big book of opportunities

ig book of 

opportunities. 

NCFE Directory of 

Products and Services 2015-16 

Your curriculum planning tool

traineeships. 

Traineeships are short periods of training and work 

experience designed for learners who aren’t ready to take 

an Apprenticeship or start work. Our unique Traineeship 

offer includes: 

• A variety of fundable Traineeship programmes in 

different industry sectors. All of our example Traineeship 

programmes break down the funding allocations so 

you can easily see what’s available. They also contain 

regulated qualifications which will add to the quality and 

rigour of your delivery. 

• Free learning resources for many of our qualifications. 

Our ‘delivery-ready’ package includes Tutor delivery 

plans, a PowerPoint presentation and a series of 

supporting learner resources. 

More information on our Traineeship offer can be 

found online at ncfe.org.uk/traineeships 

What we do 

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apprenticeships. 

Our high quality Apprenticeships provide you with 

everything you’ll need to help your learners develop the 

essential skills and experience to get on in the workplace. 

We’ve an excellent Functional Skills package, and our 

qualifications are supported by fantastic resources. 

We offer a range of full and part Apprenticeships available 

across a variety of sectors, including; 

• Business, Administration and Law 

• Education and Training 

• Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies 

• Health, Public Services and Care 

• Information and Communication Technology 

• Leisure, Travel and Tourism 

• Retail and Commercial Enterprise. 

Visit ncfe.org.uk/apprenticeships to find out more. 

Unleashing the power of knowledge. 

study programme. 

We know when it comes to the Study Programme, 

a structured programme of learning must be in place 

as well as being able to provide a tailored experience 

for your learners. 

From our range of Functional Skills qualifications, 

maths and English units, our mix of work experience 

elements and the role of additional vocational 

qualifications to support the career path of the learner, 

we have something to make everyone’s programme of 

study unique to them. 

Our qualifications are developed with subject experts, 

centres and employers to ensure that learners develop 

the skills and knowledge needed in today’s labour market 

- for example, our Level 3 qualifications suitable for UCAS 

points involve universities in their development. 

Take a look at ncfe.org.uk/study-programme for 

more information. 

v.certs 

NCFE V Cert qualifications have been developed in line 

with the Department for Education measures to meet 

GCSE equivalency. V Cert qualifications are graded 

and contain both internally and externally assessed 

elements. Each V Cert qualification is equivalent 

to one GCSE. So, by running V Cert qualifications 

you can maintain all the benefits that vocational 

qualifications brings your school and pupils whilst also 

receiving recognition within your school’s Key Stage 4 

performance tables. 

Find out more at ncfe.org.uk/v-certs 

At NCFE we truly believe in education 

and are committed to helping every 

individual to achieve their full potential 

through learning – that’s what drives us 

to do what we do. 

As a registered educational charity going 

back over 165 years, being responsive and 

innovative has always been a big part of our 

lives. We’re extremely proud of our strong 

heritage but we’re also forward-looking, 

never standing still in pursuit of our ambition 

to change lives through education. 

The wide portfolio of nationally recognised 

qualifications we design and develop 

includes Apprenticeships, qualifications 

which support Study Programmes and 

Traineeships, fundable qualifications for 

adult learners, high quality distance learning 

models, and V Certs (GCSE equivalents) for 

schools and much more. 

We’re particularly delighted to tell you that, 

even in these challenging times, we’ve had 

many of our qualifications approved for 

funding for this year. In the past 11 years, our 

nationally recognised qualifications have 

benefited over 2 million learners across the 

country, and we know that offering fundable 

qualifications is absolutely central to the 

learning and success of millions more. 

Of course, all qualifications are supported by 

our excellent customer service (Top 50 for 

Customer Service, in both of the last two 

years) and unique, friendly approach for 

which we’re known. You may have heard 

about our recent acquisition of the highly 

respected CACHE awarding organisation and 

brand – this is a momentous development 

for NCFE and will enable us to continue to 

support our customers and develop 

qualifications to the highest standards. Rest 

assured that we’re more committed than 

ever to maintaining our reputation for first 

class customer service as we work with 

CACHE colleagues going forward. 

As well as this big book of opportunities, 

you’ve also been provided with a handy wall 

planner to help you prepare for the year 

ahead. I’m sure that, like us, you have grand 

plans in the pipeline and an exciting vision 

for the future – we look forward to working 

together to make this a reality. 

David Grailey 

NCFE, Chief Executive 

Visit ncfe.org.uk Email service@ncfe.org.uk Call 0191 239 8000*

4 This is your directory 

This is your directory 

5 

To find the qualification or programme you’re 

looking for simply flick through the sectors by 

using the tabs opposite. 

This is… 

big book of 

opportunities. 

NCFE Directory of 

Products and Services 2015-16 

Your curriculum planning tool 

your directory. 

The Directory of Products and Services is designed 

to help support you with your curriculum planning, 

as well as to help you find out just what NCFE has 

to offer. Of course we’re always working to develop 

more wonderful qualifications. With this in mind 

remember to also use our qualification finder online 

for the most up-to-date information. 

Our subject 

areas include: 

Preparation for Life and Work 

In these challenging times, it’s vital we all 

have the right skills to gain employment 

and improve our career prospects. The 

qualifications within this sector provide 

learners with the skills and knowledge 

needed to progress into further study and 

employment. They equip learners with the 

right skills and mindset to enter the labour 

market and ultimately help them to secure 

a job. In addition to over 100 bitesize maths 

and English qualifications and our suite of 

Functional Skills, this sector includes the 

flagship Employability qualifications, offered 

by The REED NCFE Partnership. 

Health, Public Services and Care 

We’ve a variety of qualifications in health 

care which provide learners with a range of 

sector related skills and knowledge. Where 

appropriate, qualifications are mapped 

against National Occupational Standards 

or National Workforce Competences for 

their related subject area. 

Within Public Services, we have our 

Uniformed Services qualifications to prepare 

learners for progression to employment in 

the armed forces or emergency services. 

Arts, Media and Publishing 

The qualifications in this sector provide a 

framework of vocational training for learners 

already working in, or hoping to work in, 

the growing media and performing arts 

industry. NCFE’s Creative Craft qualifications 

and Certificates in Art and Design are 

designed to give learners the opportunity 

to develop their creativity and craft skills. 

The qualifications focus on technical skills 

and personal development, whilst giving 

an overall insight into the creative industry. 

Interactive Media and Graphic Design 

qualifications provide learners with the 

underpinning knowledge and skills required 

by today’s creative industries. 

Leisure, Travel and Tourism 

The qualifications within this sector cover 

travel, tourism, leisure and recreation. 

They aim to equip learners with the skills 

they need to gain employment within these 

industries. Many of NCFE’s sport related 

qualifications have been supported by 

SkillsActive (the SSC for the Active Leisure, 

learning and Well-Being sector). 

Business, Administration and Law 

We’ve a range of qualifications within this 

sector which equip learners with those 

essential business skills they need for the 

workplace. These qualifications have been 

developed with and supported by Standards 

Setting Bodies such as the Council for 

Administration (CfA) and the Institute of 

Customer Service (ICS). Our qualifications 

are at the core of Apprenticeships, and are 

suitable for a wide range of occupations at a 

variety of levels. 

Education and Training 

When developing qualifications in this 

sector, NCFE has paid particular attention 

to recent Government initiatives and all 

approved standards. Childcare-related 

qualifications are designed to support 

the National Childcare Strategy, Raising 

Standards initiatives, Day Care Standards, 

National Occupational Standards and 

Ofsted requirements. 

Retail and Commercial Enterprise 

Qualifications within this sector aim to help 

learners gain employment and expand a 

range of skills and knowledge required in 

the modern workplace. They’re ideal not 

only for learners aiming to improve their 

career prospects, but also for those who 

wish to enhance their on-the-job skills. 

Many of the qualifications offered within 

this sector can be used alongside full-time 

Study Programmes, allowing specialisation 

in areas of particular interest. 

Visit ncfe.org.uk Email service@ncfe.org.uk Call 0191 239 8000* 


6 Using this Directory 

Using this Directory 

7 

Using this Directory for 

curriculum 

planning. 

Whether you’re based in a college, training provider 

or school, NCFE’s Directory of Products and Services 

will tell you everything you need to know about our 

full portfolio of qualifications and awards. 

Set out in a user-friendly way, this publication is 

designed to help you plan which NCFE qualifications 

you’d like to deliver. 

For ease of use, qualifications are grouped into sector areas and colour coded 

- you can quickly navigate through sectors using the colour tabs to the right of 

the document. 

You’ll find Guided Learning Hours and credit value next to each qualification in 

the contents page to give you an at-a-glance overview and to help you find the 

courses which best fit your curriculum. 

At the back of this publication, you’ll find our fees and pricing structure, details 

of Sector Skills Councils / Standard Setting Bodies and guidance on working with 

NCFE (please see page 350). 

A 

B 

D 

E 

F 

Understanding the qualification pages 

A 

B 

C 

Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service 

600/2922/5 

Facts and Figures 

Accreditation no/Learning 

Aim Reference: 600/2922/5 

Guided Learning 

Hours (GLH): 113 

Credit value: 17 

Fee per learner: £58 

Minimum entry age: 16 

Qualification 

review date: 31/12/2015 

Qualification certification 

end date: 31/12/2018 

C 

Title and qualification code. 

Qualification Aim 

This qualification is designed to 

cover the knowledge aspects of a 

customer service role, which will 

then support the completion and 

achievement of the Level 3 

Diploma in Customer Service. 

Qualification Structure 

This qualification consists of 3 

mandatory units. 

To be awarded this qualification, 

candidates must successfully 

complete the 3 mandatory units. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand the use of 

communication in customer 

service 

• Unit 02 Understand the principles 

of customer service delivery in 

different sectors 


of making improvements to 

customer service 

This figure gives an indication of the amount of contact time learners are expected 

to be given by the Assessor while undertaking the qualification. 

This explains how the qualification works (eg what your learners need to do to 

successfully achieve the qualification). 

G 

Support materials available from: 

Assessment 

Internally assessed and externally 

moderated portfolio. 

Support Materials 

Mandatory 

• Qualification Specification 

Optional 

• Learner’s Evidence Tracking Log 

• Tribal Learning Materials 

• The Skills Network Learning 

Materials 

• Purpose Statement 

• Qualification Support Pack 

Our website 

The advanced qualification search feature 

can be used alongside the Directory for 

curriculum planning, allowing you to search 

for Apprenticeships, qualifications and 

individual units by keyword, sector, type, 

level, Guided Learning Hours, fees and 

credit value. You can also filter your search 

by which qualifications are fundable, have 

learning resources, are V Certs, or if they 

can be used as part of an Apprenticeship, 

Traineeship, Study Programme or a 

Foundation Learning programme. 

D 

E 

F 

G 

The role of the credit value is to indicate the amount of directed learning time required 

on average for a learner to achieve a unit of a QCF qualification. 

This is the recommended entry age for the qualification. 

The qualification review date is the date by which we’ll have carried out a review 

of the qualification. After the qualification certification end date we can no longer 

process certificate claims for that qualification. 

The support materials section lets you know about any mandatory and additional 

resources available to help with your delivery of the qualification. We work with carefully 

selected partners, to provide you with high quality learning materials and what’s more, 

NCFE Qualification Support Packs are now also available for specific qualifications. 

You’ll find all of the information you need 

about NCFE qualifications on our website, 

where you’ll also find our blog, case studies, 

NCFE TV (our Youtube channel), and you 

can apply for centre and qualification 

approval quickly and easily! 

Check out our website ncfe.org.uk 



8 Our Partners 

Our Partners 

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Working together to offer you more. 

The best teams work together as a unit to achieve outstanding results. 

That’s why we work with a network of established partners to provide 

a wide range of materials to support our qualifications. Here you’ll find 

further information about each partner and how they can help you. 

vision2learn 

vision2learn is the only 100% online learning specialist working in 

the UK further education sector. 

With true anytime, anywhere learning – easily accessible from a 

PC, laptop, tablet or smartphone – all vision2learn learners need 

is an internet connection and they can access engaging learning 

material 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Over the last 15 years 

vision2learn has helped more than 380,000 learners discover 

new skills online, delivering success rates of up to 98%. 

vision2learn’s subcontracting and distance partnership models 

deliver competitive contribution to overheads, helping partner 

colleges save vital internal resources and deliver contracts 

quickly and effectively. 

Website: www.vision2learn.com 

Email: info@vision2learn.com 

Phone: 0191 215 4100 

Learning Curve Group 

Learning Curve Group supports over 125 FE providers to deliver 

outstanding teaching and learning. Our services include: 

• Low-risk, high-quality subcontractor with 94% success rates and 

subcontracted delivery graded as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in 2014 

• NCFE approved learning and assessment content available both 

online and in paper formats 

• Innovative online learning platform which helps widen the course 

offer within the study programme and supports staff CPD 

(including Prevent) 

• Consultancy services led by respected FE specialist, Beej Kaczmarczyk 

• Interim placements for senior positions 

• Support with international development strategies 

• Destination tracking of students and adult learners. 

Website: www.learningcurvegroup.co.uk 

Email: info@learningcurvegroup.co.uk 

Phone: 01388 777129 

you’ve got the job 

NCC 

NCC Home Learning are a complete resource for online learning 

courses. With over 350 home learning courses available, from 

Acrylic Nails to Zoology, we have many courses to cater for each 

individual circumstance. 

We understand that modern life doesn’t always make learning 

accessible, and sometimes education needs to work around your 

life and needs. With a distance learning course from NCC, you no 

longer need to worry about getting your qualification and working 

at the same time, as you are able to study at home, in your own time 

and at your own pace, whilst continuing with your current career. 

Website: www.ncchomelearning.co.uk 

Email: enquiries@ncchomelearning.co.uk 

Phone: 0800 970 2522 

Oxford University Press 

Oxford is a leading educational publisher, producing books and 

digital resources for UK and international schools and colleges. 

We publish a wide range of curriculum-based school and home 

learning resources, written by experienced teachers and subject 

experts, for Early Years, Primary, Secondary and Further Education. 

Website: www.oup.com/education 

Email: schools.enquires.uk@oup.com 

Phone: 01536 45620 

The Pacific Institute 

The Pacific Institute has long been helping people to understand 

their own potential and how to apply it within organisations, 

government departments, health, criminal justice, community 

regeneration and education systems. 

Our approach assists individuals in transforming the quality of their 

lives, with renewed energy, happiness and optimism and leaving 

them more capable of attaining personal and professional goals. 

Website: www.pacificinstitute.co.uk 

Email: enquiries@pacificinstitute.co.uk 

Phone: 020 3402 3641 

The REED NCFE Partnership 

The REED NCFE Partnership’s aim is to ensure colleges, 

universities, training providers and schools are recognised in 

their communities for providing students with a smooth 

transition from learning into work. Some of our services include: 

• equipping students with the • sourcing high quality work 

right mindset and skills to experience placements 

enter the labour market • optimising your learner 

• maximising your 

destination outcomes 

Apprenticeship numbers • enhancing your organisation’s 

• providing an effective 

employability reputation with 

employability learning solution learners, employers and other 

for your Study Programme stakeholders. 

Website: www.reed-ncfe.org.uk 

Email: info@reed-ncfe.org.uk 

Phone: 0191 605 3300 



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The Skills Network 

The Skills Network is one of the UK’s most successful providers 

of technology-enabled training and skills solutions. 

We support educators, employers and learners throughout the 

UK, and internationally by developing and delivering effective 

and innovative skills training and published educational content. 

In 2014/15 we expect to have delivered courses to over 25,000 

learners, with a success rate of 93%. 

We are constantly developing new, innovative and engaging 

ways to deliver learning and training to maintain our market 

leading status. 

Website: www.theskillsnetwork.com 

Email: enquiries@theskillsnetwork.com 

Phone: 01757 210 022 

Tribal 

Tribal offer a number of training programmes that support NCFE 

qualifications. Quality is at the heart of what we do; we are a 

leading provider of professional services to the learning and 

skills sector and our quality resources aim to offer learners a 

comprehensive and meaningful learning experience. Thousands 

of learners complete Tribal courses each year and high success 

rates, coupled with positive feedback from learners, providers 

and employers, are testament to the quality we provide. We also 

provide consultancy, tutor resources, training delivery and a 

range of other services to support the further education sector. 

Website: www.tribalgroup.com/publishing 

Email: publishing@tribalgroup.com 

Phone: 01904 550110 

Working Knowledge 

Working Knowledge is a social enterprise that exists to open the 

eyes of business to the young talent available locally. 

With Ofsted applying pressure on educators to better prepare 

young people for the workplace, it is essential we also positively 

change the perception of business as to the benefits that a 

young person can bring to them. Inspiring employers to create 

new career opportunities for young people. 

We have 9 years of experience helping colleges engage relevant 

employers to co-design and co-deliver the curriculum to 

maximise employment opportunities for their learners while 

evidencing activity against the Common Inspection Framework. 

Website: www.workingknowledge.org.uk 

Email: ask@workingknowledge.org.uk 

Phone: 0117 304 8000 



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Title 

Qualification Page 

Number 

Level 1 Award in CV Writing 600/3917/6 25 

Level 2 Award in Job Search and Employment Potential 601/1282/7 26 

Level 2 Certificate in Job Search and Employment Potential 601/1283/9 26 

Level 1 Award for Developing Effective Thinking Skills 500/9949/8 27 


Level 2 Award in Developing Skills for the Workplace 500/8400/8 28 

Entry Level Award in Employability Skills (Entry 3) 601/4678/3 29 

Entry Level Certificate in Employability Skills (Entry 3) 601/4679/5 29 

Level 1 Award in Employability Skills 601/4680/1 30 

Level 1 Certificate in Employability Skills 601/4681/3 30 



NCFE Entry Level Certificate in English (Entry 1) 601/1567/1 32 

NCFE Entry Level Certificate in English (Entry 2) 601/1552/X 32 


NCFE Level 1 Certificate in English 601/1530/0 34 


Level 2 Award in Equality and Diversity 601/3144/5 36 

Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity 601/3145/7 36 

Entry Level Award in Independent Study and Career Skills (Entry Level 3) 601/2573/1 37 

Level 1 Award in Independent Study and Career Skills 601/2574/3 37 





Level 1 Award in Job Search and Interview Skills 601/6208/9 39 

Level 2 Award in Job Search and Interview Skills 600/1748/X 39 

Level 1 Award in Preparing to Learn 600/5127/9 40 

Level 1 Award in Learning to Learn 501/1134/6 40 


Entry Level Award in Making Progress (Entry 1) 501/1170/X 41 

Entry Level Award in Making Progress (Entry 2) 501/1171/1 41 


Entry Level Certificate in Maths (Entry 1) 601/0609/8 42 



Level 1 Certificate in Maths 601/1090/9 44 

Level 2 Level 2 Certificate in Maths 601/1091/0 45 

Level 1 Award in Mentoring 501/1295/8 46 


Entry Level Award in Exploring Occupational Studies for the Workplace (Entry 3) 601/1073/9 47 

Entry Level Award in Occupational Studies for the Workplace (Entry 3) 601/1186/0 47 

Entry Level Certificate in Occupational Studies for the Workplace (Entry 3) 601/1185/9 47 

Entry Level Diploma in Occupational Studies for the Workplace (Entry 3) 601/1015/6 47 

Level 1 Award in Exploring Occupational Studies for the Workplace 601/1086/7 48 

Level 1 Award in Occupational Studies for the Workplace 601/1087/9 48 

Level 1 Certificate in Occupational Studies for the Workplace 601/1088/0 48 

Level 1 Diploma in Occupational Studies for the Workplace 601/1089/2 48 



Level 2 Certificate in Occupational Studies for the Workplace 601/1423/X 49 


Entry Level Award in Personal Achievement (Entry 3) 600/1943/8 50 

Level 1 Award in Personal Achievement 600/1947/5 51 

Entry Level Award in Personal and Social Development (Entry 3) 501/0261/8 52 

Entry Level Certificate in Personal and Social Development (Entry 3) 501/0634/X 52 

Level 1 Award in Personal and Social Development 501/0672/7 53 

Level 1 Certificate in Personal and Social Development 501/0591/7 53 

Level 1 Award in Personal Effectiveness 500/8781/2 54 


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Title 


Number 

Entry Level Award in Solving Problems (Entry 1) 501/1164/4 55 



Level 1 Award in Sustainable Development 500/8215/2 56 


Level 1 Award in Volunteering 600/4290/4 58 


Level 2 Award in Achieving Excellence in a Vocational Skill 600/8230/6 59 

Level 2 Certificate in Achieving Excellence in a Vocational Skill 600/8231/8 60 





Entry Level Award in Working Together (Entry 1) 501/1167/X 65 

Entry Level Award in Working Together (Entry 2) 501/1168/1 65 


Entry Level Functional Skills Qualifications in English (Entry 1) 600/1067/8 66 


Entry Level Functional Skills Qualifications in English (Entry 3) 600/1510/X 66 

Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in English 501/1660/5 67 


Entry Level Functional Skills Qualification in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) 

(Entry 1) 

600/1780/6 69 


(Entry 2) 

600/1353/9 69 


(Entry 3) 

600/1148/8 69 

Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) 600/0030/2 70 


Entry Level Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 1) 600/0793/X 72 

Entry Level Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 2) 600/1218/3 72 


Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics 501/2325/7 73 


NEW Entry Level Award in Investigating Enterprise Skills (Entry 3) 601/4147/5 75 

NEW Entry Level Award in Developing Enterprise Skills (Entry 3) 601/4148/7 75 

NEW Level 1 Award in Investigating Enterprise Skills 601/4145/1 76 

NEW Level 1 Award in Developing Enterprise Skills 601/4143/8 76 

NEW Level 2 Award in Investigating Enterprise Skills 601/4144/X 77 

NEW Level 2 Certificate in Developing Enterprise Skills 601/4146/3 77 

NEW Level 1 Award in Interpersonal Skills 601/6333/1 78 

NEW Level 1 Award in Managing Your Money 601/3558/X 79 

Title 


Number 

Level 1 Award in Alcohol Awareness 601/3184/6 83 

Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions 601/4306/X 84 

Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills 600/0728/X 85 

Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills 600/0727/8 86 

Level 3 Award in Counselling Skills and Theory 500/6328/5 87 

Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia 501/0116/X 88 

Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care 600/6355/5 89 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes 600/9311/0 90 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care 601/3119/6 91 

Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care 601/3818/X 92 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding End of Life Care 600/9523/4 93 

Level 2 Award in Employment Responsibilities and Rights in Health, Social Care or Children 

and Young People’s Settings 

600/0061/2 94 

Level 3 Award in Health and Safety for the Workplace 601/5876/1 95 

Level 1 Award in Health and Safety Awareness 600/5207/7 96 

Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England 501/2318/X 97 

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England 501/2263/0 98 

Level 2 Award in Helping Skills 500/6327/3 99 

Level 1 Award in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s Settings 600/1303/5 100 

Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s 

Settings 

600/1302/3 101 

Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance 601/4321/6 102 

Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health 

Care Settings 

600/9312/2 103 

Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities 601/1687/0 104 

Level 3 Award in the Awareness of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 601/3621/2 105 

Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness 501/0253/9 106 

Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness 600/6134/0 107 

Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems 601/3438/0 108 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working with People with Mental Health Needs 601/3434/3 109 

Level 1 Award in Nutrition and Health 600/5142/5 110 


Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health 601/3389/2 112 

Level 2 Certificate in Nutrition and Health 600/9966/5 113 

Level 2 Award in Occupational Health and Safety 600/0074/0 114 

Level 1 Award in Personal Safety Awareness 600/6380/4 115 

Level 2 Award in the Prevention and Control of Infection 500/4296/8 116 

Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care 600/1301/1 117 

Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care 600/0688/2 118 


Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care 501/0117/1 120 

Level 1 Award in Sexual Health Awareness 501/0254/0 121 

Level 1 Award in Stress Awareness 600/5976/X 122 

Level 2 Award in Stroke Awareness 600/4762/8 123 

Level 3 Certificate in Stroke Care Management 600/4763/X 124 

Level 1 Award in Substance Misuse Awareness 501/0255/2 125 

Level 2 Award in Substance Misuse 501/0115/8 126 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medicines 501/0037/3 127 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care 601/3404/5 128 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in Mental Health 600/6133/9 129 



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Title 


Number 

Level 1 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services 501/1178/4 130 



Level 1 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services 601/2457/X 133 



Level 1 Certificate in Well-Being 601/4182/7 136 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in the Health Sector 601/4128/1 137 

Level 2 Certificate for Working in the Health Sector 500/6103/3 138 

Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young People’s Workforce 601/3510/4 139 

Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce 601/4149/9 140 

Level 1 Award in Safeguarding in a Learning Environment 600/5515/7 141 

Level 1 Award in Working with Children 501/0417/2 142 

NEW Level 1 Award in Introduction to Health and Safety for the Workplace 601/5652/1 143 

NEW Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism 601/6330/6 144 

NEW Level 1 Award in Introduction to Fire Safety for the Workplace 601/5650/8 145 

NEW Level 2 Award in Principles of Fire Safety for the Workplace 601/5651/X 146 

NEW Level 2 Award in Principles of Health and Safety for the Workplace 601/5653/3 147 

NEW Level 2 Award in Principles of Risk Assessment for the Workplace 601/5655/7 148 

