Frequently Asked Questions
Why should organizations participate in HIGH FIVE®?
Research indicates that organizations registered with HIGH FIVE® are improving the experiences of children participating in recreation and sports programs and enhancing the long term success of their staff and organization.
What does it cost to become Registered with HIGH FIVE®?
Please visit your Authorized Provider for further information on their Registration Fee Structure.
What if we already provide good sport and recreation programs for children?
HIGH FIVE® gives organizations the opportunity to see where they stand, provincially and nationally, as a deliverer of quality children’s sport and recreation programs. The National standard provides resources, tools, and trainings for organization to challenge their exisiting practices and raise the bar! What is HIGH FIVE® Accreditation?
Accreditation is the highest recognized level of quality and safety in children’s sport and recreation. Organizations that have achieved Accreditation are distinguished by their focus on healthy child development in all aspects of their operation, from programming to policies and procedures. The Accreditation Process outlines the 5 levels of achievement an organization must work through to reach Accreditation.
What happens if we don’t want to work towards Accreditation?
That’s fine. We welcome any level of participation in HIGH FIVE® . You can simply train your staff in Principles of Healthy Child Development. You will derive significant benefits and enhancements to the quality of your programs through any aspect of HIGH FIVE®. Can we use the HIGH FIVE® logo in our promotional materials?
Once you have achieved Level 2 (Learn!) of the Accreditation Process, you will be able to put the HIGH FIVE® mark of quality on your organization. Parents are looking for programs bearing the HIGH FIVE® logo to ensure the organization is committed to healthy child development. I think HIGH FIVE® is great! How can I convince my manager to get involved?
HIGH FIVE® training is based on research and its assessment tools are scientifically validated. Your Authorized Provider can advise you on how HIGH FIVE® training can enhance your organization's reputation, its working environment and its bottom line. Use the Information Session PowerPoint to help promote your organization's involvement with the standard.