workplace environments. Moving and handling activities are critical in healthcare, logistics, construction, and other sectors, and ensuring they are performed correctly reduces risks of injury, improves workplace safety, and enhances productivity.
This program equips trainers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to design, deliver, and evaluate moving and handling training sessions based on international standards. Learners will explore anatomy and physiology, risk assessments, ergonomic principles, safe lifting techniques, and the legal and ethical frameworks that govern workplace safety.
By combining both theoretical knowledge and practical application, participants develop advanced competencies in training design, delivery, and assessment. This award is ideal for safety professionals, health practitioners, and organizational leaders who wish to promote safer working environments and reduce workplace injuries. Upon successful completion, candidates will be qualified to train others in moving and handling practices and contribute to building a culture of safety and compliance within their organizations.
Course Overview
Qualification Title: ICTQual Level 4 Award in Moving and Handling Train the Trainer
Regulated by: ICTQual (International Recognition)
Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 120 hours
Credits: 30
Level: Level 4 (Intermediate/Trainer Level)
Mandatory Study Units
- Fundamentals of Moving and Handling
- Anatomy and Physiology of Movement
- Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification
- Ergonomic Principles and Equipment
- Safe Lifting and Handling Techniques
- Training Design and Delivery
- Assessment and Feedback
- Legal and Ethical Considerations
- Continuous Professional Development
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- Fundamentals of Moving and Handling
- Understand principles of safe moving and handling across industries.
- Apply techniques that minimize risks of injury and accidents.
- Anatomy and Physiology of Movement
- Explain the biomechanics of human movement.
- Identify risks of musculoskeletal injuries during manual tasks.
- Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification
- Conduct workplace risk assessments in line with global standards.
- Recommend strategies to eliminate or control handling hazards.
- Ergonomic Principles and Equipment
- Utilize ergonomic equipment to improve safety and efficiency.
- Apply ergonomic principles to workplace design and practices.
- Safe Lifting and Handling Techniques
- Demonstrate correct lifting, carrying, and handling procedures.
- Train others in the application of safe handling methods.
- Training Design and Delivery
- Develop structured training sessions for diverse learners.
- Deliver engaging and effective moving and handling training.
- Assessment and Feedback
- Assess learner competence through practical evaluation.
- Provide constructive feedback to improve learner performance.
- Legal and Ethical Considerations
- Interpret workplace safety laws and ethical standards.
- Apply compliance requirements in training programs.
- Continuous Professional Development
- Commit to ongoing professional growth and knowledge updates.
- Incorporate new practices and technologies into training delivery.
Entry Requirements
- Minimum age: 18 years or above.
- A Level 3 qualification or relevant work experience.
- Basic knowledge of workplace safety and manual handling.
- Proficiency in English communication skills.
Course Benefits
- Gain an internationally recognized trainer qualification.
- Build expertise in safe handling techniques and ergonomic practices.
- Develop training, delivery, and assessment skills aligned to global standards.
- Improve employability and career opportunities in safety training.
- Enhance workplace safety, productivity, and compliance.
Why Choose This Course?
- Combines technical knowledge with advanced trainer skills.
- Prepares learners to become competent safety trainers.
- Designed in line with international workplace safety standards.
- Highly valued by employers in healthcare, logistics, and industrial sectors.
- Opens progression pathways to higher-level trainer and assessor qualifications.
Who Can Enroll in This Course?
This course is ideal for:
- Health and safety professionals.
- Workplace supervisors and managers.
- Healthcare practitioners and caregivers.
- Training consultants and HR professionals.
- Anyone aspiring to become a certified moving and handling trainer.
Future Progression
Upon completion of the ICTQual Level 4 Award in Moving and Handling Train the Trainer, learners can progress to:
- ICTQual Level 5 or Level 6 Diplomas in Health and Safety or Training and Development.
- Specialist trainer certifications in occupational safety and ergonomics.
- Advanced roles such as Health and Safety Trainer, Compliance Manager, or Training Consultant.
- Long-term career growth in organizational safety leadership and training development.