NEW Level 2 Award in Principles and Practice of Safe Manual Handling for the Workplace 601/5654/5 149 

NEW Level 3 Diploma for the Children’s Workforce (Early Years Educator) 601/5436/6 150 

NEW Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) 601/5368/4 151 


Title 


Number 

Level 1 Certificate in Animation 601/0268/8 154 


Level 1 Certificate in Art and Design 601/0677/3 156 



Level 2 Award in Computer Games Design 600/5245/4 159 

Level 2 Award in Computer Games Development 600/5244/2 159 

Level 2 Certificate in Computer Games Development 600/5243/0 159 

Entry Level Award in Creative Craft (Entry 1) 600/4942/X 160 

Entry Level Award in Creative Craft (Entry 2) 600/4943/1 160 


Level 1 Award in Creative Craft 601/3360/0 161 


Level 2 Certificate in Creative Craft 601/3232/2 163 


Level 1 Certificate in Creative Studies: Craft v.certs 601/0489/2 165 


Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Art and Design v.certs 600/6905/3 167 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Graphic Design v.certs 600/6907/7 168 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Interactive Media v.certs 600/6906/5 169 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Music Technology 600/6904/1 170 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Media 601/4761/1 171 

Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media 601/4762/3 171 


Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media 601/3842/7 172 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Performance Skills v.certs 600/6990/9 173 

Level 1 Award in Graphic Design 500/8454/9 174 

Level 2 Award in Graphic Design 500/8379/X 175 

Level 1 Certificate in Interactive Media 500/8053/2 176 



Level 3 Certificate in Managing a Music Business Enterprise 600/6423/7 179 

Level 3 Diploma in Managing a Music Business Enterprise 501/1735/X 179 

Level 2 Award in Mobile Device Application Development 600/5242/9 180 

Level 2 Certificate in Moving Image Production 500/8343/0 181 

Level 1 Introductory Award in Music Technology 501/1183/8 182 

Level 1 Award in Music Technology 501/1133/4 182 

Level 1 Certificate in Music Technology 501/1234/X 182 


Level 2 Certificate in Music Technology 501/1216/8 183 

Level 2 Extended Certificate in Music Technology 501/1226/0 183 

Entry Level Award in Performance Skills (Entry 1) 600/4947/9 184 



Level 1 Certificate in Performance Skills 500/9177/3 185 

Level 1 Certificate in Performance Skills using Acting 500/9178/5 186 

Level 1 Certificate in Performance Skills using Dance 500/9176/1 187 

Level 1 Certificate in Performance Skills using Music 500/9180/3 188 




Level 2 Certificate in Performance Skills using Music 500/9919/X 192 

Level 1 Award in Photography 601/3390/9 193 

Level 2 Certificate in Photography 601/3391/0 194 


Level 1 Extended Certificate in Photography 601/2451/9 195 


Level 2 Diploma in Photography 601/2626/7 196 

NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Photography 601/0376/0 197 

NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Photography 601/0377/2 197 

Level 1 Award in Podcasting 500/8063/5 198 


Level 1 Award in Radio 601/4177/3 200 

Level 2 Certificate in Radio 601/4204/2 201 

Level 3 Diploma in Radio 501/0262/X 202 

Level 1 Award in Technical Theatre 500/9631/X 203 

NEW Level 2 Award in Preparing to Work in the Film Industry 601/4488/9 204 

NEW Level 2 Extended Award in Preparing to Work in the Film Industry 601/4490/7 204 

NEW Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in the Film Industry 601/4489/0 204 

NEW Level 2 Diploma in Performance Skills 601/5637/5 205 


NEW Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performance Skills 601/5815/3 207 


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19 


Business, Administration and Law 

Title 


Number 

Level 1 Certificate in Exploring the Aviation Industry 600/5588/1 210 

Level 2 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning 501/1810/9 211 


Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Activity Leadership 600/0413/7 213 

Level 2 Certificate in Aviation Operations on the Ground (Knowledge) 501/1281/8 214 

Level 2 Certificate in Introduction to Cabin Crew 600/0474/5 215 

Level 2 Certificate in Principles and Practices of Coaching Sport 601/3263/2 216 

Level 2 Award for Resort Representatives 600/7817/0 217 

Level 1 Award in the Principles of Coaching Sport 600/0460/5 218 


Level 2 Certificate in the Principles and Preparations for Coaching Sport 501/1151/6 220 

Level 2 Award in the Principles of Customer Service in Hospitality, Leisure, Travel and Tourism 600/5943/6 221 

Level 2 Extended Award in the Principles of Customer Service in Hospitality, Leisure, Travel 

and Tourism 

600/2028/3 222 

Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning 501/1079/2 223 

Level 1 Award in Exercise Studies 500/7997/9 224 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness 501/1996/5 225 

Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing 500/8513/X 226 

Level 2 Award in Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition 500/8516/5 227 

Level 2 Award in Introductory Work in the Outdoors 600/5042/1 228 

Level 2 Certificate in Introductory Work in the Outdoors 600/6302/6 229 

Level 3 Award in Nutrition for Physical Activity 600/8314/1 230 

Level 2 Certificate in Outdoor Activity Leadership 600/0414/9 231 

Level 3 Diploma for Outdoor Learning 600/3150/5 232 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Outdoor Programmes 600/3112/8 233 

Level 1 Award in Personal Development for the Outdoor Industry 501/1080/9 234 

Level 2 Award for Preparing to Work in the Cruise and Passenger Shipping Industry 601/0245/7 235 

Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training 500/8526/8 236 

Level 1 Certificate in Preparation for Event Volunteering 600/6046/3 237 

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Personal Training 501/1999/0 238 

Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Spectator Safety 600/1333/3 239 


Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Spectator Safety Management 600/2184/6 241 

Level 2 Award in Understanding Stewarding at Spectator Events 500/5546/X 242 

Level 1 Award in Sport 601/2622/X 243 

Level 1 Certificate in Sport 601/2623/1 243 


Level 2 Diploma in Sport 601/3038/6 244 

Level 2 Certificate in Sport 601/3060/X 245 


Level 2 Extended Diploma in Sport 601/3061/1 245 

Level 1 NVQ Award in Sport and Active Leisure 600/9053/4 246 

Level 1 Award in Sport and Leisure 500/8059/3 247 

Level 1 Award in Travel and Tourism 601/3231/0 248 

Level 1 Certificate in Travel and Tourism 601/3230/9 248 

Level 2 Diploma in Tourist Guiding 600/6420/1 249 

Level 3 Certificate in Travel Services 500/9791/X 250 

NEW Level 1 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning v.certs 601/4662/X 251 

NEW Level 2 Certificate in Health and Fitness v.certs 601/4534/1 252 

NEW Level 2 Extended Certificate in Understanding Stewarding at Spectator Events 601/5252/7 253 

NEW Level 2 Certificate in Travel Services 500/9846/9 254 

NEW Level 2 Certificate in Travel and Tourism 601/6266/1 255 

NEW Level 2 Extended Certificate in Travel and Tourism 601/6267/3 255 

NEW Level 2 Diploma in Travel and Tourism 601/6268/5 255 

Title 


Number 

Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Business and Administration 501/1233/8 258 

Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Customer Service 601/3712/5 259 

Level 1 Certificate in Business and Enterprise v.certs 601/0315/2 260 


Level 2 Certificate in Business and Administration Knowledge 601/3557/8 262 


Level 2 Certificate in Contact Centre Operations 600/1292/4 264 

Level 3 Certificate in Management 600/2145/7 265 

Level 1 Certificate in Computer Technology v.certs 601/0492/2 266 


Level 1 Certificate in Business Administration 601/3963/8 268 

Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration 601/3964/X 269 

Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration 601/3965/1 270 

Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Business Administration 601/3966/3 271 

Level 1 Certificate in Customer Service 601/3972/9 272 

Level 2 Diploma in Customer Service 601/3973/0 273 


Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Customer Service 601/4056/2 275 

Level 1 Level 1 Certificate in IT User Skills (ITQ) 600/1455/6 276 

Level 2 Certificate in IT User Skills (ITQ) 501/1239/9 277 

Level 2 Diploma in IT User Skills 600/2012/X 278 


Level 3 Diploma in IT User Skills 600/1868/9 280 

Level 3 Diploma in Management 601/4032/X 281 

Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Management 601/4033/1 282 

Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Management and Leadership 601/4034/3 283 

Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business 601/2624/3 284 

Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business: Enterprise 601/2677/2 284 

Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business: Finance 601/2676/0 284 

Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business: Human Resources 601/2675/9 284 

Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business: IT 601/2674/7 285 

Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business: Retail 601/2673/5 285 

Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business: Sales and Marketing 601/2672/3 285 








Level 2 Diploma in Team Leading 601/3967/5 288 

Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading Knowledge 600/2029/5 289 



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Contents 

21 



Title 


Number 

Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment 501/0888/8 292 

Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment 501/0882/7 293 

Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement 501/0886/4 294 

Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement 501/0885/2 295 

Level 4 Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes 

and Practice 

501/0887/6 296 

Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice 501/0889/X 297 

Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and 

Practice 

501/0890/6 298 

Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training 601/1622/5 299 

Level 3 Award in Education and Training 601/1620/1 300 

Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training 601/1621/3 301 

Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools 501/0247/3 302 

Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools 501/0418/4 303 

Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools 501/0368/4 304 


Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools 501/0813/X 306 

NEW Level 4 Award for Technology Enabled Educators 601/4775/1 307 

Title 


Number 

Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning Knowledge and Skills 601/3255/3 310 

Level 1 Certificate in Business Awareness for the Logistics Industry 601/2747/8 311 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Business-Improvement Techniques 600/1821/5 312 

Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services Skills 501/0473/1 313 

Level 2 Award in Cleaning Principles 601/0790/X 314 

Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning Principles 601/0791/1 315 

Level 2 Diploma in Customer Service for Logistics 601/2565/2 316 

Level 2 Certificate in Driving Goods Vehicles 601/2534/2 317 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food and Beverage Service 601/0382/6 318 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food Production and Cooking 601/0383/8 318 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Front of House Reception 601/0384/X 318 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hospitality Services 601/0385/1 318 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery 601/0386/3 318 

Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering 600/9603/2 319 

Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Food and Beverage Service) 601/0510/0 320 

Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Food Production and Cooking) 601/0511/2 320 

Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Front of House Reception) 601/0515/X 320 

Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Hospitality Services) 601/0417/X 320 

Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Professional Cookery) 601/0416/8 320 

Level 2 Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques 601/2530/5 321 

Level 2 Award in Employee Rights and Responsibilities in the Logistics Industry 600/4474/3 322 

Level 1 Certificate in Renewable Energy Awareness 601/2554/8 323 

Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders 600/1323/0 324 

Level 2 Diploma in Introduction to Renewable Energy Engineering 601/3011/8 325 

Level 3 Diploma in Preparing to Work in Renewable Energy Engineering 601/3194/9 326 

Level 2 Certificate in Retail Knowledge 600/2139/1 327 


Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Retail Operations 601/3338/7 329 

Level 2 Certificate in Retail Skills 600/4164/X 330 

Level 2 Diploma in Retail Skills 600/4278/3 331 

Level 3 Diploma in Retail Skills (Management) 600/4272/2 332 

Level 3 Diploma in Retail Skills (Sales Professional) 600/4276/X 333 

Level 3 Diploma in Retail Skills (Visual Merchandising) 600/4273/4 334 

Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Road Passenger Vehicle Driving (Taxi and Private Hire) 600/0827/1 335 

Level 2 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage 600/1344/8 336 

NEW Level 1 Certificate in Engineering Studies v.certs 601/4592/4 337 


NEW Level 1 Certificate in Food and Cookery v.certs 601/4661/8 339 

NEW Level 2 Certificate in Food and Cookery v.certs 601/4533/X 340 

NEW Level 1 NVQ Diploma in Performing Manufacturing Operations 601/6479/7 341 


NEW Level 2 Award in Principles of Carrying and Delivering Goods by Road 601/5520/6 343 



Contents 


Title 


Number 

Level 1 Award in CV Writing 600/3917/6 25 





Level 2 Award in Developing Skills for the Workplace 500/8400/8 28 

Entry Level Award in Employability Skills (Entry 3) 601/4678/3 29 

Entry Level Certificate in Employability Skills (Entry 3) 601/4679/5 29 






NCFE Entry Level Certificate in English (Entry 2) 601/1552/X 32 




Level 2 Award in Equality and Diversity 601/3144/5 36 

Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity 601/3145/7 36 

Entry Level Award in Independent Study and Career Skills (Entry Level 3) 601/2573/1 37 






Level 1 Award in Job Search and Interview Skills 601/6208/9 39 

Level 2 Award in Job Search and Interview Skills 600/1748/X 39 

Level 1 Award in Preparing to Learn 600/5127/9 40 



Entry Level Award in Making Progress (Entry 1) 501/1170/X 41 






Level 1 Certificate in Maths 601/1090/9 44 

Level 2 Level 2 Certificate in Maths 601/1091/0 45 



Entry Level Award in Exploring Occupational Studies for the Workplace (Entry 3) 601/1073/9 47 

Entry Level Award in Occupational Studies for the Workplace (Entry 3) 601/1186/0 47 

Entry Level Certificate in Occupational Studies for the Workplace (Entry 3) 601/1185/9 47 

Entry Level Diploma in Occupational Studies for the Workplace (Entry 3) 601/1015/6 47 



Level 1 Certificate in Occupational Studies for the Workplace 601/1088/0 48 




Level 2 Certificate in Occupational Studies for the Workplace 601/1423/X 49 


Entry Level Award in Personal Achievement (Entry 3) 600/1943/8 50 

Level 1 Award in Personal Achievement 600/1947/5 51 

Entry Level Award in Personal and Social Development (Entry 3) 501/0261/8 52 

Entry Level Certificate in Personal and Social Development (Entry 3) 501/0634/X 52 

Level 1 Award in Personal and Social Development 501/0672/7 53 

Level 1 Certificate in Personal and Social Development 501/0591/7 53 

Level 1 Award in Personal Effectiveness 500/8781/2 54 

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PREPARATION FOR 

LIFE AND WORK 


24 Preparation for Life and Work 

Contents 

Level 1 Award in CV Writing 

600/3917/6 


25 


LIFE AND WORK 

Title 


Number 














Entry Level Award in Working Together (Entry 1) 501/1167/X 65 





Entry Level Functional Skills Qualifications in English (Entry 3) 600/1510/X 66 




(Entry 1) 

600/1780/6 69 


(Entry 2) 

600/1353/9 69 


(Entry 3) 

600/1148/8 69 



Entry Level Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Entry 1) 600/0793/X 72 





NEW Entry Level Award in Investigating Enterprise Skills (Entry 3) 601/4147/5 75 

NEW Entry Level Award in Developing Enterprise Skills (Entry 3) 601/4148/7 75 

NEW Level 1 Award in Investigating Enterprise Skills 601/4145/1 76 

NEW Level 1 Award in Developing Enterprise Skills 601/4143/8 76 

NEW Level 2 Award in Investigating Enterprise Skills 601/4144/X 77 

NEW Level 2 Certificate in Developing Enterprise Skills 601/4146/3 77 

NEW Level 1 Award in Interpersonal Skills 601/6333/1 78 

NEW Level 1 Award in Managing Your Money 601/3558/X 79 


Qualification no/Learning 






Minimum entry age: 

pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 

If you are interested in this qualification 

you may also be interested in: 

• Introduction to CV Writing Skills 

• Level 1 Award in Job Search and 

Interview Skills 


This qualification is designed for 

learners who wish to improve their 

employment opportunities by 

providing them with the knowledge 

required to produce their own CV. 


This qualification consists of one 

mandatory unit. 


learners must successfully complete 

the one mandatory unit. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Writing a CV 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 

This qualification is suitable for: 

• Foundation learning programme 

• Preparation for work 

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Level 2 Award in Job Search and Employment Potential 

Level 2 Certificate in Job Search and Employment Potential 

Award: 601/1282/7 Certificate: 601/1283/9 


Level 1 Award for Developing Effective Thinking Skills 

Level 2 Award for Developing Effective Thinking Skills 

Level 1: 500/9949/8 Level 2: 500/7906/2 

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LIFE AND WORK 



Aim Reference: 

Award: 601/1282/7 

Certificate: 601/1283/9 

Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 

Award: 40-60 

Certificate: 93-117 

Credit value: 

Fee per learner: 

Award: 6 

Certificate: 13 

Award: £24 

Certificate: £34 


Qualification review date: 

Award: 31/08/2018 



end date: 

Award: 31/08/2020 



These qualifications have been 

developed with a broad range of 

providers who have experience 

of delivering employability 

programmes to the long-term 

unemployed. The content and 

assessment methodology of these 

qualifications has been designed in 

a way that maximises the learners’ 

chances of securing sustained 

employment while also providing 

a programme of learning that is 

practical and engaging. 


Level 2 Award in Job Search and 

Employment Potential 



6 credits, one unit from Group A and 

the remainder of the credits from 

any of the units in Group A and/or B. 

Level 2 Certificate in Job Search and 




13 credits, one unit from Group A 

and the remainder of the credits 

from any of the units in Group A 

and/or B. 

Units 

Mandatory 

Group A 

• Unit 01 Preparing to achieve own 

job goals 

• Unit 02 Promoting yourself and 

preparing for a job interview 

Optional 

Group B 

• Unit 03 Financial planning for 

business start-up 

• Unit 04 Understanding business 

culture and values 

• Unit 05 Money matters for 

employment 

• Unit 06 Understanding the labour 

market 

• Unit 07 Using lateral thinking to 

apply for jobs 

• Unit 08 Business start-up 

• Unit 09 Understand how to 

develop resilience 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


• REED NCFE Delivery Training 

Optional 

• Online learner workbooks and 

assessments 

• Trainer pack complete with session 

plans, activities and worksheets 

Suitability 

These qualifications are suitable for: 

• Job Centre Plus learners 

• Induction and enrichment 





Level 1: 500/9949/8 

Level 2: 500/7906/2 






Level 1: £23 

Level 2: £25 

pre-16 


Level 1: 31/08/2016 

Level 2: 31/08/2016 


end date: 

Level 1: 31/08/2017 

Level 2: 31/08/2018 


These qualifications are aimed at 

learners wanting to develop their 

life skills within existing educational 

systems and employment. They’re 

also extremely effective for those 

young people on the periphery 

who are traditionally hard to reach. 

They’re generic enough in nature 

that they can be undertaken by a 

wide range of learners in a number 

of settings. They also complement a 

large number of other qualifications. 


These qualifications consist of 

2 mandatory units. 

To be awarded one of these 

qualifications, learners must 

successfully complete the 2 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Effective thinking 

• Unit 02 Moving from potential to 

performance 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 

• Candidate Learning Log 

Suitability 




(Level 1) 





Level 2 Award in Developing Skills for the Workplace 

500/8400/8 


Entry Level Award in Employability Skills (Entry 3) 

Entry Level Certificate in Employability Skills (Entry 3) 


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LIFE AND WORK 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 


This qualification aims to accredit 

the skills developed prior to, 

during and post placement in a 

work experience environment. 

The skills developed by learners 

will be transferable to different 

placements, contexts or when 

gaining employment. 


This qualification consists of 




the 3 mandatory units. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Prepare for work 

experience 

• Unit 02 Understand your work 

experience company 

• Unit 03 Undertake and evaluate 

work experience 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• My Work Experience Free 

Learning Resources 

Suitability 






Award: 601/4678/3 



Award: 36-52 


Credit value: 



Award: 6 


Award: £24 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



designed to introduce learners to the 

world of work, and to a broad range 

of essential skills. These include job 

search skills, personal preparation for 

employment and effective behaviour 

at work. These qualifications are 

flexible by nature and include a wide 

range of optional units that can 

be selected and tailored towards 

individual learners. The units are 

generic so that they can be applied 

in any context into any sector area. 

The new mandatory ‘understanding 

mindset’ unit helps learners understand 

why certain mindset qualities are 

attractive to employers, and to 

encourage them to think about times 

they have displayed these qualities. 


Entry Level Award in 

Employability Skills (Entry 3) 



6 credits in total. Learners must 

complete the mandatory unit in 

group A for 2 credits. The remaining 

4 credits can come from groups B or 

C; however a maximum of 2 credits 

can come from group C. 

Entry Level Certificate in 

Employability Skills (Entry 3) 






13 credits can come from groups 

B or C; however a maximum of 7 

credits can come from group C. 

Self-improvement and personal 

effectiveness for work cluster 

• Unit 07 Getting to a destination 

safely and on time 

• Unit 08 Goal and target setting 

• Unit 09 Making progress 

• Unit 10 Prioritising tasks 

• Unit 11 Managing your time 

Problems and solutions cluster 

• Unit 12 Problem solving skills for work 

• Unit 13 ICT for employment 

Taking responsibility cluster 

• Unit 14 Following instructions 

• Unit 15 Dealing with numbers in a 

place of work 

Working with others cluster 

• Unit 16 Working in a team 

• Unit 17 Understanding conflict at 

work 

• Unit 18 Working with other 

employees 

• Unit 19 Working with managers 

• Unit 20 Social media in the workplace 

Preparing for work cluster 

• Unit 21 Understanding money at 

work 

• Unit 22 Deciding on the right job 

for you 

• Unit 23 Looking for work 

• Unit 24 Completing an application 

form 

• Unit 25 Getting ready for interviews 

• Unit 26 Health and safety in places 

of work 

Group C 

• Unit 27 Dealing with your first days 

at work 

• Unit 28 How to keep improving 

• Unit 29 Job and training search skills 


• Unit 31 Working with colleagues 


Units 

Mandatory 

Group A 

• Unit 01 Understanding mindset 

Optional 

Group B 

Work awareness cluster 

• Unit 02 Rights and entitlements at 

work 

• Unit 03 Making the right 

impression at work 

• Unit 04 Your responsibilities as an 

employee 

• Unit 05 Behaving appropriately at 

work 

• Unit 06 Work awareness 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• REED NCFE Mindset workbook 

Suitability 





Level 1 Award in Employability Skills 

Level 1 Certificate in Employability Skills 




Level 2 Certificate in Employability Skills 


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LIFE AND WORK 




Award: 601/4680/1 



Award: 36-52 


Credit value: 



Award: 6 


Award: £24 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2017 




designed to introduce learners to the 

world of work, and to a broad range 

of essential skills. These include job 

search skills, personal preparation for 

employment and effective behaviour 

at work. These qualifications are 

flexible by nature and include a wide 

range of optional units that can 

be selected and tailored towards 

individual learners. The units are 

generic so that they can be applied in 

any context into any sector area. 

The new mandatory ‘understanding 

mindset’ unit provides learners 

with an understanding of how their 

employability can be affected by their 

mindset, focusing on the key qualities 

sought by employers. 








4 credits can come from groups B or 

C; however a maximum of 2 credits 

can come from group C. 

Level 1 Certificate in 

Employability Skills 






13 credits can come from groups 

B or C; however a maximum of 7 

credits can come from group C. 

Units 

Mandatory 

Group A 


Optional 

Group B 


• Unit 02 Understanding your 

customers 

• Unit 03 Understanding motivation 


at work 

• Unit 05 Business and customer 

awareness 



• Unit 06 Setting yourself targets 


• Unit 08 Handling information at work 


• Unit 10 Presenting information 


• Unit 11 Problem solving at work 

• Unit 12 Creative thinking 

• Unit 13 Coping with change 

• Unit 14 Taking part in a project 



• Unit 16 Identifying processes and 

procedures at work 


• Unit 18 Understanding personal 

finance 

• Unit 19 Tackling number problems 




• Unit 22 Being managed by others 

• Unit 23 Using social media in the 

workplace 

• Unit 24 Using online collaborative 

workplace tools 

• Unit 25 Understanding conflict at 

work 


• Unit 26 Job and training search skills 

• Unit 27 Job application skills 

• Unit 28 Interview skills 

• Unit 29 Writing a CV 

• Unit 30 Being safe and healthy at work 

The following group is made up of 

units that can be achieved at Level 

2. One unit from each cluster has 

been selected to allow learners the 

opportunity for progression. 

Group C 



• Unit 33 Job search skills 


at work 



Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Tribal Resources 

• Learning Curve Resources 

(certificate only) 

• REED NCFE Mindset Workbook 


and Online Learning Materials 


Suitability 






Award: 601/4664/3 



Award: 36-56 




designed to introduce learners to 

the world of work, and to a broad 

range of essential skills. These 

include job search skills, personal 

preparation for employment and 

effective behaviour at work. These 

qualifications are flexible by nature 

and include a wide range of optional 

units that can be selected and 

tailored towards individual learners. 

The units are generic so they can be 

applied in any context into any 

sector area. The new mandatory 

‘understanding mindset’ unit helps 

learners understand why certain 

mindset qualities are attractive to 

employers, and to encourage them 

to think about times they have 

displayed these qualities. 


Level 2 Award in Employability 

Skills 


learners must successfully complete a 

minimum of 6 credits in total. Learners 

must complete the mandatory unit in 

Group A for 2 credits. The remaining 4 

credits can come from the optional 

units in Group B. 

Level 2 Certificate in Employability 

Skills 



a minimum of 15 credits in total. 

Learners must complete the 

mandatory unit in Group A for 2 

credits. The remaining 13 credits 

can come from the optional units in 

Group B. 

Units 

Mandatory 

Group A 


Optional 

Group B 



awareness 


at work 


customers 


• Unit 06 Understanding work 

principles 

• Unit 07 Organisational products 

and services 




• Unit 09 Setting your targets 


• Unit 11 Managing information 

• Unit 12 Presenting information 

• Unit 13 Presenting yourself 


• Unit 14 Problem solving in a place 

of work 


• Unit 16 Understanding innovation 

• Unit 17 Creative thinking 

• Unit 18 Understanding risk 

• Unit 19 Understanding and coping 

with change 

• Unit 20 Managing a project 





responsibilities in the workplace 

• Unit 24 Planning a budget 



• Unit 26 Dealing with conflict 


• Unit 28 Working with managers 

• Unit 29 Valuing and supporting 

others 

• Unit 30 Using online collaborative 

workplace tools 

• Unit 31 Social media in the 

workplace 





• Unit 35 Health, safety and security in 

the place of work 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• The Skills Network Learning and 

Online Learning Materials 



• REED NCFE Mindset workbook 

Suitability 



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Credit value: 


Award: 6 


Award: £24 



Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2021 




• Level 1 Certificate in Employability Skills 

• Level 2 Certificate in Job Search and 

Employability Skills


Entry Level English Qualifications. Core qualifications are: 

NCFE Entry Level Certificate in English (Entry 1) 



Entry 1: 601/1567/1 Entry 2: 601/1552/X Entry 3: 601/1551/8 




Entry 1: 601/1567/1 

Entry 2: 601/1552/X 

Entry 3: 601/1551/8 


Entry 1: 160 

Entry 2: 190 

Entry 3: 180 

Credit value: 

Entry 1: 16 

Entry 2: 19 

Entry 3: 18 


Entry Level 1 Certificate: £40 

Entry Level 1 Multi-Unit Awards: £25 

Entry Level 1 Single-Unit Awards: £13 








pre-16 

Qualification 


Qualification Aims 

These qualifications aim to provide 

learners with the underpinning 

knowledge and skills to support 

development of their reading, 

writing and speaking and listening 

skills. This qualification can 

support progression on to GCSE 

(A*–C) or Level 2 Functional Skills 

qualifications in English. 

The objectives of these qualifications 

are reflected in the unit titles and are 

to help learners to: 

• listen to information 

• listen and respond to others 

• speak with others 

• develop reading skills 

• read words 

• develop essential writing skills 

• write and spell words. 

Qualification Structures 

The Entry Level Certificate in English 

(Entry 1) consists of 7 units, all of which 

are mandatory. 








end date: 31/08/2019 Support materials available from: 

® 

Assessment 



No sample assessments for Entry 

Level English. 


Mandatory 


Optional 


• ForSkills Free Learning Resources 


Suitability 




Qualification title 


Qualification 

number 

NCFE Entry Level Certificate in English (Entry 1) 601/1567/1 160 16 

NCFE Entry Level Certificate in English (Entry 2) 601/1552/X 190 19 

NCFE Entry Level Certificate in English (Entry 3) 601/1551/8 180 18 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Reading (Entry 1) 601/1557/9 40 4 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Reading (Entry 2) 601/1535/X 70 7 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Reading (Entry 3) 601/1515/4 70 7 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Speaking and Listening (Entry 1) 601/1558/0 70 7 



NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Writing (Entry 1) 601/1566/X 50 5 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Writing (Entry 2) 601/1537/3 50 5 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Writing (Entry 3) 601/1519/1 50 5 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Alphabetical Order (Entry 2) 601/1533/6 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Alphabetical Order (Entry 3) 601/1510/5 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Developing Reading Skills (Entry 1) 601/1569/5 20 2 



NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Discussing with Others (Entry 2) 601/1534/8 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Discussing with Others (Entry 3) 601/1509/9 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Essential Spelling and Hand-writing (Entry 3) 601/1512/9 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Essential Writing Skills (Entry 1) 601/1570/1 20 2 



NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Listening and Responding (Entry 1) 601/1575/0 30 3 



NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Listening to Information (Entry 1) 601/1556/7 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Reading to Understand (Entry 2) 601/1550/6 30 3 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Reading to Understand (Entry 3) 601/1516/6 30 3 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Reading Words (Entry 1) 601/1576/2 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Speaking to be Understood (Entry 2) 601/1539/7 30 3 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Speaking to be Understood (Entry 3) 601/1518/X 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Speaking with Others (Entry 1) 601/1577/4 30 3 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Write and Spell Words and Phrases (Entry 2) 601/1541/5 30 3 

NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Writing and Spelling Words (Entry 1) 601/1578/6 30 3 

GLH 

Credits 

33 


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Key 

Core Qualifications 

Themed Awards 

Single Unit Awards 



Level 1 English Qualifications. Core qualification: 

NCFE Level 1 Certificate in English 

601/1530/0 


Level 2 English Qualifications. Core qualification: 

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in English 

601/1568/3 

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Level 1 Certificate: £40 

Level 1 Multi-Unit Awards: £25 

Level 1 Single-Unit Awards: £13 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



























Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 

• Sample Assessment Materials 


• ForSkills Learning Resources 

• Learning Curve Group Learning 

Materials 


To help support you in the assessment 

of the English qualifications, we’ve 

provided FREE sample assessment 

papers. The papers can be used to 

assess learners, provide them with 

feedback and help to ‘plug the gaps’ 

in their learning to build up evidence 

within their portfolio. The sample 

assessment packs (including Mark 

Scheme) will be sent out upon 

learner registration. 

Suitability 















pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 











The objectives of these 

qualifications are reflected in the 

unit titles and are to help learners to: 














Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• ForSkills Learning Resources 


To help support you in the assessment 

of the English qualifications, we’ve 

provided FREE sample assessment 

papers. The papers can be used to 

assess learners, provide them with 

feedback and help to ‘plug the gaps’ 

in their learning to build up evidence 

within their portfolio. The sample 

assessment packs (including mark 

schemes) will be sent out upon 

learner registration. 

Suitability 





® 

® 


Qualification 

number 

NCFE Level 1 Certificate in English 601/1530/0 130 13 

NCFE Level 1 Award in English (Speaking and Listening) 601/1520/8 50 5 

NCFE Level 1 Award in English: Reading 601/1526/9 40 4 

NCFE Level 1 Award in English: Writing 601/1529/4 40 4 

NCFE Level 1 Award in English: Composing Texts 601/1521/X 20 2 

NCFE Level 1 Award in English: Constructing Sentences 601/1522/1 20 2 

NCFE Level 1 Award in English: Interpreting Texts 601/1523/3 20 2 

NCFE Level 1 Award in English: Listening and Responding to Others 601/1524/5 20 2 

NCFE Level 1 Award in English: Participating in Discussions 601/1525/7 10 1 

NCFE Level 1 Award in English: Responding to Creative Texts 601/1527/0 20 2 

NCFE Level 1 Award in English: Speaking to Others 601/1528/2 20 2 

Key 

GLH 

Credits 


Qualification 

number 

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in English 601/1568/3 130 13 

NCFE Level 2 Award in English: Reading 601/1544/0 40 4 

NCFE Level 2 Award in English: Speaking and Listening 601/1546/4 50 5 

NCFE Level 2 Award in English: Writing 601/1549/X 40 4 

NCFE Level 2 Award in English: Composing Texts 601/1531/2 20 2 

NCFE Level 2 Award in English: Constructing Sentences 601/1532/4 20 2 

NCFE Level 2 Award in English: Listening and Responding to Others 601/1542/7 20 2 

NCFE Level 2 Award in English: Participating in Discussions 601/1543/9 10 1 

NCFE Level 2 Award in English: Responding to Creative Texts 601/1545/2 20 2 

NCFE Level 2 Award in English: Speaking to Others 601/1547/6 20 2 

NCFE Level 2 Award in English: Understanding Texts 601/1548/8 20 2 

Key 

GLH 

Credits 


Themed Awards 



Themed Awards 




Level 2 Award in Equality and Diversity 

Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity 



Entry Level Award in Independent Study and Career Skills (Entry Level 3) 

Level 1 Award in Independent Study and Career Skills 



Entry Level 3: 601/2573/1 Level 1: 601/2574/3 Level 2: 601/2575/5 Level 3: 601/2576/7 

37 


LIFE AND WORK 




Award: 601/3144/5 



Award: 60 


Credit value: 



Award: 6 


Award: £25 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 


These qualifications aim to: 

• introduce the concepts of equality 

and diversity in a variety of 

environments including society, 

the community and the workplace 

• highlight how stereotyping and 

labelling affect individuals 

• outline the effects of prejudice and 

discrimination 

• examine rights and responsibilities 

• stress the importance of taking 

individual responsibility and action 

to help and support others 

• provide a basis for further study 

and/or career development. 




Level 2 Award in Equality and 

Diversity 



Unit 01. 

Entry Level Award in Getting on at 

Work (Entry 3) 



all 3 units. 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 

• vision2learn Learning Resources 


Materials 

• Tribal Learning Resources 


Materials 

• Purpose Statement (certificate only) 

Suitability 






Entry Level 3: 601/2573/1 

Level 1: 601/2574/3 

Level 2: 601/2575/5 

Level 3: 601/2576/7 


Entry Level 3: 45 

Level 1: 55 

Level 2: 65 

Level 3: 80 

Credit value: 

Entry Level 3: 5 

Level 1: 6 

Level 2: 8 

Level 3: 9 


Entry Level 3: £21 

Level 1: £23 

Level 2: £42 

Level 3: £48 


Entry Level 3: pre-16 

Level 1: pre-16 

Level 2: pre-16 

Level 3: 16 


Building upon research conducted 

by James Reed and Paul Stoltz (PhD), 

these qualifications provide learners 

with the knowledge needed to 

identify a programme of study that 

is aligned to clearly defined, realistic 

job goals. 

Learners will understand how to 

organise their study time effectively 

and how to overcome personal 

challenges to study. They will 

understand those key mindset 

qualities that are valued most by 

employers and will make a plan to 

develop and exhibit these. This is 

proven to triple a learner’s chances of 

securing and keeping the best jobs. 






successfully complete the 2 



Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Independent study skills 

• Unit 02 Career skills 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


assessments 

Suitability 



(EL3 and L1) 



Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Equality and diversity in 

society 

• Unit 02 Equality and diversity in the 

community 

• Unit 03 Equality and diversity in 

the workplace 

Qualification review 

date: 30/11/2018 


end date: 

Entry Level 3: 30/11/2019 

Level 1: 30/11/2019 

Level 2: 30/11/2020 

Level 3: 30/11/2021 



With REED NCFE your students will be 

more likely to get a job. 

more likely to be promoted. 

more likely to be retained. 

Able to access 3 times more jobs - 75% of jobs are not advertised. 

For more information see page 361 or call 0191 605 3300 www.reed-ncfe.org.uk 




Level 1 Award in Job Search and Employment Potential 

Level 1 Certificate in Job Search and Employment Potential 



Level 1 Award in Job Search and Interview Skills 

Level 2 Award in Job Search and Interview Skills 

Level 1: 601/6208/9 Level 2: 600/1748/X 

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Award: 601/1280/3 



Award: 40-57 


Credit value: 


Award: 6 


Award: £24 




Award: 31/08/2018 



end date: 

Award: 31/08/2019 




developed with a broad range of 

providers who have experience of 

delivering employability programmes 

to the long-term unemployed. The 

content and assessment methodology 

of these qualifications has been 

designed in a way that maximises 

the learners’ chances of securing 

sustained employment while also 

providing a programme of learning 

that is practical and engaging. 






6 credits, one unit from Group A and 

the remainder of the credits from 

any of the units in Group A and/or B. 

Level 1 Certificate in Job Search 

and Employment Potential 



13 credits, one unit from Group A 

and the remainder of the credits 

from any of the units in Group A 

and/or B. 

Units 

Mandatory 

Group A 


job goals 



Optional 

Group B 

• Unit 03 Motivation for work 

• Unit 04 Money matters for 

employment 

• Unit 05 Principles of marketing 

• Unit 06 Recruitment methods 

• Unit 07 Business start-up 

• Unit 08 Understanding business 

culture and values 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 


assessments 

• Trainer pack complete with session 

plans, activities and worksheets 


Suitability 


• Job Centre Plus learners 






Level 1: 601/6208/9 

Level 2: 600/1748/X 


Level 1: 40 

Level 2: 30 

Credit value: 



Level 1: 6 

Level 2: 5 

Level 1: £24 

Level 2: £24 

pre-16 

Qualification 

review date: 

Level 1: 31/08/2018 

Level 2: 31/08/2018 


end date: 

Level 1: 31/08/2019 

Level 2: 31/08/2020 


These qualifications are designed to 

equip learners with the mindset and 

skills they need to find and secure 

the right job for them. “There is clear 

evidence that if learners have the 

correct mindset they are far more 

likely to be attractive to employers. 

In a recent global survey of 1,264 

employers conducted by REED, 97% 

put mindset ahead of skill set when 

recruiting. In a further groundbreaking 

study of 30,000 CVs (comparing 

successful CVs against unsuccessful 

CVs), REED found that demonstrating 

your mindset in action on your CV 

‘tripled your chances of getting and 

keeping’ the best job.” (Source: Put 

Your Mindset To Work by James Reed 

and Paul Stoltz PhD, 2011). 


These qualifications consist of 2 

mandatory units and 2 optional units. 





both mandatory units and at least 

one optional unit. 





both mandatory units. 

Units 

Mandatory 


job goals 



Optional 

• Unit 03 The labour market and 

pathways into employment 

• Unit 04 Creating your personal 

development plan 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 

• NCFE Learning Resources 

Suitability 









• Level 1 Award in Employability Skills 




is the magic number. 


is the magic number. 

With REED NCFE 

your students will be 

more likely to 

get a job, be promoted 

and be retained. 

With REED NCFE 

your students will be 

more likely to 

get a job, be promoted 

and be retained. 







Level 1 Award in Preparing to Learn 

Level 1 Award in Learning to Learn 


Level 1 (Preparing): 600/5127/9 Level 1 (Learning): 501/1134/6 Level 2: 600/2859/2 


Entry Level Award in Making Progress (Entry 1) 



Entry 1: 501/1170/X Entry 2: 501/1171/1 Entry 3: 501/1172/3 

41 


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Level 1 (Preparing): 600/5127/9 

Level 1 (Learning): 501/1134/6 

Level 2: 600/2859/2 


Level 1 (Preparing): 10 

Level 1 (Learning): 30 

Level 2: 30 

Credit value: 

Level 1: 1 

Level 2: 3 

Level 3: 3 


Level 1 (Preparing): £23 

Level 1 (Learning): £23 

Level 2: £25 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 

Level 1 (Preparing): 31/08/2017 

Level 1 (Learning): 31/08/2017 

Level 2: 31/08/2018 


The purpose of these qualifications 

is to develop skills and effective 

learning behaviours which will allow 

learners to reach their full potential 

in the learning environment. These 

qualifications allow the learner 

to deal with the demands of a 

course of study, organise study 

time effectively and prioritise 

and set realistic targets for study. 

The learner will also be able to 

find and use information relevant 

to the course of study, work on 

listening and contributing actively 

to a learning environment and keep 

information in a useable format. 


These qualifications consist of one 




successfully complete the one 


Units 

Mandatory 

Level 1 Award in Preparing to Learn 

• Unit 01 Preparing to learn 


• Unit 01 Managing study and 

approaches to learning 


• Unit 01 Managing study and 

approaches to learning 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Candidate Learning Log (Level 1 

Learning only) 


(Level 1 Preparing and Level 2 only) 

• NCFE Learning Resources (Level 1 

Learning only) 


Materials (Level 1 Learning only) 

• Tribal Online Learning Materials 

(Level 1 Learning only) 


Materials (Level 1 Learning only) 

Suitability 



• Qualification support pack 





Entry 1: 501/1170/X 

Entry 2: 501/1171/1 

Entry 3: 501/1172/3 


Entry 1: 50 

Entry 2: 20 

Entry 3: 20 

Credit value: 



Qualification 

review date: 

Entry 1: 5 

Entry 2: 2 

Entry 3: 2 

Entry 1: £21 

Entry 2: £21 

Entry 3: £21 

pre-16 

31/08/2016 


end date: 

31/08/2017 


These qualifications are ideal for 

adults and young people wishing to 

improve their essential, transferable 

skills in order to progress to Level 1 

qualifications and for those below 

Level 1 who wish to develop their 

personal skills in a context relevant 

to themselves. These qualifications 

allow learners to identify their 

own strengths and areas for 

improvement and contribute to 

decisions about their learning, 

including setting targets. 








Units 

Mandatory 

Entry 1 

• Unit 01 Developing learning skills: 

learning to learn 

Entry 2 

• Unit 01 Working towards goals 

Entry 3 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Entry Level 1 Learner Transcript 

(Word and PDF versions) (Entry 1 

only) 


Completed (Entry 1 only) 

• Entry Level Guidance Pack 

Suitability 







• Level 3 Award in Learning to Learn for 

Higher Level Studies 

• Level 1 Award in Preparing to Learn 



Entry Level Maths Qualifications. Core qualifications are: 

Entry Level Certificate in Maths (Entry 1) 



Entry 1: 601/0609/8 Entry 2: 601/0610/4 Entry 3: 601/0611/6 




Entry 1: 601/0609/8 

Entry 2: 601/0610/4 

Entry 3: 601/0611/6 


Entry 1: 170 

Entry 2: 210 

Entry 3: 230 

Credit value: 

Entry 1: 17 

Entry 2: 21 

Entry 3: 23 












pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 





development of their skills 

using number, measures, shape 

and space and handling data. 

These qualifications can support 

progression on to GCSE (A*–C) or 

Level 2 Functional Skills qualification 

in Mathematics. 

The objectives of these 

qualifications are reflected in the 

unit titles and are to help learners to: 

• use number 

• use measurement, shape and space 

• handle data 

• work with numbers up to 10 

• solve problems with numbers up to 10 

• know about coins, notes and 

measures of time 

• describe and compare size and 

dimension 

• identify shapes 

• use simple positional vocabulary 

• extract information 

• sort information 

• know how to represent 

information. 


The Entry Level Certificate in Maths 

(Entry 1) consists of 11 units, all of 

which are mandatory. 








Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 

• Free NCFE Learning Resources 



• Oxford University Press Functional 

Skills Resources 


Materials (Entry 3 only) 

Suitability 





Qualification 

number 

GLH 

Credits 

NCFE Entry Level Certificate in Maths (Entry 1) 601/0609/8 170 17 



NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Handling Data (Entry 1) 601/0906/3 50 5 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Handling Data (Entry 2) 601/0921/X 40 4 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Handling Data (Entry 3) 601/0923/3 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Using Measurement, Shape and Space (Entry 1) 601/0905/1 60 6 



NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Using Number (Entry 1) 601/0904/X 60 6 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Using Number (Entry 2) 601/0892/7 70 7 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Using Number (Entry 3) 601/0878/2 110 11 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Calculating Length, Weight and Capacity (Entry 3) 601/0881/2 30 3 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Calculating with Numbers - Addition and Subtraction 

(Entry 3) 

601/0879/4 30 3 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Calculating with Numbers - Multiplication and Division 

(Entry 3) 

601/0883/6 30 3 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Calculating with Numbers (Entry 2) 601/0922/1 30 3 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Calculating with Numbers up to 10 (Entry 1) 601/0908/7 30 3 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Calculations with Money (Entry 3) 601/0888/5 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Collecting and Representing Information (Entry 2) 601/0903/8 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Describing and Comparing Size and Dimension (Entry 1) 601/0911/7 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Describing and Comparing Weight and Capacity (Entry 1) 601/0912/9 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award In Maths: Estimating, Approximating and Algebra (Entry 2) 601/0898/8 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Extract and Compare Information (Entry 3) 601/0890/3 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Identifying 2D and 3D Shapes (Entry 1) 601/0913/0 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Know about Coins, Notes and Measurements of Time 

(Entry 1) 

601/0910/5 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Know about Measuring Time (Entry 2) 601/0902/6 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Know How to Extract Information (Entry 1) 601/0918/X 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Know How to Represent Information (Entry 1) 601/0915/4 30 3 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Knowing about 2D and 3D Shapes and Positional 

Vocabulary (Entry 2) 

601/0897/6 30 3 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Knowing about Fractions (Entry 2) 601/0901/4 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Knowing about Temperature and Instruments of 

Measure (Entry 2) 

601/0899/X 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Problem Solving with Numbers up to 10 (Entry 1) 601/0909/9 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Record and Present Information (Entry 3) 601/0891/5 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Simple Algebra (Entry 3) 601/0887/3 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Sorting Information (Entry 1) 601/0916/6 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Understand How to Extract, Sort and Compare 

Information (Entry 2) 

601/0900/2 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Understanding Decimals (Entry 3) 601/0884/8 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Understanding Fractions (Entry 3) 601/0880/0 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award In Maths: Understanding Length, Weight and Capacity (Entry 2) 601/0895/2 30 3 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Understanding Properties of Shapes and Positional 

Vocabulary (Entry 3) 

601/0889/7 30 3 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Understanding Time and Temperature (Entry 3) 601/0885/X 20 2 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Using Money (Entry 2) 601/0896/4 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Using Simple Positional Vocabulary (Entry 1) 601/0914/2 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Working with Numbers (Entry 2) 601/0894/0 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Working with Numbers up to 10 (Entry 1) 601/0907/5 10 1 

NCFE Entry Level Award in Maths: Working with Numbers up to 1000 (Entry 3) 601/0886/1 10 1 

43 


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Key 


Themed Awards 




Level 1 Maths Qualifications. Core qualification: 

Level 1 Certificate in Maths 

601/1090/9 


Level 2 Maths Qualifications. Core qualification: 

Level 2 Certificate in Maths 

601/1091/0 

45 


LIFE AND WORK 












pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


This qualification aims to provide 



development of their skills using 

number, measures, shape and space 

and handling data. This qualification 

can support progression on to GCSE 


qualification in mathematics. 

The objectives of this qualification 











dimension 





• know how to represent information. 


The Level 1 Certificate in Maths consists 

of 8 mandatory units and 2 optional 

units, one of which must be taken. 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



• Free NCFE Learning Resources 


To help support you in the 

assessment of the English and Maths 

qualifications, we’ve provided FREE 

sample assessment papers. The 

papers can be used to assess learners, 

provide them with feedback and help 

to ‘plug the gaps’ in their learning to 

build up evidence within their 

portfolio. The sample assessment 

packs (including Mark Scheme) will 

be sent out upon learner registration. 

Suitability 














pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 





development of their skills using 

number, measures, shape and space 

and handling data. This qualification 

can support progression on to GCSE 


qualification in Mathematics. 












dimension 





• know how to represent information. 


The Level 2 Certificate in Maths consists 

of 7 mandatory units and 2 optional 

units, one of which must be taken. 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• NCFE Free Learning Resources 

To help support you in the 

assessment of the English and maths 

qualifications, we’ve provided FREE 

sample assessment papers. The 

papers can be used to assess learners, 

provide them with feedback and help 

to ‘plug the gaps’ in their learning to 

build up evidence within their 

portfolio. The sample assessment 

packs (including Mark Scheme) will 

be sent out upon learner registration. 

Suitability 






Qualification 

number 

NCFE Level 1 Certificate in Maths 601/1090/9 170 17 

NCFE Level 1 Award in Maths: Handling Data 601/1163/X 40 4 

NCFE Level 1 Award in Maths: Using Measurement, Shape and Space 601/1162/8 40 4 

NCFE Level 1 Award in Maths: Using Number 601/1161/6 70 7 

NCFE Level 1 Award in Maths: Working with 2D Shapes and Space 601/1168/9 10 1 

NCFE Level 1 Award in Maths: Working with Basic Algebra and Geometry 601/1177/X 20 2 

NCFE Level 1 Award in Maths: Working with Decimals and Percentages 601/1166/5 20 2 

NCFE Level 1 Award in Maths: Working with Fractions 601/1165/3 20 2 

NCFE Level 1 Award in Maths: Working with Mathematical Skills 601/1178/1 20 2 

NCFE Level 1 Award in Maths: Working with Measurement 601/1167/7 20 2 

NCFE Level 1 Award in Maths: Working with Money 601/1169/0 10 1 

NCFE Level 1 Award in Maths: Working with Probability 601/1175/6 20 2 

NCFE Level 1 Award in Maths: Working with Statistics 601/1170/7 20 2 

NCFE Level 1 Award in Maths: Working with Whole Numbers 601/1164/1 30 3 

Key 

GLH 

Credits 


Qualification 

number 

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Maths 601/1091/0 170 17 

NCFE Level 2 Award in Maths: Handling Data 601/1181/1 40 4 

NCFE Level 2 Award in Maths: Using Measurement, Shape and Space 601/1179/3 40 4 

NCFE Level 2 Award in Maths: Using Number 601/1180/X 70 7 

NCFE Level 2 Award in Maths: Working with 2D and 3D Shapes and Space 601/1200/1 10 1 

NCFE Level 2 Award in Maths: Working with Algebra 601/1203/7 20 2 

NCFE Level 2 Award in Maths: Working with Decimals and Percentages 601/1192/6 20 2 

NCFE Level 2 Award in Maths: Working with Fractions 601/1183/5 20 2 

NCFE Level 2 Award in Maths: Working with Mathematical Skills 601/1204/9 20 2 

NCFE Level 2 Award in Maths: Working with Measurement 601/1193/8 30 3 

NCFE Level 2 Award in Maths: Working with Probability 601/1202/5 20 2 

NCFE Level 2 Award in Maths: Working with Statistics 601/1201/3 20 2 

NCFE Level 2 Award in Maths: Working with Whole Numbers 601/1182/3 30 3 

Key 

GLH 

Credits 


Themed Awards 



Themed Awards 




Level 1 Award in Mentoring 


Level 1: 501/1295/8 Level 2: 501/1298/3 


Entry Level Award in Exploring Occupational Studies for the Workplace (Entry 3) 

Entry Level Award in Occupational Studies for the Workplace (Entry 3) 

Entry Level Certificate in Occupational Studies for the Workplace (Entry 3) 

Entry Level Diploma in Occupational Studies for the Workplace (Entry 3) 

Award: 601/1073/9 Award: 601/1186/0 Certificate: 601/1185/9 Diploma: 601/1015/6 

47 


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Level 1: 501/1295/8 

Level 2: 501/1298/3 


Level 1: 60 

Level 2: 60 

Credit value: 



Level 1: 6 

Level 2: 6 

Level 1: £23 

Level 2: £25 

pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: Level 1: 31/08/2020 

Level 2: 31/08/2021 


These qualifications allow learners 

to gain a deeper understanding of 

the role of a mentor and develop 

the skills needed to become an 

effective mentor. The aims of 

the qualifications are to help 

learners to gain insight into the 

role and practice of mentorship, 

be clear about mentor/mentee 

relationships, ensure they follow 

good practice, develop the 

specific skills and understanding 

they’ll require in order to mentor, 

reflect on their own learning and 

work performance, understand 

the benefits of mentoring and 

understand legal and ethical 

mentoring requirements. 





one unit from Group A and both 

units from Group B. 




all 3 mandatory units. 


Units 


Optional 

Group A 

• Unit 01 Role of a mentor 

• Unit 02 Role of a mentor (Level 2) 

Mandatory 

Group B 

• Unit 03 Preparing for the role of a 

mentor 

• Unit 04 Demonstrating mentoring 

skills 


Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Role of a mentor 

• Unit 02 Preparing for the role of a 

mentor 

• Unit 03 Demonstrating mentoring 

skills and techniques 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



• Purpose Statement (Level 1 only) 

Suitability 







Award: 601/1073/9 

Award: 601/1186/0 


Diploma: 601/1015/6 


Award (Exploring 

Occupational Studies): 24-30 

Award: 40-60 


Diploma: 328-370 

Credit value: 


Occupational Studies): 3 

Award: 6 


Diploma: 37 



Occupational Studies): £21 

Award: £21 


Diploma: £87 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/01/2019 


These qualifications are intended 

to be accessible to a wide range of 

learners of all abilities. Learners can 

develop a more ‘hands on’ approach 

to their learning and gain practical 

skills, knowledge and understanding 

in their chosen vocational 

area(s). The skills, knowledge and 

understanding gained may help 

learners prepare for work through 

real or simulated work situations and 

may contribute to preparing them 

for working life beyond education. 


Entry Level 3 Award in Exploring 

Occupational Studies for the 

Workplace (Entry 3) 



a total of 3 credits. 

Entry Level 3 Award in 






Entry Level 3 Certificate in 






Entry Level 3 Diploma in 






Units 

There are optional units 

available covering the following 

occupational areas: 

• Land-based 

• Construction and Engineering 

• Motor-vehicle 

• Hospitality and Catering 

• Design, Media and Technology 

• Office and Business 

• Retail and Service Enterprise 

• Sport, Leisure and Tourism 

• Hairdressing and Beauty 

• Employability and Social 

Development 

For a full list of optional units 

please visit our qualification 

finder online at www.ncfe.org.uk 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



• Purpose Statement (except Award 

in Exploring Occupational Studies) 

Suitability 




• Progression to apprenticeship 




Level 1 Award in Exploring Occupational Studies for the Workplace 

Level 1 Award in Occupational Studies for the Workplace 

Level 1 Certificate in Occupational Studies for the Workplace 

Level 1 Diploma in Occupational Studies for the Workplace 

Award: 601/1086/7 Award: 601/1087/9 Certificate: 601/1088/0 Diploma: 601/1089/2 


Level 2 Award in Exploring Occupational Studies for the Workplace 

Level 2 Award in Occupational Studies for the Workplace 

Level 2 Certificate in Occupational Studies for the Workplace 

Level 2 Diploma in Occupational Studies for the Workplace 

Award: 601/1497/6 Award: 601/1424/1 Certificate: 601/1423/X Diploma: 601/1425/3 

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Award: 601/1086/7 

Award: 601/1087/9 


Diploma: 601/1089/2 




Award: 35-60 



Credit value: 



Award: 6 


Diploma: 37 




Award: £23 


Diploma: £90 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 



• Developing Time Management Skills 

• Functional Skills Qualification in 

Information and Communication 

Technology (ICT) at Entry Level 3 


These qualifications are intended 

to be accessible to a wide range of 





in their chosen vocational 

area(s). The skills, knowledge and 







Level 1 Award in Exploring 


Workplace 




Level 1 Award in Occupational 

Studies for the Workplace 




Level 1 Certificate in Occupational 





Level 1 Diploma in Occupational 





Units 

There are optional units 

available covering the following 

occupational areas: 











Development 




Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Purpose Statement (except Award 

in Exploring Occupational Studies) 

• Additional Assessment Guidance 

(Units 59, 60 and 63) 

Suitability 









Award: 601/1497/6 

Award: 601/1424/1 

Certificate: 601/1423/X 

Diploma: 601/1425/3 




Award: 42-60 



Credit value: 



Award: 6 


Diploma: 37 




Award: £25 


Diploma: £95 


pre-16 


31/12/2017 


end date: 

31/12/2019 


These qualifications are intended to 

be accessible to a wide range of 





in their chosen vocational area(s). 

The skills, knowledge and 







Level 2 Award in Exploring 


Workplace 




Level 2 Award in Occupational 





Level 2 Certificate in Occupational 





Level 2 Diploma in Occupational 





Units 

Optional 

There are optional units available 

covering the following occupational 

areas: 











Development 

For a full list of optional units, 



Assessment 




Mandatory 


Suitability 








Entry Level Award in Personal Achievement (Entry 3) 

600/1943/8 


Level 1 Award in Personal Achievement 

600/1947/5 

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pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 01/03/2017 


This qualification aims to develop 

learners’ ability to undertake a 

personal challenge and to work with 

their peer group to set and review 

this personal challenge. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Using a peer group to set, 

monitor and review a personal 

challenge 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• NCFE Entry Level Guidance Pack 

Suitability 












pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/03/2017 



learners’ ability to undertake a 

personal challenge and to work with 

their peer group to set and review 

this personal challenge. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Using a peer group to set, 

monitor and review a personal 

challenge within a team activity 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 







Entry Level Award in Personal and Social Development (Entry 3) 

Entry Level Certificate in Personal and Social Development (Entry 3) 

Award: 501/0261/8 Certificate: 501/0634/X 


Level 1 Award in Personal and Social Development 

Level 1 Certificate in Personal and Social Development 


53 


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Award: 501/0261/8 



Award: 70 


Credit value: 



Award: 7 


Award: £38 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 


These qualifications aim to 

recognise a range of skills for 

personal and social development, 

and support learners in developing 

their personal skills to complement 

learning in other areas, eg vocational 

learning or Functional Skills. 



optional units. 

Entry Level Award in Personal and 

Social Development (Entry 3) 



at least 4 optional units. 

Entry Level Certificate in Personal 

and Social Development (Entry 3) 




Units 

Optional 

• Unit 01 Community action 

• Unit 02 Developing self 

• Unit 03 Dealing with problems in 

daily life 

• Unit 04 Environmental awareness 

• Unit 05 Healthy living 

• Unit 06 Individual rights and 

responsibilities 

• Unit 07 Making the most of leisure 

time 

• Unit 08 Managing own money 

• Unit 09 Managing social 

relationships 

• Unit 10 Parenting awareness 

• Unit 11 Preparation for work 

• Unit 12 Working as part of a group 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Suitability 






Award: 501/0672/7 



Award: 70 


Credit value: 



Award: 7 


Award: £40 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 



recognise a range of skills for 

personal and social development, 

and support learners in developing 

their personal skills to complement 

learning in other areas, eg vocational 

learning or Functional Skills. 



13 optional units. 

Level 1 Award in Personal and 

Social Development 




Level 1 Certificate in Personal and 

Social Development 




Units 

Optional 

• Unit 01 Community action 



daily life 

• Unit 04 Environmental awareness 

• Unit 05 Healthy living 

• Unit 06 Individual rights and 


• Unit 07 Making the most of leisure 

time 


• Unit 08 Managing own money 

• Unit 09 Managing social 

relationships 

• Unit 10 Parenting awareness 

• Unit 11 Preparation for work 



Learners may also wish to complete 

any of the following units to gain 

extra credit, however these won’t 

count towards the overall credit 

value of the qualification: 




Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Materials 


(Certificate only) 


Suitability 



Learners may also wish to complete 

any of the following units to gain 

extra credit, however these won’t 

count towards the overall credit 

value of the qualification: 






Level 1 Award in Personal Effectiveness 

500/8781/2 


Entry Level Award in Solving Problems (Entry 1) 




55 


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Hours (GLH): 56-72 




pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2017 


This award aims to recognise a range 

of skills for personal effectiveness, 

and to encourage and support 

learners in developing their personal 

skills to complement learning in 

other areas, eg vocational learning 

or Functional Skills. 



mandatory unit and 9 optional units. 




successfully complete the 

one mandatory unit and at least 


Units 

Mandatory 


Optional 




• Unit 05 Presenting yourself for 

work 

• Unit 06 Developing personal skills 

for leadership 

• Unit 07 Learning with colleagues 

and other learners 

• Unit 08 Self-management skills 

(Level 1) 

• Unit 09 Self-management skills 

(Level 2) 


(Entry Level 3) 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 







Entry 1: 501/1164/4 

Entry 2: 501/1165/6 

Entry 3: 501/1166/8 


Entry 1: 40 

Entry 2: 20 

Entry 3: 20 

Credit value: 



Entry 1: 4 

Entry 2: 2 

Entry 3: 2 

Entry 1: £21 

Entry 2: £21 

Entry 3: £21 

pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2017 










(across all 3 levels) allow learners 

to identify a problem, implement a 

solution and review its effectiveness. 








Units 

Entry 1 

• Unit 01 Dealing with problems 

Entry 2 


daily life 

Entry 3 


daily life 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




(Entry 1 only) 

Suitability 






Level 1 Award in Sustainable Development 

500/8215/2 


Level 2 Award in Sustainable Development 

500/8206/1 

57 


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pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


This is an ideal qualification for 

raising learners’ awareness of 

sustainable development and will 

enable individuals to demonstrate 

this awareness through their actions 

in school, college or other learning 

provider(s), in the community and in 

the workplace, making them a more 

sustainable employee and citizen. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand the importance 

of sustainable development to the 

individual 

• Unit 02 Understand the 

importance of sustainable 

development to the workplace 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




• Sample Portfolio 

Suitability 











pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 



exploring the background to 

sustainable development and 

evaluating the importance of 

individual actions in sustainable 

development. It also allows learners 

to understand the importance of 

organisations’ actions in relation to 

sustainable development. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Explore and understand 

the principles and benefits of 

sustainable development 

• Unit 02 Plan, implement and 

evaluate sustainable development 

practices 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 





Suitability 







• Level 2 Award in Sustainable Development 

• Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally 

Related Achievement 

• Level 3 Award in Understanding the 

Principles and Practices of Assessment 



Level 1 Award in Volunteering 


Level 1: 600/4290/4 Level 2: 500/8837/3 


Level 2 Award in Achieving Excellence in a Vocational Skill 

600/8230/6 

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Level 1: 600/4290/4 

Level 2: 500/8837/3 






Level 1: £23 

Level 2: £25 

pre-16 


Level 1: 31/10/2016 

Level 2: 31/08/2016 


end date: 

Level 1: 31/10/2017 

Level 2: 31/08/2018 


These short introductory 

qualifications aim to provide learners 

with skills in volunteering that will 

be useful in any sector. They aim 

to enable learners to understand 

volunteering and voluntary 

organisations, working as a volunteer 

within an organisation, and finding 

out about becoming a volunteer. 













the one mandatory unit and one 

optional unit. 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


(Level 2 only) 





Suitability 












pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 28/02/2019 


This qualification is ideal for learners 

engaged in local or regional skills 

competitions, or engaged in initial 

work-related learning, perhaps 

through an apprenticeship or within 

a studio school. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Striving for excellence in 

vocational skill 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



• Unit Amplification 

Suitability 




Units 

Mandatory 

Level 1 

• Unit 01 Explore volunteering and 

the ways to become a volunteer 

• Unit 02 Personal standards and 

requirements for working in a 

volunteering role 

Level 2 

• Unit 01 Volunteering and voluntary 

organisations 

Optional 

Level 2 

• Unit 02 Working as a volunteer 

within a chosen organisation 

• Unit 03 Finding out about 

volunteering and becoming 

a volunteer 




Level 2 Certificate in Achieving Excellence in a Vocational Skill 

600/8231/8 



600/8189/2 

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pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 28/02/2019 


This qualification aims to extend 

the range of skills, attributes and 

behaviours within a wider context 

of work-related learning. This 

qualification will be particularly 

appropriate for learners in 

apprenticeships or Studio Schools 

who wish to demonstrate excellence 

in performance in this wider context. 






the 2 mandatory units and one 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Learning through work 

• Unit 02 Striving for excellence in a 

vocational skill 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Suitability 












Qualification 



end date: 28/02/2020 


This qualification is suitable 

for people taking part in skills 

competitions at national level, or in 

sector-based events. It’s also suitable 

for people in apprenticeships or in 

University Technical Colleges. 





learners are required to successfully 

complete 6 credits from one unit. 

Units 

Optional 


work-related setting 


skills competition 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Suitability 




Optional 

• Unit 03 Emotional intelligence in 

the work environment 

• Unit 04 Self-directed learning 






600/8188/0 



600/8187/9 

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Qualification 



end date: 28/02/2020 



the range of skills, attributes 

and behaviours within this wider 

context. This qualification will be 

appropriate for learners on longer 

Apprenticeships or engaged in 

substantial study in a University 

Technical College. 



learners are required to achieve 18 

credits in total, a minimum of 12 at 

Level 3. Learners must successfully 

complete 6 credits from the 

mandatory Group A units, 6 credits 

from the mandatory Group B unit, 

3 credits from the mandatory 

Group C units and 3 credits from the 

mandatory Group D units. 

Units 

Mandatory 

Group A 





Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Suitability 












Qualification 



end date: 28/02/2020 



the range of skills, attributes 

and behaviours within this wider 

context. This qualification will be 

appropriate for learners on longer 

apprenticeships or engaged in 

substantial study in a University 

Technical College. 






9 credits from one unit. 

Units 

Optional 





Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 




Group B 


Group C 


the work environment (Level 2) 



Group D 


(Level 2) 


(Level 3) 





600/8184/3 


Entry Level Award in Working Together (Entry 1) 




65 


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Qualification 



end date: 28/02/2020 


This qualification is aimed at those 

people engaged in national or 

international skills competition who 

wish to extend recognition of their 

skills, attributes and behaviours into 

their work-related learning. It will 

also be appropriate for learners on 

Higher Level apprenticeships, or 

undertaking substantial study in a 

University Technical College. 




21 credits in total, a minimum 

of 15 at Level 4. Learners must 

successfully complete 9 credits from 

the mandatory Group A units, 3 

credits from the mandatory Group 

B unit, 6 credits from the mandatory 

Group C units and 3 credits from the 

mandatory Group D units. 

Units 

Mandatory 

Group A 





Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 







Entry 1: 501/1167/X 

Entry 2: 501/1168/1 

Entry 3: 501/1169/3 


Entry 1: 40 

Entry 2: 20 

Entry 3: 20 

Credit value: 



Entry 1: 4 

Entry 2: 2 

Entry 3: 2 

Entry 1: £21 

Entry 2: £21 

Entry 3: £21 

pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2017 










(across all 3 levels) allow learners 

to identify a problem, implement a 

solution and review its effectiveness. 








Units 

Entry 1 

• Unit 01 Getting on with other people 

Entry 2 


Entry 3 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



(Entry 1 and 2 only) 

• Entry Level 1 Learner Transcript - 

Completed (Entry 1 and 2 only) 


Group B 


Group C 


(Level 3) 


(Level 4) 

Group D 







Entry Level Functional Skills Qualifications in English (Entry 1) 



Entry 1: 600/1067/8 Entry 2: 600/1352/7 Entry 3: 600/1510/X 


Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in English 

501/1660/5 

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Entry 1: 600/1067/8 

Entry 2: 600/1352/7 

Entry 3: 600/1510/X 



Fee per learner: £15.50 


Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


Functional Skills are practical skills 

developed by the regulators that 

allow individuals to work confidently, 

effectively and independently, 

and help learners improve their 

performance in a variety of contexts. 

These qualifications develop and 

assess functional English at Entry 

Levels 1, 2 and 3 as set out by the Entry 

Level Functional Skills standards. 

These qualifications encourage 

learners to demonstrate their 

speaking, listening and 

communication, reading and 

writing skills, and give them the 

opportunity to develop and transfer 

these skills to their own situation. 

Components 

Mandatory components 

• Component 01 Speaking, Listening 

and Communication 

• Component 02 Reading 

• Component 03 Writing 

Assessment 

These qualifications are assessed 

through a summative, controlled 

assessment for each component. 

Assessment tasks are set by NCFE. 

Evidence created during 

assessments is internally assessed 

and moderated, then externally 

moderated by NCFE. 


Mandatory 


• Assessment Materials at Entry 

Level 1, 2 or 3 

• Regulations for the Conduct 

of Controlled Assessments 

(Functional Skills) 

Optional 

• Functional Skills Criteria for English 



Skills resources 

• Functional Skills Amplification 

Guides 


• Access to ForSkills’ initial 

assessment, online diagnostics tool 

and e-portfolio system 

• NCFE Instructions and Guidance – 

Internal Controlled Assessments 

• Tribal GoLearn Online Materials 

Suitability 










Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 








This qualification develops and 

assesses functional English at Level 

1 as set out by the Level 1 Functional 

Skills standards. 

This qualification encourages 

learners to demonstrate 

their speaking, listening and 


writing skills, and gives them the 



Components 






Assessment 

The speaking, listening and 

communication component is 

assessed through internal assessment 

and external moderation. The tasks 

used are set and provided by NCFE. 

The reading and writing components 

are assessed through task-based 

external assessments, which are set 

and marked by NCFE. 


Mandatory 


• Speaking, Listening and 

Communication Assessment 

Materials 

• Regulations for the Conduct of 

External Assessment 

Optional 





and eportfolio system 




Guides 




Suitability 


• Apprenticeships 




® 

® 



Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in English 

600/0140/9 


Entry Levels 1, 2 and 3 Functional Skills Qualification in Information and 

Communication Technology (ICT) 


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Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 









assesses functional English at Level 

2 as set out by the Level 2 Functional 



learners to demonstrate 

their speaking, listening and 


writing skills, and gives them the 



Components 






Assessment 

The speaking, listening and 

communication component is 

assessed through internal assessment 

and external moderation. The tasks 

used are set and provided by NCFE. 

The reading and writing components 

are assessed through task-based 

external assessments, which are set 

and marked by NCFE. 


Mandatory 


• Speaking, Listening and 

Communication Assessment 

Materials 


External Assessment 

Optional 



• 1/3 off all Oxford University Press 

Functional Skills resources 


Guides 





Suitability 






Entry 1: 600/1780/6 

Entry 2: 600/1353/9 

Entry 3: 600/1148/8 





Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 









assess functional ICT at Entry Levels 

1, 2 and 3 as set out by the Entry 

Level Functional Skills standards. 



skills in using ICT systems, finding 

and selecting information and 

developing, presenting and 

communicating information. These 

qualifications also give them the 



Components 


• Component 01 Information and 

Communication Technology 

Assessment 



assessment. Assessment tasks are set 

by NCFE. 

Evidence created during assessments 

is internally assessed and moderated, 

then externally moderated by NCFE. 


Mandatory 







Optional 










Guides 

• Functional Skills Criteria for ICT 


Suitability 





® 

® 



Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in Information and Communication 

Technology (ICT) 

600/0030/2 


Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in 

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) 

600/0139/2 

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Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 









assesses functional ICT at Level 1 

as set out by the Level 1 Functional 







communicating information. This 

qualification also gives them the 



Components 





Mandatory 


• Regulations for the conduct of 

controlled assessments (Functional 

Skills) 

Optional 








Guides 


Suitability 


• Apprenticeship 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 









assesses functional ICT at Level 2 

as set out by the Level 2 Functional 







communicating information. This 

qualification also gives them the 



Components 





Mandatory 


• Regulations for the conduct of 

controlled assessments (Functional 

Skills) 

Optional 








Guides 


Suitability 



Assessment 

This qualification is assessed through a 

task-based external assessment, which 

is set and marked by NCFE. 

Assessment 

This qualification is assessed through a 

task-based external assessment, which 

is set and marked by NCFE. 



® 

® 



Entry Levels 1, 2 and 3 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics 



Level 1 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics 

501/2325/7 

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Entry 1: 600/0793/X 

Entry 2: 600/1218/3 

Entry 3: 600/1219/5 





Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 









assess functional mathematics at 

Entry Levels 1, 2 and 3 as set out by 

the Entry Level Functional Skills 

standards. 


learners to demonstrate their skills 

in representing, analysing and 

interpreting, in a range of contexts 

and for various purposes. These 

qualifications also give them the 



Components 


• Component 01 Mathematics 

Assessment 



assessment. Assessment tasks are 

set by NCFE. 


Mandatory 







Optional 

• Functional Skills Criteria for 

mathematics 





• Functional Skills Amplification Guides 







Suitability 










Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 









assesses functional mathematics 

at Level 1 as set out by the Level 1 

Functional Skills standards. 



representing, analysing and 

interpreting skills, and gives them the 



Components 



Assessment 

This qualification is assessed 

through a task-based external 

assessment, which is set and marked 

by NCFE. 


Mandatory 



Controlled Assessments 


Optional 

• Functional Skills Criteria for 

mathematics 








Guides 


Suitability 



Evidence created during assessments 

is internally assessed and moderated, 

then externally moderated by NCFE. 



® 

® 



Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics 

501/2324/5 


Entry Level Award in Investigating Enterprise Skills (Entry 3) 

Entry Level Award in Developing Enterprise Skills (Entry 3) 

Investigating: 601/4147/5 Developing: 601/4148/7 

75 


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Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 









assesses functional mathematics 

at Level 2 as set out by the Level 

2 Functional Skills standards. The 

qualification encourages learners 

to demonstrate their representing, 

analysing and interpreting skills. 

This qualification also gives them the 



Components 



Assessment 

This qualification is assessed 

through a task-based external 

assessment, which is set and marked 

by NCFE. 


Mandatory 



Controlled Assessments 


Optional 








Guides 


• Functional Skills criteria for 

Mathematics 

Suitability 






Investigating: 601/4147/5 

Developing: 601/4148/7 


Hours (GLH): 

Investigating: 20 

Developing: 45 

Credit value: 


Developing: 6 


Investigating: £21 

Developing: £21 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/07/2020 



help learners to investigate the 

skills, qualities and attitudes of 

enterprising individuals. They 

help learners to identify their 

own enterprising skills, qualities 

and attitudes and allow learners 

to use them by taking part in an 

enterprising activity. 


To be awarded the Entry Level 

Award in Investigating Enterprise 

Skills (Entry 3), learners are 

required to successfully complete 

one mandatory unit. 

• Unit 01 Introduction to enterprise 

skills 

To be awarded the Entry Level 

Award in Developing Enterprise 

Skills (Entry 3), learners are 

required to successfully complete 


• Unit 01 Understand enterprise skills 

• Unit 02 Demonstrate enterprise skills 

Units 

These qualifications share a 

common unit: 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to enterprise 

skills 

Entry Level Award in Developing 

Enterprise Skills (Entry 3) has the 

following additional mandatory unit 

• Unit 02 Participate in an enterprise 

activity 

Assessment 


moderated portfolio 


Mandatory 


Optional 


• Purpose Statement (Developing 

only) 


® 



Level 1 Award in Investigating Enterprise Skills 

Level 1 Award in Developing Enterprise Skills 

Investigating: 601/4145/1 Developing: 601/4143/8 


Level 2 Award in Investigating Enterprise Skills 

Level 2 Certificate in Developing Enterprise Skills 

Investigating: 601/4144/X Developing: 601/4146/3 

77 


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Investigating: 601/4145/1 

Developing: 601/4143/8 


Hours (GLH): 


Developing: 75 

Credit value: 


Developing: 9 


Investigating: £23 

Developing: £40 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/07/2020 


These qualifications aim to help 

learners investigate the skills and 

characteristics of enterprising 

individuals. It also helps learners to 

perform a personal skills audit on 

the enterprise skills they use in their 

everyday life and help learners to 

identify areas of personal 

development. 


To be awarded the Level 1 Award 

in Investigating Enterprise Skills, 


complete one mandatory unit. 



in Developing Enterprise Skills, 


complete 2 mandatory units. 


• Unit 02 Demonstrate enterprise skills 

Units 


common unit: 

Mandatory 


Level 1 Award in Developing 

Enterprise Skills has the following 

additional mandatory unit: 

• Unit 02 Demonstrate enterprise 

skills 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



only) 




Award: 601/4144/X 



Hours (GLH): 

Award: 40 


Credit value: 



Award: 4 


Award: £25 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/07/2021 



learners develop an awareness of 

their own enterprise skills and those 

of others in order to progress to 

higher level learning and 

employment. They also help learners 

to evaluate their own skills, identify 

areas for improvement and create a 

plan for development. 



in Investigating Enterprise Skills, 


complete one mandatory unit. 

• Unit 01 Exploring enterprise skills 

To be awarded the Level 2 Certificate 

in Developing Enterprise Skills, 


complete 3 mandatory units. 


• Unit 02 Plan and carry out an 

enterprise project 

• Unit 03 Evaluate enterprise project 

and skills 

Units 


common unit: 

Mandatory 


Level 2 Certificate in Developing 

Enterprise Skills has the following 

additional mandatory units: 

• Unit 02 Plan and carry out an 

enterprise project 

• Unit 03 Evaluate enterprise project 

and skills 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



only) 



Level 1 Award in Interpersonal Skills 

601/6333/1 


Level 1 Award in Managing Your Money 

601/3558/X 

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pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


This qualification aims to introduce 

interpersonal skills for use in work 

or personal relationships and raise 

awareness of how interpersonal 

skills are used and how they can 

enhance relationships. It will also 

give an understanding of the ethical 

use of interpersonal skills, increase 

self-awareness and aid personal 

development. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understanding the use of 

interpersonal skills 

• Unit 02 Demonstrating 


• Unit 03 Understanding 

assertiveness and self-esteem 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Suitability 







Aim Reference: 601/3558/X 






pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 30/04/2020 



learners’ awareness of financial 

products and services such as 

savings accounts and loans. It will 

increase the learner’s knowledge of 

saving and borrowing money. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand personal 

finance 

• Unit 02 Making the most of 

personal finances 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 





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Contents 

Title 


Number 

Level 1 Award in Alcohol Awareness 601/3184/6 83 

Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions 601/4306/X 84 

Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills 600/0728/X 85 

Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills 600/0727/8 86 

Level 3 Award in Counselling Skills and Theory 500/6328/5 87 

Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia 501/0116/X 88 

Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care 600/6355/5 89 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes 600/9311/0 90 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult Health and Social Care 601/3119/6 91 

Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care 601/3818/X 92 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding End of Life Care 600/9523/4 93 

Level 2 Award in Employment Responsibilities and Rights in Health, Social Care or Children 

and Young People’s Settings 

600/0061/2 94 

Level 3 Award in Health and Safety for the Workplace 601/5876/1 95 

Level 1 Award in Health and Safety Awareness 600/5207/7 96 

Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England 501/2318/X 97 

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England 501/2263/0 98 

Level 2 Award in Helping Skills 500/6327/3 99 

Level 1 Award in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s Settings 600/1303/5 100 

Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children’s and Young People’s 

Settings 

600/1302/3 101 

Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance 601/4321/6 102 

Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health 

Care Settings 

600/9312/2 103 

Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities 601/1687/0 104 

Level 3 Award in the Awareness of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 601/3621/2 105 

Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness 501/0253/9 106 

Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness 600/6134/0 107 

Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems 601/3438/0 108 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working with People with Mental Health Needs 601/3434/3 109 



Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health 601/3389/2 112 

Level 2 Certificate in Nutrition and Health 600/9966/5 113 

Level 2 Award in Occupational Health and Safety 600/0074/0 114 

Level 1 Award in Personal Safety Awareness 600/6380/4 115 

Level 2 Award in the Prevention and Control of Infection 500/4296/8 116 

Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care 600/1301/1 117 



Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care 501/0117/1 120 

Level 1 Award in Sexual Health Awareness 501/0254/0 121 

Level 1 Award in Stress Awareness 600/5976/X 122 

Level 2 Award in Stroke Awareness 600/4762/8 123 

Level 3 Certificate in Stroke Care Management 600/4763/X 124 

Level 1 Award in Substance Misuse Awareness 501/0255/2 125 

Level 2 Award in Substance Misuse 501/0115/8 126 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medicines 501/0037/3 127 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in Health and Social Care 601/3404/5 128 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in Mental Health 600/6133/9 129 

HEALTH, PUBLIC 

SERVICES & CARE 

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83 

Contents 

Level 1 Award in Alcohol Awareness 

601/3184/6 

Title 


Number 




Level 1 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services 601/2457/X 133 



Level 1 Certificate in Well-Being 601/4182/7 136 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in the Health Sector 601/4128/1 137 

Level 2 Certificate for Working in the Health Sector 500/6103/3 138 

Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young People’s Workforce 601/3510/4 139 

Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce 601/4149/9 140 

Level 1 Award in Safeguarding in a Learning Environment 600/5515/7 141 

Level 1 Award in Working with Children 501/0417/2 142 

NEW Level 1 Award in Introduction to Health and Safety for the Workplace 601/5652/1 143 

NEW Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism 601/6330/6 144 

NEW Level 1 Award in Introduction to Fire Safety for the Workplace 601/5650/8 145 

NEW Level 2 Award in Principles of Fire Safety for the Workplace 601/5651/X 146 

NEW Level 2 Award in Principles of Health and Safety for the Workplace 601/5653/3 147 

NEW Level 2 Award in Principles of Risk Assessment for the Workplace 601/5655/7 148 

NEW Level 2 Award in Principles and Practice of Safe Manual Handling for the Workplace 601/5654/5 149 

NEW Level 3 Diploma for the Children’s Workforce (Early Years Educator) 601/5436/6 150 

NEW Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) 601/5368/4 151 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 


This qualification provides an 

introduction to some of the issues 

surrounding alcohol use. Raising 

awareness of these issues will help give 

people the basic knowledge needed 

to support their lifestyle and wellbeing 

and promote healthy choices. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to alcohol 

awareness for the individual 

Assessment 


moderated mandatory workbook. 


Mandatory 


• Candidate Workbook 

Optional 

• Assessor Guide 

• Suggested Scheme of Work 

• Suggested Tutor Support Materials 




Suitability 



• 14-16 




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85 

Level 2 Certificate in Common Health Conditions 

601/4306/X 

Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills 

600/0728/X 





Hours (GLH): 121-148 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 



learners’ knowledge and 

understanding of various common 

health conditions and their effects 

on individuals. 






the one mandatory unit and a minimum 

of 13 credits from the optional units. 

Units 

Mandatory 


contribute to monitoring the 

health of individuals affected by 

health conditions 

Optional 

• Unit 02 Understand cardiovascular 

disease 

• Unit 03 Understand respiratory 

disease 

• Unit 04 Introductory awareness of 

sensory loss 

• Unit 05 Stroke awareness 

• Unit 06 Diabetes awareness 

• Unit 07 Arthritis awareness 

• Unit 08 Dementia awareness 

• Unit 09 Understand the impact of 

acquired brain injury on individuals 

• Unit 10 Understanding mental health 

• Unit 11 Understand the context 

of supporting individuals with 

learning disabilities 

• Unit 12 Understand physical disability 

• Unit 13 Parkinson’s disease awareness 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Materials 



Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2017 


This qualification gives learners 

the opportunity to investigate the 

knowledge and skills needed to 

use counselling skills and engage in 

helping interaction appropriately. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Using counselling skills 

• Unit 02 Introduction to counselling 

skills theories 

• Unit 03 Diversity and ethics in the 

use of counselling skills 

• Unit 04 Counselling skills and 

personal development 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Occupational Competence 

Guidelines 

• Guidance for Developing 

Assessment 


Suitability 










87 

Level 3 Diploma in Counselling Skills 

600/0727/8 

Level 3 Award in Counselling Skills and Theory 

500/6328/5 









Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 


Learners will gain an understanding 

of a range of counselling skills and 

have the opportunity to examine 

some of the various schools of 

thought/theoretical models 

associated with them. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Developing counselling 

skills 

• Unit 02 Theoretical approaches in 

the use of counselling skills 

• Unit 03 Working ethically with 

counselling skills 


diversity 



Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Guidelines 

• Guidance for Developing 

Assessment 


Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 


This qualification will introduce 

learners to the use of counselling 

skills in everyday life and work, 

and some of the approaches that 

underpin the use of these skills. 






the 4 mandatory units and the 

externally set assignment. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Developing and practising 


• Unit 02 Understanding different 

approaches to the use of 


• Unit 03 Working ethically in 

helping relationships 

• Unit 04 Understanding the 

importance of self development in 

relation to helping others 

Assessment 


moderated portfolio plus an 

assignment set and marked by NCFE. 


Mandatory 


Optional 


• External Assessment General 

Feedback 

• Sample External Assessment Paper 

and Mark Scheme 

• Counselling Occupational 

Competence 

Suitability 








89 

Level 2 Award in Awareness of Dementia 

501/0116/X 

Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Dementia Care 

600/6355/5 









Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 


This qualification assesses learners’ 

knowledge and understanding of 

practices in the care of individuals 

with dementia. This qualification 

doesn’t infer competence in a work 

role but can be used to prepare for 

employment and as professional 

development for those who wish to 

gain knowledge in this specialist area 

of practice. 







Units 

Mandatory 


• Unit 02 The person-centred 

approach to the care and support 

of individuals with dementia 

• Unit 03 Understand equality, 

diversity and inclusion in 

dementia care 

• Unit 04 Understand the factors 

that can influence communication 

and interaction with individuals 

who have dementia 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 


This qualification aims to assist 

learners in developing their 


the principles of caring for those 

with dementia. It covers areas 

such as person-centred care, the 

influence of positive communication 

methods, issues relating to the 

use of medication for those with 

dementia and the importance of 

providing appropriate activities. 

The qualification doesn’t infer 

competence in a work role, but can 

be used to support the underpinning 

knowledge and understanding 

needed for those working in or 

towards a dementia care role. 







Units 

Mandatory 


• Unit 02 The person-centred 

approach to the care and support 

of individuals with dementia 

• Unit 03 Understand the factors 

that can influence communication 

and interaction with individuals 

who have dementia 

• Unit 04 Understand equality, diversity 

and inclusion in dementia care 


administration of medication to 

individuals with dementia using a 

person-centred approach 

• Unit 06 Understand behaviour in 

the context of dementia 

• Unit 07 Understand the benefits of 

engaging in activities in social care 

Assessment 


moderated mandatory portfolio. 


Mandatory 


• Assessment Principles 

Optional 



Materials 





• vision2learn Learning Materials 

Suitability 









• Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of 

End of Life Care 




91 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Care and Management of Diabetes 

600/9311/0 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Dignity and Safeguarding in Adult 

Health and Social Care 

601/3119/6 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


This qualification is designed for a 

wide range of learners who wish to 

gain an understanding of the care 

and management of diabetes, and is 

ideal for those working or intending 

to work in healthcare or social care. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand diabetes 

• Unit 02 Prevention and early 

intervention of type 2 diabetes 

• Unit 03 Understand the initial care 

of diabetes 

• Unit 04 Understand the treatment 

and management of diabetes 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Materials 




Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 


This qualification aims to give learners 

knowledge and understanding of the 

key principles of dignity, duty of care 

and safeguarding as applied to adult 

health and social care. Learners will 

investigate the principles and how 

they are applied in everyday work 

contexts. They’ll also have an 

opportunity to examine the dilemmas 

that can arise and the consequences 

when these principles aren’t upheld. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand safeguarding in 

adult health and social care 

• Unit 02 Principles of dignity in adult 

health and social care practice 

• Unit 03 Understand duty of care in 


• Unit 04 Understand dilemmas and 

public concerns in adult health and 

social care 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Materials 



• vision2learn for colleges Learning 

Materials 



Suitability 










93 

Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care 

601/3818/X 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding End of Life Care 

600/9523/4 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


This qualification aims to 

develop learners’ knowledge and 

understanding of the principles of 

working in end of life care. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand how to work in 

end of life care 

• Unit 02 Care planning in end of life 

care 

• Unit 03 Understand how to provide 

support to manage pain and 

discomfort 

• Unit 04 End of life care and dementia 

• Unit 05 Understanding the role of 

the care worker in time of death 

• Unit 06 Understand loss and grief 

in end of life care 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



wide range of learners who wish 

to gain an understanding of end of 

life care. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand how to work in 

end of life care 

• Unit 02 Understand how to provide 

support to manage pain and 

discomfort 

• Unit 03 End of life care and 

dementia 


the care worker in time of death 

• Unit 05 Understand loss and grief 

in end of life care 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Materials 





Suitability 










95 

Level 2 Award in Employment Responsibilities and Rights in Health, 

Social Care or Children and Young People’s Settings 

600/0061/2 

Level 3 Award in Health and Safety for the Workplace 

601/5876/1 









Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 


This qualification provides the 

knowledge to equip learners with an 

understanding of the health, social 

care and children and young people’s 

sector and their role within it. It 

covers statutory responsibilities and 

rights of employees and employers, 

awareness of own occupational 

role and how it fits within the 

sector, agreed ways of working 

with employers, career pathways, 

issues of public concern and how 

these may influence changes in the 

sector. For learners completing 

an apprenticeship, the unit covers 

the Employment Rights and 

Responsibilities (ERR) requirement 

addressing all 9 targets through a 

contextualised approach. 







Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




Materials 

Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/01/2022 



those in a supervisory position or 

with responsibility for the health 

and safety of others. 

Learners will gain a wide knowledge 

of health and safety law, the benefits 

of using a safety management 

system, the principles of risk 

assessment and how to implement 

effective and necessary controls. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Health and safety in the 

workplace 

Assessment 

Multiple-choice external 

assessment. 


Mandatory 


Optional 


• Features and Benefits Summary 

Suitability 


• Enrichment 

• Progression to Apprenticeship 




Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand employment 

responsibilities and rights in health, 

social care or children and young 

people’s settings 






97 

Level 1 Award in Health and Safety Awareness 

600/5207/7 

Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England 

501/2318/X 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 



learners to the basic principles of 

health and safety, including hazards 

and risks within the workplace. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to health and 

safety awareness in the workplace 


Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 



Materials 

Suitability 



• Foundation Learning programme 

• 14-16 






Hours (GLH): 319-396 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 


This qualification aims to guide 

and assess the development of 

knowledge and skills relating to the 

health and social care workforce. This 

qualification confirms competence 

in these areas for roles such as: 

care assistants/support workers/ 

key workers in residential settings, 

domiciliary services, day services; 

healthcare assistants/support 

workers in community care, primary 

care, and acute health environments; 

support workers in supported living 

projects; community-based care 

assistants/support workers/key 

workers, including those working in 

specialist areas eg dementia, learning 

disabilities; personal assistants 

employed directly by the individual 

they support or their families; 

emerging new types of workers and 

multidisciplinary health roles crossing 

traditional service barriers and 

delivery models. 






the 9 mandatory units and a number 

of optional units. Learners can 

achieve either a generic health and 

social care diploma or an endorsed 

pathway: (Dementia) or (Adults with 

Learning Disabilities). 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to 

communication in health, social 

care or children’s and young 


• Unit 02 Introduction to personal 

development in health, social 



• Unit 03 Introduction to equality 

and inclusion in health, social 



• Unit 04 Introduction to duty of care 

in health, social care or children’s 

and young people’s settings 

• Unit 05 Principles of safeguarding and 

protection in health and social care 

• Unit 06 The role of the health and 

social care worker 

• Unit 07 Implement person-centred 

approaches in health and social care 

• Unit 08 Contribute to health and 

safety in health and social care 

• Unit 09 Handle information in 

health and social care settings 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 

• Evidence Tracking Sheet 



• Oxford University Press Materials 


Suitability 









99 

Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care (Adults) for England 

501/2263/0 

Level 2 Award in Helping Skills 

500/6327/3 





Hours (GLH): 315-447 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 


The aim of this qualification is to 

guide and assess the development 

of knowledge and skills relating to 

the health and social care workforce. 

It confirms competence in these 

areas for roles such as: senior care 

assistants/support workers/key 

workers in residential settings, 

domiciliary services, day services; 

senior healthcare assistants/support 

workers in community care, primary 

care, and acute health environments; 

senior support workers in supported 

living projects; community-based 

senior care assistants/support 

workers/key workers, including 

those working in specialist areas 

eg dementia, learning disabilities; 

personal assistants employed directly 

by the individual they support or 

their families; emerging new types of 

workers and multidisciplinary health 

roles crossing traditional service 

barriers and delivery models. 



mandatory units and 103 optional 

units. 

• Unit 03 Promote equality and 

inclusion in health, social care or 

children’s and young people’s 

settings 

• Unit 04 Principles for 

implementing duty of care in 

health, social care or children’s 


• Unit 05 Principles of safeguarding 

and protection in health and social 

care 

• Unit 06 The role of the health and 


• Unit 07 Promote person-centred 

approaches in health and social care 

• Unit 08 Promote and implement 

health and safety in health and 

social care 

• Unit 09 Promote good practice in 

handling information in health and 

social care settings 




Assessment 











Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2017 


This qualification gives learners the 

opportunity to understand the skills 

needed to communicate effectively 

and to engage in a one-to-one 

helping relationship appropriately. 

This could be in areas such as 

workplace mentoring or advice and 

guidance support through the use of 

counselling skills. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Developing self awareness 

for the helping relationship 

• Unit 02 Developing listening and 

communication skills for helping 

relationships 

• Unit 03 Managing the helping 

relationship 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Guidelines 

Suitability 








the 9 mandatory units and a number 

of optional units. Learners can 

achieve either a generic health and 

social care diploma or an endorsed 

pathway: (Dementia) or (Adults with 

Learning Disabilities). 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Promote communication in 

health, social care or children’s and 

young people’s settings 

• Unit 02 Engage in personal 

development in health, social care 

or children’s and young people’s 

settings 


Mandatory 



Optional 





Suitability 





• Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills 

• Level 3 Award in Counselling Skills 

and Theory 





101 

Level 1 Award in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children’s and 

Young People’s Settings 

600/1303/5 

Level 1 Certificate in Introduction to Health, Social Care and Children’s and 

Young People’s Settings 

600/1302/3 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/03/2017 



the learner’s knowledge of health, 

social care and children’s and young 

people’s settings and to develop 

the learner’s understanding of the 

similarities and differences between 

these settings. 






the 2 mandatory units and a minimum 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand the range of 

service provision and roles within 

health and social care (adults and 

children and young people), early 

years and childcare 


and values in health and social care 

(adults and children and young 

people), early years and childcare 

Optional 

• Unit 03 Awareness of protection 

and safeguarding in health and 

social care (adults and children 

and young people), early years and 

childcare 


communication in health and 

social care (adults and children 

and young people), early years and 

childcare 

• Unit 05 Introductory awareness 

of equality and inclusion in health, 

social care and children’s and 



health and safety in health, social 

care and children’s and young 



person-centred support in health, 




of working with others in health, 




the importance of healthy eating 

and drinking for adults 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




• Functional Skills Mapping 


Guidelines 


Suitability 




• 14-16 





Hours (GLH): 212-234 




pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/03/2017 



the learners’ knowledge of health, 

social care and children’s and young 

people’s settings and also develop 

the learners’ understanding of the 

similarities and differences between 

the settings. 




units. 



the 7 mandatory units and achieve 

a minimum of 5 credits from the 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand the range of 

service provision and roles within 

health and social care (adults and 

children and young people), early 

years and childcare 


and values in health and social care 

(adults and children and young 



of equality and inclusion in health, 



• Unit 04 Awareness of protection and 

safeguarding in health and social 

care (adults and children and young 



health and safety in health, social 

care and children’s and young 



communication in health and social 

care (adults and children and young 



person-centred support in health, 






Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 





Guidelines 


Suitability 




• 14-16 








103 

Level 2 Certificate in Information, Advice or Guidance 

601/4321/6 

Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of 

Infection in Health Care Settings 

600/9312/2 





Hours (GLH): 114-120 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 




understanding of the key principles 

of information, advice or guidance 

and applying these within their 

own context. 






the 2 mandatory units and a minimum 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Information, advice or 

guidance in practice 

• Unit 02 Developing interaction 

skills for information, advice 

or guidance 

Optional 

• Unit 03 Signposting and referral in 

information, advice or guidance 


guidance – context 

• Unit 05 Skills for advice providers 

• Unit 06 Benefits advice work – 

practice 

• Unit 07 Managing information 

• Unit 08 Specialist advice work in 

practice – housing 


practice – debt 


practice – employment 


practice – refugee, immigrant or 

asylum seeker 


guidance in schools and colleges 


guidance work with groups 

• Unit 14 Operating within networks 

to support information, advice or 

guidance 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Materials 



Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



those who are currently working, or 

would like to work, within the health 

and social care sector, and provides 

knowledge that may be applied to a 

wide range of job roles within health 

and social care settings. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Principles of the causes and 

spread of infection in health care 

settings 

• Unit 02 Principles of the 

importance of personal hygiene 

and health in the prevention and 

control of infection in health care 

settings 

• Unit 03 Principles of decontamination, 

cleaning and waste management in 

health care settings 

• Unit 04 Principles of infection 

prevention and control in a health 

care setting 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Materials 






Suitability 










105 

Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning 

Disabilities 

601/1687/0 

Level 3 Award in the Awareness of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 

601/3621/2 









Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 


This qualification aims to give 

learners the knowledge and 

understanding to work with 

individuals with learning disabilities 

or difficulties. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand the context 

of supporting individuals with 

learning disabilities 

• Unit 02 Principles of safeguarding 

and protection in health and social 

care 


personalisation in social care 

• Unit 04 Principles of positive 

risk taking for individuals with 

disabilities 


autistic spectrum conditions 

• Unit 06 Principles of supporting 

individuals with a learning disability 

to access healthcare 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 


Materials 




Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



learners with an understanding of 

the Mental Capacity Act 2005. 

Learners will gain an understanding 

of the importance of complying 

with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 

Code of Practice when working with 

individuals who lack capacity and 

the knowledge to apply this in their 

work role. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Awareness of the Mental 

Capacity Act 2005 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 


Materials 

Suitability 









• Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health 

Awareness 




107 

Level 1 Award in Mental Health Awareness 

501/0253/9 

Level 2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness 

600/6134/0 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


This qualification aims to raise 

awareness of the issues surrounding 

mental health, dispel some of the 

myths and misconceptions frequently 

linked to mental health issues, and 

develop awareness of the rights of 

those with mental health issues. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Develop an awareness of 

mental health 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 



Suitability 




• 14-16 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 



awareness of mental health and 

the wide range of mental health 

conditions. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understanding mental 

health 

• Unit 02 Understanding stress 

• Unit 03 Understanding anxiety 

• Unit 04 Understanding phobias 

• Unit 05 Understanding depression 

• Unit 06 Understanding post-natal 

depression 

• Unit 07 Understanding bipolar 

disorder 


schizophrenia 

• Unit 09 Understanding dementia 

• Unit 10 Understanding eating 

disorders 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Materials 












109 

Level 2 Certificate in Awareness of Mental Health Problems 

601/3438/0 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working with 

People with Mental Health Needs 

601/3434/3 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 


The qualification aims to raise 

awareness of mental health and a 

range of mental health problems. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understanding mental 

health 

• Unit 02 Understanding stress 

• Unit 03 Understanding anxiety 

• Unit 04 Understanding phobias 

• Unit 05 Understanding depression 

• Unit 06 Understanding postnatal 

depression 

• Unit 07 Understanding bipolar 

disorder 


schizophrenia 

• Unit 09 Understanding dementia 


disorders 

• Unit 11 Understanding attention 

deficit hyperactivity disorder 

(ADHD) 

• Unit 12 Understanding obsessive 

compulsive disorder (OCD) 

• Unit 13 Understanding post-traumatic 

stress disorder (PTSD) 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 






Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



awareness of the role of the mental 

health worker and the processes and 

approaches involved in the care and 

support of those who experience 

mental ill-health. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand the role of the 

mental health worker 

• Unit 02 Mental health and mental 

health issues 

• Unit 03 Understand duty of care in 


• Unit 04 Approaches to care and 

management in mental health 

• Unit 05 Understanding change and 

support in relation to mental health 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 










111 

Level 1 Award in Nutrition and Health 

600/5142/5 

Level 2 Award in Nutrition and Health 

501/0038/5 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/01/2017 



learners’ understanding of the 

importance of eating healthily and 

maintaining hydration. It will develop 

learners’ understanding of food 

choices to aid planning a healthy diet. 

It will also increase understanding of 

eating disorders, the connections 

between food and feelings and ways 

to seek help and support. 







Units 

Mandatory 




• Unit 02 Planning healthy diets 


disorders 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 



Materials 

• Free NCFE Materials 

Suitability 




• 14-16 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 


This qualification is intended for 

learners who are interested in 

improving their understanding 

of nutrition and dietary choices, 

and their role in improving and 

maintaining health and wellbeing. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Explore principles of 

healthy eating 

• Unit 02 Consider nutritional needs 

of a variety of individuals 

• Unit 03 Use food and nutrition 

information to plan a healthy diet 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Materials 


Suitability 


• 14-16 









113 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Nutrition and Health 

601/3389/2 

Level 2 Certificate in Nutrition and Health 

600/9966/5 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 


This qualification provides learners 

with a range of underpinning 

knowledge in areas such as healthy 

eating, nutritional needs, weight 

management, eating disorders 

and food safety in the home 

environment. It meets the needs 

of a range of learners who can 

progress on to further qualifications 

or employment within sport and 

recreation, exercise and fitness, 

hospitality and catering, or 

healthcare sectors. 







Units 

Mandatory 







• Unit 04 The principles of weight 

management 


disorders 

• Unit 06 Principles of food safety for 

the home environment 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 





Materials 


Suitability 


• 14-16 










pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


This qualification is designed 

for a wide range of learners with 

some knowledge in this area, who 

are interested in improving their 

understanding of nutrition and 

healthy eating. 







Units 

Mandatory 







• Unit 04 The principles of weight 

management 


disorders 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 





Materials 




Suitability 


• 14-16 







• Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the 

Care and Management of Diabetes 




115 

Level 2 Award in Occupational Health and Safety 

600/0074/0 

Level 1 Award in Personal Safety Awareness 

600/6380/4 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 



learners who wish to develop their 

knowledge and skills associated with 

workplace health and safety. 







Units 

Mandatory 


workplace 

• Unit 02 Fire safety principles 

• Unit 03 DSE risk assessment 

• Unit 04 COSHH risk assessment 

• Unit 05 Manual handling safety at 

work 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Materials 



Suitability 



• 14-16 










pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 30/12/2018 


This qualification will help learners to 

consider issues relating to the fear of 

crime and recognise risks to personal 

safety and possessions. They’ll also 

investigate how to minimise these 

risks. Learners will also look at how 

to respond to conflict situations and 

how to report incidents. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Personal safety awareness 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 


Suitability 




• 14-16 








117 

Level 2 Award in the Prevention and Control of Infection 

500/4296/8 

Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care 

600/1301/1 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 


This qualification aims to familiarise 

learners with infection control 

legislation and policies. Learners 

will develop an understanding of 

the methods of cleaning and waste 

disposal that help prevent the 

spread of infection, along with the 

personal protective equipment they 

should use for their own safety. This 

knowledge will be underpinned by 

an increased understanding of the 

causes of infections, the conditions 

in which they thrive and the ways 

that they can be spread. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 The principles of infection 

prevention and control 

• Unit 02 Causes and spread of 

infection 

• Unit 03 Cleaning, decontamination 

and waste management 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 

• Candidate Information Pack 


Materials 


Suitability 



• 14-16 










pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/03/2017 



learners’ basic knowledge of the adult 

social care sector. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to the adult 

social care sector 

• Unit 02 Introduction to the values 

and principles of adult social care 

• Unit 03 Awareness of the skills and 

attitudes needed to work in adult 

social care 

• Unit 04 Awareness of 

communication in adult social care 

• Unit 05 Awareness of the role and 

responsibilities of the adult social 

care worker 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 





Guidelines 



Suitability 




• 14-16 








119 

Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care 

600/0688/2 

Level 3 Certificate in Preparing to Work in Adult Social Care 

600/0689/4 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 


This qualification is aimed at learners 

interested in, or new to, working 

in adult social care in England. It 

doesn’t confirm competence but 

relates to the knowledge elements 

covered in the mandatory units of 

the Health and Social Care Diploma 

at Level 2. It forms the knowledge 

component of the Health and Social 

Care Apprenticeship Framework. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Principles of communication 

in adult social care settings 

• Unit 02 Principles of personal 

development in adult social care 

settings 

• Unit 03 Principles of diversity, 

equality and inclusion in adult 









• Unit 07 Understand person-centred 

approaches in adult social care settings 

• Unit 08 Understand health and 

safety in social care settings 

• Unit 09 Understand how to handle 

information in social care settings 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




Materials 



Guidelines 

• Oxford University Press Learning 

Materials 




Suitability 




• 14-16 









Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 



interested in, or new to, working 

in adult social care in England. It 

doesn’t confirm competence but 

relates to the knowledge elements 

covered in the mandatory units of 

the Health and Social Care Diploma 

at Level 3. It forms the knowledge 

component of the Health and Social 

Care Apprenticeship Framework. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Principles of communication 

in adult social care settings 


development in adult social care 

settings 

• Unit 03 Principles of diversity, 

equality and inclusion in adult 




• Unit 05 Principles for implementing 

duty of care in health, social care or 

children’s and young people’s settings 



• Unit 07 Understand person-centred 

approaches in adult social care settings 

• Unit 08 Understand health and 

safety in social care settings 

• Unit 09 Understand how to handle 

information in social care settings 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




Materials 


Guidelines 


Materials 


Suitability 











121 

Level 3 Certificate in the Principles of End of Life Care 

501/0117/1 

Level 1 Award in Sexual Health Awareness 

501/0254/0 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



working in healthcare settings whose 

job role includes caring for those with 

a life-limiting illness. This qualification 

is also appropriate for those who’ve 

already achieved other sector specific 

qualifications who need to apply 

their understanding in an end of life 

care context. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understanding end of life 

care 

• Unit 02 Communication during end 

of life care 

• Unit 03 Assessment and care 

planning in end of life care 

• Unit 04 Person-centred approaches 

to end of life care 

• Unit 05 Care during the final hours 

of life and bereavement care 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Materials 





Suitability 











pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2017 


This qualification is intended to raise 

awareness of relationship issues and 

the impacts and outcomes of sexual 

activity amongst young people. 







Units 

Mandatory 


relationships and sexual health 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 


• Sample Scheme of Work 

• Tribal Online Materials 



Suitability 




• 14-16 








123 

Level 1 Award in Stress Awareness 

600/5976/X 

Level 2 Award in Stroke Awareness 

600/4762/8 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/05/2018 


This qualification aims to improve 

learners’ understanding of stress. 

They’ll look at the causes of stress 

and the effects stress can have 

on health. They’ll also learn to 

recognise the signs and symptoms 

of stress and look at ways of 

preventing and reducing stress. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to stress and 

stress management 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 


Suitability 




• 14-16 









Qualification 



end date: 31/07/2018 


This qualification aims to up-skill 

the workforce in stroke care to 

improve services and meet the 

projected outcomes of the National 

Stroke Strategy for England. It also 

contributes towards the Stroke 

Specific Education Framework. 







Units 

Mandatory 


Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 


Suitability 








• Level 3 Certificate in Stroke Care 

Management 




125 

Level 3 Certificate in Stroke Care Management 

600/4763/X 

Level 1 Award in Substance Misuse Awareness 

501/0255/2 





Hours (GLH): 189-248 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 


This qualification aims to up-skill 

the workforce in stroke care to 

improve services and to meet the 

projected outcomes of the National 

Stroke Strategy for England. It also 

contributes towards the Stroke 

Specific Education Framework. 




units. 


learners must successfully 

complete the 4 mandatory units 

and a minimum of 9 credits from 

the optional units. 

Units 

Mandatory 


• Unit 02 Understand stroke care 

management 

• Unit 03 Support individuals to 

manage dysphagia 

• Unit 04 Support individuals with 

specific communication needs 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 










pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2017 



This qualification is suitable for a wide 

range of learners who would like to 

raise their own understanding of 

substance misuse in society. 







Units 

Mandatory 


substance misuse 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




Materials 



Suitability 




• 14-16 









127 

Level 2 Award in Substance Misuse 

501/0115/8 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medicines 

501/0037/3 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 


This qualification is ideal for 

those who wish to develop their 

knowledge of substance misuse 

and the implications of this for 

individuals and society. 






the 3 mandatory units and a 

minimum of one optional units. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand substance 

use/misuse 


recognise and respond to 

substance use/misuse 

• Unit 03 Understand the safe, 

sensible and social use of alcohol 




Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 










Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



learners’ knowledge of the safe 

handling of medicines within a health 

and care context. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand medication 

and prescriptions 

• Unit 02 Supply, storage and 

disposal of medication 


requirements for the safe 

administration of medication 

• Unit 04 Record-keeping and 

audit processes for medication 

administration and storage 


Assessment 


moderated portfolio of evidence. 


Mandatory 


Optional 




Materials 


Materials 


Suitability 








129 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding the Safe Handling of Medication in 

Health and Social Care 

601/3404/5 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in Mental Health 

600/6133/9 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 


This qualification aims to help 

learners develop an understanding 

of handling medicines safely in a 

health and social care setting. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand medication 

and prescriptions 

• Unit 02 Supply, storage and 

disposal of medication 


requirements for the safe 

administration of medication 

• Unit 04 Record-keeping and audit 

processes for medication 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 







Materials 

Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 




understand the approaches to care 

and support of those with mental 

health problems. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Mental health and mental 

health issues 




• Unit 03 Valuing equality and 

diversity 

• Unit 04 Approaches to care and 

management in mental health 

• Unit 05 Understanding change and 

support in relation to mental health 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Materials 



• Mapping to Award (500/9956/5) 


Suitability 










131 

Level 1 Diploma for Entry to the Uniformed Services 

501/1178/4 


501/1179/6 





Hours (GLH): 317-350 



an opportunity for learners with an 

interest in a uniformed service to 

explore this area of employment, and 

to provide informed and prepared 

potential recruits for a variety of 

uniformed services. 

Assessment 




Mandatory 






Hours (GLH): 342-390 





explore this area of employment and 



uniformed services. 

Assessment 




Mandatory 







pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2016 




units. 



the 5 mandatory units and 2 optional 

units. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Investigate employment 

opportunities in the uniformed 

services 

• Unit 02 Well-being and physical 

fitness 

• Unit 03 Team working skills 

• Unit 04 Developing self-discipline 

• Unit 05 Carry out essential map 

reading and navigation 

Optional 

• Unit 06 Finding out about 

volunteering and becoming 

a volunteer 

• Unit 07 Health, safety and 

emergency care 

• Unit 08 Participate in competitive 

sports 

• Unit 09 Participate in adventurous 

activities 

Optional 




Suitability 



• 14-16 





pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2017 




units. 




and a minimum of 2 optional units. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Investigate employment in 

the uniformed services 

• Unit 02 Explore aspects of physical 

fitness 

• Unit 03 Develop team working and 

problem solving skills 

• Unit 04 Show an understanding of 

health and safety and hygiene 

• Unit 05 Carry out map reading and 

navigation 

• Unit 06 Follow uniformed services 

routine 




Optional 



Suitability 



• 14-16 






133 


501/1307/0 


601/2457/X 





Hours (GLH): 385-410 




Qualification 



end date: 30/12/2018 





explore this area of employment and 



uniformed services. At this level 

learners focus on one service and the 

qualification places an emphasis on 

the leadership of others. 




units. 



the 5 mandatory units and a 

minimum of 3 optional units. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Prepare for employment to 

a chosen uniformed service 

• Unit 02 Develop aspects of physical 

fitness 

• Unit 03 Refine leadership skills 

• Unit 04 Legal implications of 

physical actions 

• Unit 05 Carry out advanced map 

reading and navigation across 

open country 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 







Hours (GLH): 325-350 




pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 





explore this area of employment in 

a practical way. It will also provide 

informed and prepared potential 

recruits for a variety of uniformed 

services. 







Units 

Mandatory 


opportunities in the uniformed 

services 

• Unit 02 Well-being and physical 

fitness for the uniformed services 

• Unit 03 Team working skills in the 

uniformed services 

• Unit 04 Developing self-discipline 

for the uniformed services 



Optional 


navigation 


sport 

• Unit 08 Participate in an 

adventurous activity 


volunteering opportunities 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Evidence and Grading Tracker 

• Sample Portfolios – Pass and Merit 


Suitability 



• Study Programme 












135 


601/2456/8 


601/2455/6 





Hours (GLH): 370-390 




pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 





explore this area of employment in 

a practical way. It will also provide 

informed and prepared potential 

recruits for a variety of uniformed 

services. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Investigate employment in 

the uniformed services 

• Unit 02 Physical fitness for the 



problem solving skills 



• Unit 05 Health and hygiene in the 


• Unit 06 Follow uniformed service 

routine 

• Unit 07 Exploring equality and 

diversity for the uniformed services 

Optional 


navigation 

• Unit 09 Undertake adventurous 

activities 


sports 

• Unit 11 Explore the use of 

telecommunication in the 



volunteering opportunities 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




• Sample Portfolios – Pass and 

Distinction 

• Digital Book 

Suitability 



• 14-16 






Hours (GLH): 380-410 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



learners’ understanding of the 

skills and qualities needed to work 

in a uniformed service role. It will 

enable learners to prepare to make 

a recruitment application, or to 

progress to the entry qualifications 

required for employment in a 

uniformed service of their choice. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Prepare for employment to 

a chosen uniformed service 

• Unit 02 Develop aspects of physical 

fitness for entry to the uniformed 

services 

• Unit 03 Develop leadership skills 

• Unit 04 Understand conflict 

management and personal 

protection 

• Unit 05 Participate in uniformed 

service routine 

Optional 


navigation across open country 

• Unit 07 Understand how the 

government, international 

organisations and media impact on 

the work of the uniformed services 

• Unit 08 Participate in a sports 

coaching session 

• Unit 09 Assist in planning and 

leading adventurous activities 

• Unit 10 Explore the use of 

telecommunication in the 


• Unit 11 Understand planning 

for emergency situations in the 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




• Sample Portfolios – Merit and 

Distinction 

Suitability 










• Level 3 Diploma for Entry to the 

Uniformed Services 




137 

Level 1 Certificate in Well-Being 

601/4182/7 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Working in the Health Sector 

601/4128/1 





Hours (GLH): 103-123 




pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 



learners’ understanding of a variety 

of well-being topics. 




a minimum of 13 credits from the 


Units 

Optional 

• Unit 01 Introduction to stress and 

stress management 


mental health 


relationships and sexual health 


substance misuse 

• Unit 05 Personal safety awareness 




• Unit 07 Introduction to alcohol 

awareness for the Individual 



disorders 

• Unit 10 Diabetes awareness in 

health and care 

• Unit 11 Weight management and 

body image 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 



• 14-16 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



learners the opportunity to 

investigate a work role in the 

health sector and provide the 

underpinning knowledge needed 

to work effectively. 







Units 

Mandatory 


healthcare worker 

• Unit 02 Communication skills for 

working in the health sector 

• Unit 03 Personal development in 

the health sector 

• Unit 04 Health, safety and security 

in the health sector 

• Unit 05 Understand quality 

standards in the health sector 


health sector 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 



• 14-16 






139 

Level 2 Certificate for Working in the Health Sector 

500/6103/3 

Level 2 Certificate for the Children and Young People’s Workforce 

601/3510/4 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 



learners the opportunity to 

investigate a work role in the 

health sector and provides the 

underpinning knowledge needed 

to work effectively. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Communication skills for 

working in the health sector 

• Unit 02 People and personal 

development in the health sector 


in the health sector 

• Unit 04 Service improvement in 

the health sector 

• Unit 05 Maintaining quality 

standards in the health sector 


health sector 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 






Suitability 



• 14-16 





Hours (GLH): 261-277 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 



guide and assess development 

of knowledge and skills relating 

to the children and young 

people’s workforce. It will provide 

progression to the early learning 

and childcare, social care and 

learning development and 

support services workforces. This 

qualification confirms competence 

under supervision in these areas 

where appropriate and serves 

as a progression pathway to the 

required qualification at Level 3 and 

above (for all new practitioners) 

for registration and regulatory 

requirements in the sector. 




units. 






Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Child and young person 

development 

• Unit 02 Contribute to the support 

of child and young person 

development 

• Unit 03 Safeguarding the welfare of 

children and young people 

• Unit 04 Contribute to children and 

young people’s health and safety 

• Unit 05 Contribute to the support 

of positive environments for 


• Unit 06 Understand partnership 

working in services for children 

and young people 

• Unit 07 Support children and 

young people’s positive behaviour 


communication in health, social 



• Unit 09 Introduction to personal 



settings 

• Unit 10 Introduction to equality 

and inclusion in health, social care 


settings 

• Unit 11 Maintain and support 

relationships with children and 

young people 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



• Joint Awarding Organisation and 

Children’s Workforce Development 

Council Statement 

Optional 


Materials 

Suitability 









141 

Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce 

601/4149/9 

Level 1 Award in Safeguarding in a Learning Environment 

600/5515/7 





Hours (GLH): 422-475 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 



guide and assess development of 

knowledge and skills relating to social 

care and the learning development 

and support services workforces. 

This qualification confirms 

competence in these areas where 

appropriate and serves as the required 

qualification (for all new practitioners) 

for registration and regulatory 

requirements in the sector. 



14 mandatory units (including 3 

mandatory units from the Learning, 

Development and Support Services 

pathway, or Social Care pathway) 

and 52 optional units. 



the 14 mandatory units and at least 

25 credits from the optional units. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Promote communication in 

health, social care or children’s and 





settings 

• Unit 03 Promote equality and 

inclusion in health, social care or 

children’s and young people’s 

settings 

• Unit 04 Principles for 

implementing duty of care in 

health, social care or children’s 


• Unit 05 Understand child and 

young person development 

• Unit 06 Promote child and young 

person development 


safeguard the wellbeing of 




• Unit 09 Develop positive 

relationships with children, 

young people and others involved 

in their care 

• Unit 10 Working together for the 

benefit of children and young 

people 

• Unit 11 Understand how to support 

positive outcomes for children and 

young people 

• Unit 12 Assessment and planning 

with children and young people 

• Unit 13 Professional practice in 

children and young people’s 

social care 

• Unit 14 Promote the well-being 

and resilience of children and 

young people 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



• Joint Awarding Organisation and 

Children’s Workforce Development 

Council Statement 

Optional 


Materials 

Suitability 











pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2016 



learners with the suitable 

knowledge and understanding that 

everyone has the right to learn, 

to be safe and to be respected. 

Learners will be able to make 

sure that they are being provided 

with a safe and secure learning 

environment that promotes their 

health and wellbeing. 






the one mandatory unit and achieve at 

least 3 credits from the optional units. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understanding the need 

for safeguarding in a learning 

environment 

Optional 

• Unit 02 Establish safe personal 

boundaries in a learning 

environment 

• Unit 03 Staying safe online in a 

learning environment 

• Unit 04 Investigating cyberbullying 

in a learning environment 

• Unit 05 Investigating harassment 

and bullying in a learning 

environment 

• Unit 06 Recognising abuse in a 

learning environment 

• Unit 07 Staying safe in a work 

environment 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 



• 14-16 








143 

Level 1 Award in Working with Children 

501/0417/2 

Level 1 Award in Introduction to Health and Safety for the Workplace 

601/5652/1 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


This qualification aims to enable 

learners to develop the basic 


the needs of young children, aged 

from birth to 5 years based in a 

variety of settings. It also helps 

learners understand their role in 

supporting children’s development. 

The qualification allows learners to 

develop the basic skills needed to 

support playwork, out-of-school 

and early years settings. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Encouraging children to eat 

healthily 

• Unit 02 Create a safe environment 

for young children 


• Unit 04 Contribute to equality of 

opportunity in support of young 

children’s development 

• Unit 05 Provide a range of 

appropriate play activities for 

young children 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Suitability 



• 14-16 










pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/01/2020 


This qualification focuses on the 

importance of maintaining health 

and safety and ensuring that 

employee actions reduce risks 

in the workplace. It is intended 

for learners in any workplace 

environment and is also ideal for 

those who are returning to work or 

starting work for the first time. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to health and 

safety for the workplace 

Assessment 

Multiple-choice external assessment. 


Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 












145 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Autism 

601/6330/6 

Level 1 Award in Introduction to Fire Safety for the Workplace 

601/5650/8 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2021 




develop an understanding of autism. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to autism 

• Unit 02 Using a person-centred 

approach to support individuals 

with autism 

• Unit 03 Communication and social 

interaction in individuals with autism 

• Unit 04 Sensory processing, 

perception and cognition in 

individuals with autism 

• Unit 05 Supporting positive 

behaviour in individuals with autism 

• Unit 06 Supporting individuals with 

autism to live healthy and fulfilled lives 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Materials 


• Features and benefits summary 


Suitability 













pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/01/2020 



new starters in a workplace 

environment and aims to equip 

learners with a basic understanding 

of fire safety for the workplace. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Fire safety awareness for 

the workplace 

Assessment 



Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 












147 

Level 2 Award in Principles of Fire Safety for the Workplace 

601/5651/X 

Level 2 Award in Principles of Health and Safety for the Workplace 

601/5653/3 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/01/2021 




fire risk, how it is controlled and 

managed, and the role of the 

nominated fire warden. It’s ideal as 

part of a workplace induction or for 

those who need to learn more 

about fire safety in the workplace. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Principles of fire safety for 

the workplace 

Assessment 



Mandatory 


Optional 


• E-learning Materials 


Suitability 













pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/01/2021 




environment and aims to equip 

them with the skills to work 

safely and to recognise and deal 

with hazards. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Principles of health and 

safety in the workplace 

Assessment 



Mandatory 


Optional 




Suitability 












149 

Level 2 Award in Principles of Risk Assessment for the Workplace 

601/5655/7 

Level 2 Award in Principles and Practice of Safe Manual Handling for 

the Workplace 

601/5654/5 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/01/2021 


This qualification is suitable for 

learners working in any environment 

who need to be more risk aware. The 

qualification is designed to introduce 

the principles of risk assessment, 

including why risk assessment is 

necessary, the legal requirements 

involved and the basic steps that can 

be taken to control risk. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Principles of risk 

assessment for the workplace 

Assessment 



Mandatory 


Optional 




Suitability 













pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/01/2021 




environment. The qualification 

aims to equip learners with an 

understanding of safe manual 

handling practices and the skills 

required to move loads safely in 

the workplace. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Principles and practice 

of safe manual handling for the 

workplace 

Assessment 


moderated portfolio and 

multiple-choice external assessment. 


Mandatory 


Optional 

• Assessment Checklist 




Suitability 












151 

Level 3 Diploma for the Children’s Workforce (Early Years Educator) 

601/5436/6 

Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) 

601/5368/4 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2022 



opportunity for learners to 

demonstrate their knowledge and 

skills of caring for children from 

birth to 5 and develop knowledge 

of caring for children aged 5-7. 

It confirms competence for those 

working towards Early Years 

Educator status. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand child 

development 

• Unit 02 Support the holistic 

development of children 

• Unit 03 Safeguarding and child 

protection in early years 

• Unit 04 Promote the health, safety 

and welfare of young children 

• Unit 05 Support the health, 

wellbeing and physical care needs 

of children in early years settings 

• Unit 06 Equality, diversity and 

inclusion in early years settings 

• Unit 07 Support positive behaviour 

in children 

• Unit 08 Support children with 

additional support needs 

• Unit 09 Support attachment when 

working with children in early years 

settings 

• Unit 10 Support children through 

transitions 

• Unit 11 Plan, lead and evaluate 

purposeful play activities to 

support children’s learning and 

development 

• Unit 12 Support the development 

of reading, literacy and mathematical 

skills in early years settings 

• Unit 13 Extending children’s learning 

and thinking in early years settings 

• Unit 14 Assessment and observation 

in early years settings 

• Unit 15 Recording, storing, reporting 

and sharing information in early 

years settings 

• Unit 16 Working in partnership with 

colleagues, professionals and key 

individuals in early years settings 

• Unit 17 Continuing professional 

development in early years settings 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Suitability 







Hours (GLH): 466-513 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2022 



the core knowledge skills of care 

workers working with children 

and young people in residential 

childcare settings. 

The objective of this qualification 

is to confirm competence for care 

workers in residential childcare 

settings, enabling them to meet 

the qualification requirements 

of statutory regulations for the 

workforce. 



16 mandatory units and 7 optional 

units. 

To be awarded the qualification, 



and achieve a minimum of 8 credits 

from the optional units. 

Units 

Mandatory 


development of children and 

young people in residential 

childcare 


safeguard and protect children 


childcare 


support children and young people 

who have experienced harm or 

abuse 

• Unit 04 Promote effective 

communication and information 

handling in residential childcare 

settings 

• Unit 05 Support risk management 

in residential childcare 

• Unit 06 Assessment and planning 

with children and young people in 

residential childcare 

• Unit 07 Support group living in 



support positive outcomes for 

children and young people in 


• Unit 09 Support attachment and 

positive relationships for children 


childcare 

• Unit 10 Support the well-being and 

resilience of children and young 

people in residential childcare 

• Unit 11 Support children and young 

people in residential childcare to 

achieve their learning potential 

• Unit 12 Support children and young 

people in residential childcare to 

manage their health 

• Unit 13 Support the development 

of socially aware behaviour with 



• Unit 14 Engage in professional 

development in residential 

childcare settings 

• Unit 15 Support the rights, diversity 

and equality of children and young 

people in residential childcare 

• Unit 16 Participate in teams to 

benefit children and young people 

in residential childcare 

Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 


Suitability 







153 

Contents 

Title 


Number 






Level 2 Award in Computer Games Design 600/5245/4 159 

Level 2 Award in Computer Games Development 600/5244/2 159 

Level 2 Certificate in Computer Games Development 600/5243/0 159 

Entry Level Award in Creative Craft (Entry 1) 600/4942/X 160 









Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Art and Design v.certs 600/6905/3 167 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Graphic Design v.certs 600/6907/7 168 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Interactive Media v.certs 600/6906/5 169 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Music Technology 600/6904/1 170 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Media 601/4761/1 171 



Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media 601/3842/7 172 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Performance Skills v.certs 600/6990/9 173 

Level 1 Award in Graphic Design 500/8454/9 174 

Level 2 Award in Graphic Design 500/8379/X 175 




Level 3 Certificate in Managing a Music Business Enterprise 600/6423/7 179 

Level 3 Diploma in Managing a Music Business Enterprise 501/1735/X 179 

Level 2 Award in Mobile Device Application Development 600/5242/9 180 

Level 2 Certificate in Moving Image Production 500/8343/0 181 

Level 1 Introductory Award in Music Technology 501/1183/8 182 


Level 1 Certificate in Music Technology 501/1234/X 182 


Level 2 Certificate in Music Technology 501/1216/8 183 

Level 2 Extended Certificate in Music Technology 501/1226/0 183 







Level 1 Certificate in Performance Skills using Music 500/9180/3 188 




Level 2 Certificate in Performance Skills using Music 500/9919/X 192 

Level 1 Award in Photography 601/3390/9 193 





Level 2 Diploma in Photography 601/2626/7 196 

NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Photography 601/0376/0 197 

NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Photography 601/0377/2 197 



Level 1 Award in Radio 601/4177/3 200 

Level 2 Certificate in Radio 601/4204/2 201 

Level 3 Diploma in Radio 501/0262/X 202 

Level 1 Award in Technical Theatre 500/9631/X 203 

NEW Level 2 Award in Preparing to Work in the Film Industry 601/4488/9 204 

NEW Level 2 Extended Award in Preparing to Work in the Film Industry 601/4490/7 204 

NEW Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in the Film Industry 601/4489/0 204 



NEW Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performance Skills 601/5815/3 207 

ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 


154 Arts, Media and Publishing 


155 

Level 1 Certificate in Animation 

601/0268/8 

Level 2 Certificate in Animation 

500/8046/5 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 



learners’ skills to plan, produce and 

manipulate simple animations. The 

qualification will help learners to 

identify their own skills and abilities 

and introduce them to the animation 

industry. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Preparing a simple 

animation sequence 

• Unit 02 Producing a final animation 

sequence 

• Unit 03 Exploring the animation 

industry 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 











pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 



the knowledge and skills that 

learners need in order to produce 

a short animation sequence. The 

qualification focuses on the overall 

creative application of the animation 

process and has been developed 

to allow centres to deliver the 

qualification using a number of 

different animation techniques. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Explore the animation 

industry and experiment with 

animation techniques 

• Unit 02 Research and develop ideas 

for an animation sequence 

• Unit 03 Produce and present a 

computer animation sequence 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 




157 

Level 1 Certificate in Art and Design 

601/0677/3 


500/8988/2 









pre-16 

Performance measures: 

equivalent to one GCSE 

in the 2016 and 2017 tables 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 

This qualification features on the list of 

DfE approved Technical Awards and will 

be recognised as being equivalent 

to one GCSE in the 2016 and 2017 KS4 

Performance Tables. 


This qualification allows learners 

to explore ideas and techniques 

and use visual language in a 

chosen art and design medium. 

The qualification allows learners 

to develop their knowledge and 

understanding of the design process 

and apply this to a design project. 






the 2 mandatory units and at least 2 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Experiment with art and 

design ideas and techniques 

• Unit 02 Complete a final art and 

design project 

Optional 

• Unit 03 Create art and design work 

using 2-dimensional techniques 


using 3-dimensional techniques 


using mixed media techniques 


using digital media 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 











pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 



develop learners’ skills, techniques, 

and use of visual language and 

formal elements in art and design. 








Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Investigate sources of ideas 

in art and design 

• Unit 02 Explore and use art and 

design materials, techniques and 

visual language 

• Unit 03 Produce final art and 

design work 

Optional 

• Unit 04 Working in the art and 

design industry 

• Unit 05 Building an art and design 

portfolio 

• Unit 06 3D visual communication 

• Unit 07 2D visual communication 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 




159 


500/8551/7 

Level 2 Award in Computer Games Design 

Level 2 Award in Computer Games Development 

Level 2 Certificate in Computer Games Development 

Design: 600/5245/4 Development: 600/5244/2 Certificate: 600/5243/0 









UCAS Points: 

This qualification carries 

60 points at Pass grade 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 

This qualification features on the DfE 

list of 16-19 Performance Tables: 

Applied General qualifications 2016 and 

2017. 


This qualification enables learners to 

develop advanced level skills in art 

and design. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Materials, techniques and 

processes in art and design 

• Unit 02 Ideas and concepts in art 

and design 

• Unit 03 Execute, present and 

critically evaluate final art and 

design work 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Qualification no/Learning Aim 

Reference: 

Design Award: 600/5245/4 

Development Award: 600/5244/2 



Design Award: 20 

Development Award: 60-80 


Credit value: 

Design Award: 4 

Development Award: 12 



Design Award: £25 

Development Award: £42 



pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 


Level 2 Award in Computer Games 

Design 


learners to designing computer 

games. Learners will research game 

genres to inform a games design idea. 

Level 2 Award in Computer Games 

Development 

This qualification offers learners 

the flexibility to choose a variety of 

units, covering various aspects of 

computer games development. 

Level 2 Certificate in Computer 

Games Development 

This qualification introduces 

learners to the computer games 

development process. Learners 

will investigate an initial games 

idea, design the game logic, game 

engines and other gameplay 

features. Learners will also produce 

sound and art assets, and test their 

final computer game product. 


To be awarded the Level 2 Award in 

Computer Games Design learners 

must successfully complete Unit 01. 


in Computer Games Development 


any 3 units. 

Units 

• Unit 01 Computer game design 

• Unit 02 Computer game art 

production 

• Unit 03 Computer game 

production 

• Unit 04 Computer game digital 

sound production 

• Unit 05 Computer game testing 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 

To be awarded the Level 2 

Certificate in Computer Games 

Development learners must 

successfully complete all 5 units. 




161 

Entry Level Award in Creative Craft (Entry 1) 




Level 1 Award in Creative Craft 

601/3360/0 



Reference: 

Entry 1: 600/4942/X 

Entry 2: 600/4943/1 

Entry 3: 600/4944/3 


Entry 1: 20 

Entry 2: 20 

Entry 3: 20 

Credit value: 



Entry 1: 2 

Entry 2: 2 

Entry 3: 2 

Entry 1: £21 

Entry 2: £21 

Entry 3: £21 

pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2017 


The Entry Level Awards in Creative 

Craft are aimed at learners who wish 

to progress to Level 1 qualifications, 

or those below Level 1 who wish to 

develop their skills in creating a craft 

item. These awards aim to introduce 

learners to craft and design 

materials, and enable learners to 

combine these materials to create a 

craft item. 






the one mandatory unit of the 

qualification they’ve chosen. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Entry 1 - Create a piece of craft 

or design 

• Entry 2 - Create a piece of craft 

or design 

• Entry 3 - Making an art or craft 

product 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Suitability 











pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


This qualification aims to: 

• enable learners to develop basic 

skills in craft 

• provide learners with underpinning 

knowledge of the craft process 

• provide learners with a basis for 

progression into further study in 

craft-related areas. 


are to help learners to: 

• develop a portfolio of work in craft 

• use materials, tools and equipment 

correctly and safely 

• develop an understanding of health 

and safety considerations in the 

craft environment. 

Learners are able to specialise in 

one of the following pathways: 

• Craft 

• Art and Design 

• Heritage and Traditional Crafts 

• Textiles 

• Construction 

• Floristry 

• Cake Decoration 

• Cookery. 







and one optional unit. 

Units 

Mandatory units: 

• Unit 01 Explore craft resources 

• Unit 02 Explore craft ideas 

Optional units: 

• Unit 03 Create, present and review 

final craft item 


final art and design item 


final heritage and traditional crafts 

item 


final textiles item 


final construction item 


final floristry item 


final cake decoration item 


final cookery item 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Activity Sheet 

ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 

The optional unit is specific to the 

chosen craft pathway. 




163 

Level 2 Award in Creative Craft 

601/3361/2 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Craft 

601/3232/2 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



• extend and further develop 

learners’ skills 

• extend learners’ knowledge and 

understanding of the creative craft 

process 

• extend learners’ understanding 

of health and safety issues and 

provide the opportunity for further 

development 

• provide a basis for progression onto 

further study. 



• use raw materials, tools and 

equipment in a safe and competent 

manner 

• develop analytical and research 

skills 

• evaluate own work and develop 

ideas and learning through the 

craft process 





the following areas: 

• Craft 



• Textiles 


• Floristry 


• Cookery. 










Units 


• Unit 01 Use materials, tools and 

equipment to develop craft 

techniques 

• Unit 02 Develop craft ideas 


• Unit 03 Create, present and 

evaluate final craft item 


evaluate final art and design item 


evaluate final heritage and 

traditional crafts item 


final textiles item 


evaluate final construction item 


evaluate final floristry item 


evaluate final cake decoration item 


evaluate final cookery item 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 











pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



• extend and further develop 

learners’ skills 

• extend learners’ knowledge and 

understanding of the creative craft 

process 

• provide recognition for enterprise 

skills and attributes 

• investigate creative enterprise and 

employment opportunities in the 

creative sector 

• extend learners’ understanding of 

health and safety issues 

• provide a basis for progression onto 




• use raw materials, tools and 

equipment in a safe and competent 

manner 

• develop analytical and research 

skills 

• evaluate own work and develop 

ideas and learning through the 

craft process 





one the following pathways: 

• Craft 



• Textiles 


• Floristry 


• Cookery. 








Units 


• Unit 01 Use materials, tools and 

equipment to develop craft 

techniques 

• Unit 02 Investigate creative 

enterprise and employment 

opportunities 

• Unit 03 Develop craft ideas 



evaluate final craft item 


evaluate final art and design item 


evaluate final heritage and 

traditional crafts item 


evaluate final textiles item 


evaluate final construction item 


evaluate final floristry item 


evaluate final cake decoration item 

• Unit 11 Create, present and evaluate 

final cookery item 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 






165 

Level 3 Certificate in Creative Craft 

600/1613/9 

Level 1 Certificate in Creative Studies: Craft 

601/0489/2 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2021 



• extend learners’ skills in crafts to 

an advanced level 

• extend creative and intellectual 

abilities, eg communication, 

innovation and critical evaluation 

• extend awareness and 

understanding of health and 

safety issues 

• provide the opportunity for 


• provide a basis for progression 

onto further study or employment. 

This qualification has the 

following pathways: 

• Ceramics 

• Glass 

• Graphic Crafts 


• Iron and Stone 

• Jewellery and Silversmithing 

• Textiles and Leather 

• Toys and Automata 

• Wood 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Explore commercial craft 

briefs 

• Unit 02 Craft techniques, materials, 

tools and equipment 

• Unit 03 Produce craft work in 

response to a commercial brief 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Guidance Pack for Tutors and 

Assessors 

• Activity Sheets 









pre-16 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 

This V Cert features on the list of DfE 

approved Technical Awards and will be 

recognised as being equivalent to one GCSE 

in the 2016 and 2017 KS4 Performance Tables. 



learners with an interest in craft 

and can be delivered in a variety of 

contexts eg wood crafts, floristry, 

textiles, garment making, stained 

glass, cake decoration etc. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Explore craft skills 

• Unit 02 Develop design ideas for 

craft 

• Unit 03 Create ideas in response to 

a brief 

• Unit 04 Produce and review final 

craft work 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 

• Internal Assessment Exemplar Tasks 

• Internal Assessment Tasks: 

Guidance for Centres 



• Career Card 


ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 

For any other type of craft, learners 

can be registered on the generic 

qualification. 









• Level 3 Certificate in Art and Design 

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167 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Craft 

601/0043/6 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Art and Design 

600/6905/3 








pre-16 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



recognised as being equivalent to one GCSE 

in the 2016 and 2017 KS4 Performance Tables. 



learners with an interest in craft 

and can be delivered in a variety of 

contexts eg wood crafts, floristry, 

textiles, garment making, stained 

glass, cake decoration etc. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Exploring craft and 

enterprise skills 

• Unit 02 Research and develop 

design ideas for craft items 

• Unit 03 Respond to a craft brief 

• Unit 04 Produce final craft work 

Assessment 


moderated portfolio and externally 

set and marked assignment. 


Mandatory 


Optional 




• External Assessment Practice Paper 

• External Assessment Instructions 












pre-16 


equivalent to one GCSE in 

the 2015, 2016 and 2017 tables 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



recognised as being equivalent to one 

GCSE in the 2015, 2016 and 2017 KS4 




learners wishing to gain an 

understanding of the art and design 

industry and develop basic skills 

across a range of areas within the 

subject. 







and at least 2 optional units. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Research and investigate 

sources of ideas in art and design 

• Unit 02 Explore and use art and 

design materials and techniques to 

develop visual language 

• Unit 03 Produce final art and 

design work responding to a set 

brief or theme 

Optional 

• Unit 04 Working as an Artist or 

Designer in the creative industry 

• Unit 05 Developing an art and 

design portfolio 

• Unit 06 Communicating visually 

in 3D 

• Unit 07 Communicating visually 

in 2D 

Assessment 



set and marked practical 

examination. 


Mandatory 


Optional 







• Example Portfolio 



• Chief Examiner Report 

ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 

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Call 0191 240 8822 

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169 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Graphic Design 

600/6907/7 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Interactive Media 

600/6906/5 








pre-16 



the 2015, 2016 and 2017 tables 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 








for learners wishing to gain an 

understanding of the graphic 

design industry and develop the 

basic skills across a range of areas 

within the subject. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand graphic 

processes, materials and techniques 

• Unit 02 Research sources of ideas 

in a graphic design context 

• Unit 03 Develop ideas and graphic 

solutions 

• Unit 04 Plan, produce and present 

final graphic design work 

Assessment 



set and marked practical examination. 


Mandatory 


Optional 


















pre-16 



the 2015, 2016 and 2017 tables 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 








learners who have an interest 

in interactive media, design or 

animation. 








Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Originate ideas in response 

to an interactive media design brief 

• Unit 02 Understand and explore 

a variety of interactive media 

products and processes 

• Unit 03 Plan and produce a creative 

interactive media product 

Optional 

• Unit 04 Investigate typefaces in 

developing a graphic interface 

design 

• Unit 05 Investigate the creative 

use of moving images through 

interactive media 

• Unit 06 Investigate the use of 

sound for an interactive media 

product 

• Unit 07 Authoring an interactive 

DVD 

Assessment 




examination. 


Mandatory 


Optional 











ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 




171 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Music Technology 

600/6904/1 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Media 

Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media 

Certificate: 601/4761/1 Diploma: 601/4762/3 








pre-16 



the 2015, 2016 and 2017 tables 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 








for learners wishing to gain an 

understanding of the music industry 

and develop the basic skills across a 

range of areas within the subject. 








Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Set up and operate a digital 

audio workstation 

• Unit 02 Create music using a digital 

audio workstation 

Optional 

• Unit 03 Recording multi-track 

audio 

• Unit 04 Mixing multi-track audio 

• Unit 05 Developing DJ skills 

• Unit 06 Producing dance music 

• Unit 07 Working with digital audio 

• Unit 08 Sound design 

• Unit 09 Microphone techniques in 

music production 

• Unit 10 Location sound recording 

• Unit 11 Live sound 

Assessment 




examination. 


Mandatory 


Optional 













Reference: 


Diploma: 601/4762/3 



Diploma: 455 

Credit value: 




Diploma: 56 


Diploma: £95 

pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 


These qualifications are designed 

for learners who wish to develop 

technical skills and knowledge in 

creative media and specialise in 

one of the 7 pathways: 

• Social Media 

• Graphic Design 

• Animation 

• Games 

• Interactive Media 

• Film and TV 

• Radio 


These qualifications consist of 2 core 

units and 52 optional units covering 

7 pathways. 

To be awarded the Certificate, 


one core unit and 3 optional units. 

To be awarded the Diploma, learners 

must successfully complete both core 

units and 5 optional units. 

Units 

Core 

• Unit 01 Understanding the creative 

media industry 

• Unit 02 Plan and produce work to a 

design brief 

Optional 


required under each of the 

specialised pathways, please 

visit our qualification finder 

online at www.ncfe.org.uk 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 


• Study programme (graded) 

ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 




173 

Level 3 Diploma in Creative Media 

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media 

Diploma: 601/3812/9 Extended Diploma: 601/3842/7 

Level 2 Certificate in Creative Studies: Performance Skills 

600/6990/9 



Reference: 

Diploma: 601/3812/9 

Extended Diploma: 601/3842/7 


Diploma: 360 

Extended Diploma: 540 

Credit value: 

Diploma: 60 



Diploma: £138 

Extended Diploma: £138 


Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2021 



for learners who wish to develop 

technical skills and knowledge in 

creative media and specialise in 

one of the 7 pathways: 

• Social Media 

• Graphic Design 

• Animation 

• Games 

• Interactive Media 

• Film and TV 

• Radio 




units covering 7 pathways. 


must successfully complete the 3 


To be awarded the Extended 

Diploma, learners must successfully 

complete the 3 mandatory units and 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Collaboration in the 

creative sector 

• Unit 02 Entrepreneurial skills 

• Unit 03 Plan and produce work to a 

commercial brief 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Sample Portfolio (Diploma only) 

Suitability 










pre-16 



the 2015, 2016 and 2017 tables 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 








learners who may be interested in 

the performance industry. The focus 

of the qualification is on the learner’s 

ability and desire to perform. 








Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Developing skills for 

performance 

• Unit 02 Prepare and perform 

Optional 

• Unit 03 Performance production in 

practice 

• Unit 04 Performance design and 

technology in context 

Assessment 



set and marked practical examination. 


Mandatory 


Optional 







• Career Cards 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 

Optional 






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175 

Level 1 Award in Graphic Design 

500/8454/9 

Level 2 Award in Graphic Design 

500/8379/X 









pre-16 



the 2015, 2016 and 2017 tables 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2017 



be recognised as being equivalent to one 




This qualification enables learners 

to obtain basic graphic design skills, 

underpin their knowledge of 

the graphic design process and 

provide a basis for progression 

into further study. 



mandatory units and 3 additional 

units. 




Learners may wish to complete 

the additional units to gain extra 

credits and to facilitate progression; 

however these units won’t contribute 

towards the overall credit value of the 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Explore graphic processes, 

materials and techniques 

• Unit 02 Explore sources of ideas in 

a graphic design context 

• Unit 03 Explore and develop 

graphic design ideas 

• Unit 04 Produce and present final 

graphic outcomes 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 











pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2017 


This qualification aims to further 

develop learners’ graphic design 

skills and knowledge and provide 

a basis for progression onto other 

areas of study. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Investigate graphic 

processes, materials and 

techniques 

• Unit 02 Investigate sources of ideas 

in a graphic design context 

• Unit 03 Develop ideas and graphic 

outcomes 

• Unit 04 Plan and produce final 

graphic design work 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 

Additional 




work 



• Level 1 Certificate in Interactive Media 







177 

Level 1 Certificate in Interactive Media 

500/8053/2 


500/8456/2 









pre-16 



the 2015, 2016 and 2017 tables 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2017 



be recognised as being equivalent to one 





learners to develop basic skills in 

the use of interactive media and 

provides a basis for progression into 

other areas of study. 




units. 







however, these units won’t 

contribute towards the overall 

credit value of the qualification. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Explore interactive media 


• Unit 02 Understand and use 

computer systems in an interactive 

media design environment 

• Unit 03 Explore ideas and create 

interactive media content 

• Unit 04 Assemble interactive 

media products to produce 

final work 

Additional 




for work 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 











pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 



learners to extend their skills in 

the use of interactive media and 

provides a basis for progression into 

other areas of study. 



mandatory units, 4 optional units and 

3 additional units. 



the 3 mandatory units 

and at least one optional unit. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Investigate ideas in the 

context of an interactive media 

design brief 

• Unit 02 Explore interactive media 


• Unit 03 Plan and produce an 

interactive media product 

Optional 

• Unit 04 Investigate and use text 

using interactive media 

• Unit 05 Investigate and use moving 

images in interactive media 

• Unit 06 Investigate and use sound 

using interactive media 

• Unit 07 Use interactive equipment 

to write information to CD/DVD 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 

Additional 







179 


500/8123/8 

Level 3 Certificate in Managing a Music Business Enterprise 

Level 3 Diploma in Managing a Music Business Enterprise 

Certificate: 600/6423/7 Diploma: 501/1735/X 









Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 

This qualification features in the DfE list 

of 16-19 Performance Tables: Applied 

General qualifications 2016 and 2017. 



learners’ skills in using interactive 

media to an advanced level, 

enabling progression into further 

study and training. 




3 additional units. 



the 4 mandatory units 

and at least one optional unit. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Develop an interactive 

solution to a design problem 

• Unit 02 The application of 

navigation to interactive media 

contexts 

• Unit 03 Plan and produce an 

interactive design solution 

• Unit 04 Incorporate technology 

into a design brief 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 


• Study programme 




Reference: 


Diploma: 501/1735/X 



Diploma: 130 

Credit value: 



Diploma: 39 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 



to assist those who wish either to 

set up a business enterprise or work 

within the UK music industry. They 

deal with all aspects of the music 

industry within this context and 

allow learners to gradually build up 

their own plan for managing a music 

business enterprise. 

The qualifications are aimed at those 

individuals who are starting out in 

the music industry, whether it be as 

a performer, a song-writer, an artist 

manager, a promoter or booking 

agent, or someone looking to start 

a small record label or publishing 

company. The UK music industry 

is largely made up of such SMEs. 

However, there’s limited training 

available for such individuals to allow 

them to have a more thorough and 

targeted understanding of both the 

industry itself and how to manage a 

business enterprise specific to the 

music industry. 


This qualification consists of 13 units. 



5 units. 


must successfully complete all units. 

• Unit 06 Artist management 

companies in the music industry 

• Unit 07 Live music, promotion 

and events 

• Unit 08 Record label infrastructure 

and revenue streams 

• Unit 09 The music publishing 

business 

• Unit 10 Music licensing and 

synchronisations 

• Unit 11 Digital music business 

models 

• Unit 12 Digital media and marketing 

for music business enterprise 

• Unit 13 Marketing and promotions 

for music business enterprise 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Purpose statement (certificate only) 

Suitability 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 

Optional 

• Unit 05 Capture and apply sounds 

for use in interactive media 

• Unit 06 Application of typographic 

control in interactive media 

contexts 

• Unit 07 Application of animation in 


• Unit 08 Application of video clips in 


• Unit 09 Use interactive equipment 

to write information to CD/DVD 

Additional 



• Unit 12 Presenting yourself for work 

Units 

• Unit 01 Supply chain and revenue 

streams within a music business 

enterprise 

• Unit 02 Identify market 

opportunities for a music business 

enterprise 

• Unit 03 Establish a route to market 

for a music business enterprise 

• Unit 04 Source finance and 

investment for a music business 

enterprise 

• Unit 05 The role of the artist 

manager 




181 

Level 2 Award in Mobile Device Application Development 

600/5242/9 

Level 2 Certificate in Moving Image Production 

500/8343/0 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 



learners an understanding of mobile 

application design, and enables 

them to investigate their own ideas 

for a mobile device application. 

Learners will then be able to 

create the assets for use in their 

application, and use these to create 

a functioning application. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Mobile application design 

• Unit 02 Producing visual assets for 

mobile device operating system 

applications 

• Unit 03 Mobile device application 

production 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 











pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 


This qualification aims to support 

the development of skills and 

knowledge in multi-platform moving 

image production, including an 

understanding of new and emerging 

digital technologies and their use in 

creative moving image production. 




units. 







however, these units won’t contribute 

towards the overall credit value of the 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Investigate the structure of 

the moving image industry and its 

products 

• Unit 02 Use a digital video camera 

and associated equipment and 

technologies 

• Unit 03 Develop ideas and 

approaches for the production of a 

moving image sequence 

• Unit 04 Produce and present final 

moving image work 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 

Additional 






183 

Level 1 Introductory Award in Music Technology 

Level 1 Award in Music Technology 

Level 1 Certificate in Music Technology 

Introductory Award: 501/1183/8 Award: 501/1133/4 Certificate: 501/1234/X 


Level 2 Certificate in Music Technology 

Level 2 Extended Certificate in Music Technology 

Award: 501/1177/2 Certificate: 501/1216/8 Extended Certificate: 501/1226/0 



Reference: 

Introductory Award: 501/1183/8 

Award: 501/1133/4 



Introductory Award: 30 

Award: 90 


Credit value: 

Introductory Award: 3 

Award: 9 



Introductory Award: £23 

Award: £40 




Level 1 Certificate in Music 

Technology 



pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2017 

The Certificate in Music Technology 

features on the list of DfE approved 

Technical Awards and will be recognised 

as being equivalent to one GCSE in the 

2015 and 2016 KS4 Performance Tables. 


These qualifications provide an 

introduction to music technology and 

the recording process. They provide 

a structure and opportunity for 

learners to produce a final recording 

using basic music technology skills to 

develop creative skills. 

These qualifications share common 

units so that learners can progress 

within the suite by developing 

further skills and knowledge. 


These qualifications consists of 3 

core units and 15 additional units. 

Level 1 Introductory Award in 

Music Technology 



one core unit. 




one core unit and at least 3 optional 

units. 


Technology 



one core unit and at least 6 optional 

units. 


additional units to gain extra 





Units 

Core 

• Unit 01 Assist with recording studio 

operations 

• Unit 02 Using multi-track loop 

sequencing software 

• Unit 03 DJ skills 

Optional 

• Unit 04 MC skills 

• Unit 05 Sound effects in music 

production 

• Unit 06 Sound and music 

technology 

• Unit 07 Audio effects processors in 

music production 

• Unit 08 Live sound mixing skills 

• Unit 09 Multi-track mixing skills 

• Unit 10 Microphones in music 

production 

• Unit 11 Use audio editing software 

• Unit 12 Public address systems 

• Unit 13 Multi-track audio recording 

• Unit 14 Location recording 

• Unit 15 Employment opportunities 

in music production 




Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Purpose Statement (Award and 

Certificate) 



Reference: 

Award: 501/1177/2 


Extended Certificate: 501/1226/0 


Award: 30 


Extended Certificate: 160 

Credit value: 

Award: 4 




Award: £25 


Extended Certificate: £66 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 


These qualifications are suitable 

for any learners interested in music 

and the music industry who wish 

to develop and practise skills using 

a variety of sound equipment and 

software. 

These qualifications share common 

units so that learners can progress 

within the suite by developing 

further skills and knowledge. 


This qualification consists of 2 core 

units and 14 additional units. 




one core unit. 


Technology 



both core units and 2 optional units. 

Level 2 Extended Certificate in 

Music Technology 



both core units and 4 optional units. 


additional units to gain extra 





Units 

Core 

• Unit 01 Set up and operate audio/ 

MIDI sequencing software 

• Unit 02 Create music using audio/ 

MIDI sequencing software 

Optional 

• Unit 03 Multi-track audio recording 

• Unit 04 Use multi-track sound 

mixing techniques 

• Unit 05 Using DJ Skills 

• Unit 06 Dance music production 

• Unit 07 Audio editing 

• Unit 08 Sound and music 

production 

• Unit 09 Sound effects techniques 

for music production 

• Unit 10 Microphone use in music 

production 

• Unit 11 Location recording 

• Unit 12 Assist with preparing 

and using stage sound systems 

and effects 

• Unit 13 Prepare for employment in 

music production and technology 




Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Purpose Statement (Extended 

Certificate only) 

Suitability 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 

Suitability 







185 

Entry Level Award in Performance Skills (Entry 1) 




Level 1 Certificate in Performance Skills 

500/9177/3 



Reference: 

Entry 1: 600/4947/9 

Entry 2: 600/4945/5 

Entry 3: 600/4946/7 


Entry 1: 20-30 

Entry 2: 20-30 

Entry 3: 30 

Credit value: 



Entry 1: 2 

Entry 2: 2 

Entry 3: 3 

Entry 1: £21 

Entry 2: £21 

Entry 3: £21 

pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 30/06/2018 



learners who wish to progress to a 

Level 1 qualification or those below 

Level 1 who wish to develop their skills 

in performing drama, music or dance. 


Each Entry Level Award in 

Performance Skills consists of 3 units. 



at least one of the units from the 

qualification they’ve chosen. 

Units 

Entry 1 

• Develop skills to play a musical 

instrument 

• Developing skills in drama 

• Exploring dance 

Entry 2 

• Develop skills to play a musical 

instrument 

• Developing skills in drama 


Entry 3 

• Exploring music 

• Using the body in a dramatic 

context 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



For Entry 2 and 3 


• Entry 1 Learner Transcript 

Suitability 











pre-16 



the 2015, 2016 and 2017 tables 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 



be recognised as being equivalent to 

one GCSE in the 2015, 2016 and 2017 KS4 




• Level 1 Certificate in Performance Skills 

Using Music 


Using Acting 


Using Music 


This qualification focuses on 

practical skills and provides an 

opportunity to develop skills relating 

to the performance industry. 








Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Preparing performing arts 

work 

• Unit 02 Develop performance skills 

• Unit 03 Presenting performing arts 

work 

Optional 

• Unit 04 Promoting a performing 

arts event 

• Unit 05 Working in the performing 

arts 

• Unit 06 Exploring design skills for 

the performing arts 

• Unit 07 Exploring technical support 

for stage performance 

• Unit 08 Introduction to the 

performing arts 

• Unit 09 Professional development 

in the performing arts industry 


arts industry 

• Unit 11 Starting to develop 

performance skills 

• Unit 12 Taking part in a 

performance 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Observation Assessment Record 


Suitability 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 




187 

Level 1 Certificate in Performance Skills using Acting 

500/9178/5 

Level 1 Certificate in Performance Skills using Dance 

500/9176/1 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 


This qualification focuses on practical 

skills and provides an opportunity to 

develop skills relating to acting in the 

performance industry. 








Units 

Mandatory 


work 


• Unit 03 Exploring acting skills 

Optional 


arts event 


arts 










arts industry 




performance 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 











pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 



practical skills and provides 

an opportunity to develop 

skills relating to dance in the 









Units 

Mandatory 


work 


• Unit 03 Exploring dance skills 

Optional 


arts event 


arts 










arts industry 




performance 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 




189 

Level 1 Certificate in Performance Skills using Music 

500/9180/3 

Level 2 Certificate in Performance Skills 

500/9918/8 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 



practical skills and provides 

an opportunity to develop 

skills relating to music in the 









Units 

Mandatory 


work 


• Unit 03 Exploring music 


Optional 


arts event 


arts 










arts industry 




performance 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 











pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 



skills and provides an opportunity to 

further develop skills relating to the 





one additional unit. 






the additional unit to gain extra 


however, this unit won’t contribute 

towards the overall credit value of 

the qualification. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Develop technique for 

performance 

• Unit 02 Rehearse and perform 

Optional 

• Unit 03 Performing arts production 

process 

• Unit 04 Design for performance 

Additional 


arts industry 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Observation Assessment Records 


ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 




191 

Level 2 Certificate in Performance Skills using Acting 

500/9784/2 

Level 2 Certificate in Performance Skills using Dance 

500/9786/6 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 



skills and provides an opportunity 

to further develop skills relating to 

acting in the performance industry. 















Units 

Mandatory 


performance 


Optional 

• Unit 03 Acting skills and techniques 

• Unit 04 Performing scripted plays 

• Unit 05 Devising plays 

Additional 


arts industry 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 











pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 




opportunity to further develop skills 

relating to dance in the performance 

industry. 















Units 

Mandatory 


performance 


Optional 

• Unit 03 Contemporary dance 

• Unit 04 Performing dance 

Additional 


arts industry 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 




193 

Level 2 Certificate in Performance Skills using Music 

500/9919/X 

Level 1 Award in Photography 

601/3390/9 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 




opportunity to further develop skills 

relating to music in the performance 

industry. 















Units 

Mandatory 


performance 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 











pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



individuals who wish to develop 

an understanding of basic 

photographic processes. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Use a camera to capture 

creative images 

• Unit 02 Digital image manipulation 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 

Optional 

• Unit 03 Developing as a musical 

performer 

• Unit 04 Solo musical performance 

• Unit 05 Working as a musical 

ensemble 

Additional 


arts industry 




195 

Level 2 Certificate in Photography 

601/3391/0 

Level 1 Certificate in Photography 

Level 1 Extended Certificate in Photography 

Certificate: 601/2448/9 Extended Certificate: 601/2451/9 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



• Level 1 Award in Photography 

• Level 1 Diploma in Photography 

• Level 1 Award in Technical Theatre 


This qualification is aimed at 

learners wishing to develop an 

understanding of photographic 

processes and the photo imaging 

industry for a career change, 

progression into self-employment or 

to further qualifications in creative 

subjects at Level 3. 

The qualification will also allow 

learners to understand how to 

manipulate images and explore in 

detail one of the following areas of 

photography: 

• darkroom 

• studio 

• location 

• commercial 

• documentary 

• experimental and alternative 

processes. 



10 units. 



2 units from Group A and one unit 

from Group B, a total of 16 credits. 

Units 

Group A 

• Unit 01 Explore photographic 

equipment, techniques, materials 

and resources 

• Unit 02 Develop and adapt 

photographic ideas 

• Unit 03 Introduction to the photo 

imaging industry 

Group B 

• Unit 04 Darkroom processing and 

printing 

• Unit 05 Studio photography 

• Unit 06 Location photography 

• Unit 07 Commercial photography 

• Unit 08 Documentary photography 

• Unit 09 Experimental and 

alternative process photography 

• Unit 10 Presenting a portfolio of 

photographic images 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



• Features and Benefits 



Reference: 






Credit value: 







pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 


These qualifications are aimed 

at those individuals wishing to 

develop an understanding of basic 

photographic processes. The 

qualifications will also allow learners 

to understand how to manipulate 

images and explore in detail the 

following areas of photography: 

• people 

• landscapes 

• events 

• buildings 

• action 

• close-up images 

• abstract images. 


are to support learners to progress 

either into employment or on 

to further qualifications at Level 

2 in creative subjects including 

photography, art and design, 

craft, animation and moving image 

production. 



9 units. 

To be awarded the Certificate 

in Photography, learners must 

successfully complete one unit from 

Group A and 2 units from Group B. 


Certificate, learners must successfully 

complete both units from Group A 

and 3 units from Group B. 

Units 

Group A 

• Unit 01 Use a camera to capture 

creative images 

• Unit 02 Digital image manipulation 


Group B 

• Unit 03 Introduction to capturing 

and producing images of people 


and producing images of 

landscapes 


and producing images of events 


and producing images of buildings 


and producing images of action 


and producing close-up images 


and producing abstract images 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Suitability 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 




197 

Level 2 Extended Certificate in Photography 

Level 2 Diploma in Photography 

Extended Certificate: 601/2625/5 Diploma: 601/2626/7 

NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Photography 

NCFE Level 3 Diploma in Photography 




Reference: 


Diploma: 601/2626/7 



Diploma: 390 

Credit value: 


Diploma: 52 



Diploma: £95 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 



learners wishing to develop an 

understanding of photographic 

processes and the photo imaging 

industry. The qualifications will also 

allow learners to understand how 

to manipulate images and explore 

in detail the following areas of 

photography: 

• darkroom 

• studio 

• location 

• commercial 

• documentary 

• experimental and alternative 

processes. 

The objective of these qualifications 

is to support learners to progress 

into employment in the industry 

or on to further qualifications at 

Level 3 in creative subjects including 

photography, art and design, 

craft, animation and moving image 

production, or into employment. 



10 units. 


Certificate, learners must 

successfully complete all units from 

Group A and 2 units from Group B, a 

total of 28 credits. 


must successfully complete all units 

from Group A and 5 units from group 

B, a total of 52 credits. 

Units 

Group A 

• Unit 01 Explore photographic 

equipment, techniques, materials 

and resources 

• Unit 02 Develop and adapt 

photographic ideas 

• Unit 03 Introduction to the photo 

imaging industry 

Group B 

• Unit 04 Darkroom processing and 

printing 

• Unit 05 Studio photography 

• Unit 06 Location photography 

• Unit 07 Commercial photography 

• Unit 08 Documentary photography 

• Unit 09 Experimental and 

alternative process photography 

• Unit 10 Presenting a portfolio of 

photographic images 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 

• Qualification Support Pack (Diploma) 

Suitability 





Reference: 


Diploma: 601/0377/2 

UCAS Points: 


Diploma: 120 




Credit value: 



Diploma: 73 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 

The Level 3 Diploma in Photography 

features on the DfE list of 16-19 

Performance Tables: Tech Level 

qualifications 2016 and 2017 



for learners who want to further 

develop their photography 

knowledge and skills. They are 

endorsed by the Royal Photographic 

Society and the Diploma is a 

recognised exemption for the RPS 

Licentiateship distinction. 




the first 2 units from Group A and a 

minimum of one unit from Group C. 


must successfully complete 5 units 

from Group A, 2 units from Group B 

and 2 units from Group C. 

Units 

Group A 

• Use camera techniques to 

creatively control visual outcomes 

• Print and present a portfolio of 

photographs 

• Plan and complete a photographic 

project 

• Safety in the workplace for 

photography 

• Awareness of employment in the 

creative media sector 

Group B 

• Image processing, manipulation 

and storage 

• The history of photography 

• Image documentation and storage 

Group C 

• Studio photography 

• Documentary photography 

• Location photography 

• Portrait photography 

• Experimental photographic 

imaging 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 




199 

Level 1 Award in Podcasting 

500/8063/5 

Level 2 Award in Podcasting 

500/8047/7 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 



with the opportunity to investigate 

the process of planning, preparing 

and producing a podcast. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Plan and produce a podcast 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 












pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 



with the opportunity to investigate 

the process of planning, preparing 

and producing a podcast. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Plan and produce a podcast 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 




201 

Level 1 Award in Radio 

601/4177/3 

Level 2 Certificate in Radio 

601/4204/2 



Reference: 601/4177/3 






pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 



• provide an introduction to radio 

• provide a supportive progression 

route into further learning 

• develop technical skills and 

knowledge within radio. 

The objective of this qualification is 

to help learners to progress on to a 

Level 2 qualification in radio or other 

related qualifications, with a view to 

further learning or employment. 






complete one mandatory unit 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Record, edit and produce 

audio for radio 

Optional 

• Unit 02 Develop and use radio 

news research skills 


presentation skills 

• Unit 04 Explore employment 

opportunities in the radio industry 

• Unit 05 Understand the role of a 

radio production assistant 


production assistant skills 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Reference: 601/4204/2 






pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 



• provide a supportive progression 

route into further learning 

• develop intermediate technical 

skills and knowledge within radio. 

The objective of this qualification is 

to help learners to progress on to a 

Level 3 qualification in radio or other 

related qualifications, with a view to 

further learning or employment. 






2 mandatory units and 2 optional units. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Create a radio programme 

• Unit 02 Prepare for employment in 

the radio industry 

Optional 

• Unit 03 Digital audio in radio 

production 

• Unit 04 Radio Production 

Assistant skills 

• Unit 05 Record audio for radio 

production 

• Unit 06 Set up a webcasting 

operation 

• Unit 07 Write a radio commercial 

• Unit 08 Radio journalism skills 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 



• Level 2 Certificate in Radio Production 

• Level 1 Award in Podcasting 




203 

Level 3 Diploma in Radio 

501/0262/X 

Level 1 Award in Technical Theatre 

500/9631/X 





Hours (GLH): 290-330 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2021 



progression into commercial radio 

and other broadcast employment. 

This qualification, which has been 

developed with a group of industry 

practitioners and employers, 

assesses the competence of learners 

who’d like to enter or who already 

work in the radio industry. 


The qualification is structured in such 

a way that learners can take a broad 

combination of units, or choose one 

of 6 specialised pathways in: 

• content 

• technical production 

• production 

• research 

• image and commercial production 

• presentation. 



the 2 mandatory units plus at least 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Work effectively in radio 

• Unit 02 Research the structure of 

the radio industry 






Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 












pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2016 



learners to assist in preparing a 

venue for a production. Learners 

will explore different roles and 

responsibilities of a theatre 

technician and will have the 

opportunity to work with stage 

sound and lighting systems in a 

theatre environment. 

Learners will also learn about 

different types of stage and scenery 

construction skills and have an 

opportunity to assist in the creation 

of characters whilst maintaining safe 

working practices. 

This qualification also enables 

learners to develop their 

communication and team 

working skills. 



mandatory unit, 4 optional units 

and 3 additional units. 



the one mandatory unit and at least 








Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 The role of the theatre 

technician 

Additional 


work 



Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 



ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 

Optional 

• Unit 02 Assist with preparing and 

using stage sound systems and 

effects 

• Unit 03 Assist with preparing and 

using stage lighting systems and 

effects 

• Unit 04 Assist in creating stage sets 

• Unit 05 Assist in creating stage 

characters 




205 

Level 2 Award in Preparing to Work in the Film Industry 

Level 2 Extended Award in Preparing to Work in the Film Industry 

Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to Work in the Film Industry 

Award: 601/4488/9 Extended Award: 601/4490/7 Certificate: 601/4489/0 

Level 2 Diploma in Performance Skills 

601/5637/5 



Reference: 

Award: 601/4488/9 

Extended Award: 601/4490/7 



Award: 40 

Extended Award: 51-70 


Credit value: 

Award: 6 

Extended Award: 8 



Award: £25 

Extended Award: £42 



Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


The NCFE Level 2 Award, Extended 

Award and Certificate in Preparing 

to Work in the Film Industry have 

been developed to meet industry 

needs by colleagues from the British 

Film Institute (BFI) Film Academy and 

Creative Skillset. 

The qualifications will develop 

young people’s interest, passion and 

skills to help them in their potential 

careers across the film industry. 

They will help them develop their 

own ideas, build individual strengths 

and foster their confidence to create 

effective working relationships. 

The BFI envisages that the 

qualifications would be delivered 

to 16-19 year old learners through 

regular weekend or early evening 

film courses. 

They will give a further entry route 

into the Creative Industries, and 

in particular progression into the 

Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in 

Creative and Digital Media. 


Level 2 Award in Preparing 

to Work in the Film Industry 



Level 2 Extended Award in 

Preparing to Work in the Film 

Industry 



the 1 mandatory unit and at least 2 

credits from the optional units. 

Level 2 Certificate in Preparing to 

Work in the Film Industry 



the 1 mandatory unit and at least 9 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Develop own working 

practice for the film industry 

Optional 

• Unit 02 Develop a treatment or 

script for a short film production 

• Unit 03 Follow the film production 

process to create a short film 

• Unit 04 Awareness of the 

post-production process in film 

• Unit 05 Use editing to tell the story 

in film 

• Unit 06 Use animation in a short 

film production 

• Unit 07 Use sound in a short film 

production 

• Unit 08 Awareness of the 

distribution process for film 

productions 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Creative Skillset 

• The British Film Institute 

Suitability 







Hours (GLH): 330-348 



Qualification 



end date: 31/07/2021 



• develop learners’ understanding 

of a variety of approaches to 

performance 

• provide learners with a chance 

to give and receive feedback on 

aspects of their own and others’ 

performance skills. 




complete all mandatory units and 4 


Units 

Mandatory 


• Unit 02 Prepare for an audition 

• Unit 03 The healthy and safe 

performer 

Optional 

• Unit 04 Develop solo performance 

skills 

• Unit 05 Develop ensemble 



for performers 

• Unit 07 Performance in a chosen 

specialism 

• Unit 08 Performing in musical 

theatre 

• Unit 09 Plan and promote a 

performance 

• Unit 10 Research performance 

spaces 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 



• 16-18 

ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 





207 

Level 3 Diploma in Performance Skills 

601/5481/0 

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Performance Skills 

601/5815/3 





Hours (GLH): 305-312 




applying for UCAS points 

Qualification 






performance 





• develop learners’ understanding of 

the performance industry. 



learners are required to complete all 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 



• 16-18 





Hours (GLH): 432-444 




applying for UCAS points 

Qualification 






performance 





• develop learners’ understanding of 

the performance industry. 



learners are required to complete all 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 



• 16-18 

ARTS, MEDIA 

& PUBLISHING 


end date: 31/07/2022 

Units 

Mandatory 




performer 


end date: 31/07/2022 

Units 

Mandatory 




performer 

Optional 



• Unit 05 Develop teaching skills in 

performance 


skills 




specialism 


theatre 


performance 

• Unit 11 Specialist research project 

Optional 



• Unit 05 Develop teaching skills in 

performance 


skills 




specialism 


theatre 


performance 

• Unit 11 Specialist research project 


Leisure, Travel & Tourism 

209 

Contents 

Title 


Number 

Level 1 Certificate in Exploring the Aviation Industry 600/5588/1 210 



Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Activity Leadership 600/0413/7 213 

Level 2 Certificate in Aviation Operations on the Ground (Knowledge) 501/1281/8 214 

Level 2 Certificate in Introduction to Cabin Crew 600/0474/5 215 

Level 2 Certificate in Principles and Practices of Coaching Sport 601/3263/2 216 

Level 2 Award for Resort Representatives 600/7817/0 217 



Level 2 Certificate in the Principles and Preparations for Coaching Sport 501/1151/6 220 

Level 2 Award in the Principles of Customer Service in Hospitality, Leisure, Travel and Tourism 600/5943/6 221 

Level 2 Extended Award in the Principles of Customer Service in Hospitality, Leisure, Travel 

and Tourism 

600/2028/3 222 

Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning 501/1079/2 223 

Level 1 Award in Exercise Studies 500/7997/9 224 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness 501/1996/5 225 

Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing 500/8513/X 226 

Level 2 Award in Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition 500/8516/5 227 

Level 2 Award in Introductory Work in the Outdoors 600/5042/1 228 

Level 2 Certificate in Introductory Work in the Outdoors 600/6302/6 229 

Level 3 Award in Nutrition for Physical Activity 600/8314/1 230 

Level 2 Certificate in Outdoor Activity Leadership 600/0414/9 231 

Level 3 Diploma for Outdoor Learning 600/3150/5 232 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Outdoor Programmes 600/3112/8 233 

Level 1 Award in Personal Development for the Outdoor Industry 501/1080/9 234 

Level 2 Award for Preparing to Work in the Cruise and Passenger Shipping Industry 601/0245/7 235 

Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training 500/8526/8 236 

Level 1 Certificate in Preparation for Event Volunteering 600/6046/3 237 

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Personal Training 501/1999/0 238 



Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Spectator Safety Management 600/2184/6 241 

Level 2 Award in Understanding Stewarding at Spectator Events 500/5546/X 242 

Level 1 Award in Sport 601/2622/X 243 




Level 2 Certificate in Sport 601/3060/X 245 


Level 2 Extended Diploma in Sport 601/3061/1 245 

Level 1 NVQ Award in Sport and Active Leisure 600/9053/4 246 

Level 1 Award in Sport and Leisure 500/8059/3 247 

Level 1 Award in Travel and Tourism 601/3231/0 248 

Level 1 Certificate in Travel and Tourism 601/3230/9 248 

Level 2 Diploma in Tourist Guiding 600/6420/1 249 

Level 3 Certificate in Travel Services 500/9791/X 250 

NEW Level 1 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning v.certs 601/4662/X 251 

NEW Level 2 Certificate in Health and Fitness v.certs 601/4534/1 252 

NEW Level 2 Extended Certificate in Understanding Stewarding at Spectator Events 601/5252/7 253 

NEW Level 2 Certificate in Travel Services 500/9846/9 254 

NEW Level 2 Certificate in Travel and Tourism 601/6266/1 255 

NEW Level 2 Extended Certificate in Travel and Tourism 601/6267/3 255 

NEW Level 2 Diploma in Travel and Tourism 601/6268/5 255 

LEISURE, TRAVEL 

& TOURISM 


210 Leisure, Travel & Tourism 


211 

Level 1 Certificate in Exploring the Aviation Industry 

600/5588/1 

Level 2 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning 

501/1810/9 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2017 



introduction to the aviation 

industry and aims to give learners 

the opportunity to progress on to 

various other qualifications in the 

travel and tourism sector. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 The aviation industry 

• Unit 02 Aviation terminology 

• Unit 03 Airport locational 

geography 

• Unit 04 Customer service in 

aviation 

• Unit 05 Team work in the aviation 

industry 

• Unit 06 Preparation for entry 

to employment in the aviation 

industry 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



• Aviation and Cabin Crew 

Resource List 


Suitability 



• Progression to apprenticeships 










Qualification 



end date: 30/04/2020 




required by learners to achieve 


Responsibilities (ERR) component 

of the Apprenticeships in the Active 

Leisure and Learning sector. 







Units 

Mandatory 


employment rights and 


• Unit 02 Understanding the active 

leisure and 

learning sector 


employing organisation 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 




& TOURISM 






213 

Level 3 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning 

501/1812/2 

Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Activity Leadership 

600/0413/7 









Qualification 



end date: 30/04/2021 




required by learners to achieve 


Responsibilities (ERR) component 

of the Apprenticeships in the Active 

Leisure and Learning sector. 







Units 

Mandatory 


employment rights and 


• Unit 02 Understanding the active 

leisure and 

learning sector 


employing organisation 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 01/03/2018 


This qualification will enable learners 

to prepare, lead and conclude 

activity sessions. 




units. 





Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Prepare for activity sessions 

• Unit 02 Lead activity sessions 

• Unit 03 Conclude and review 

activity sessions 

• Unit 04 Support the work of the 

team and organisation 

• Unit 05 Promote health, safety 

and welfare in active leisure and 

recreation 

• Unit 06 Support equality and 

diversity in active leisure and 

recreation 




Assessment 




Mandatory 


• SkillsActive Evidence Requirements 

and Assessment Guidance 

Optional 



Suitability 




& TOURISM 





• Level 2 Certificate in Outdoor Activity 

Leadership 

• Level 2 Certificate in the Principles and 

Preparations for Coaching Sport 




215 

Level 2 Certificate in Aviation Operations on the Ground (Knowledge) 

501/1281/8 

Level 2 Certificate in Introduction to Cabin Crew 

600/0474/5 









Qualification 



end date: 30/06/2019 



learners interested in aviation 

operations. It aims to provide 

learners with skills in health, safety, 

security and communications 

required to work within an aviation 

environment. 



mandatory units, 10 optional units 

and one additional unit. 





If learners wish to achieve this 

knowledge-based qualification as 

part of an Apprenticeship, they must 

complete 3 mandatory units, at least 

one optional unit and the additional 

unit (unit 14). 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Health and safety within 

aviation 

• Unit 02 Aviation security 

• Unit 03 Aviation communications 

Optional 

• Unit 04 Airport check in services 

• Unit 05 Aircraft boarding and 

arrival services 

• Unit 06 Airport baggage 

processing 

• Unit 07 Loading and unloading of 

aircraft 

• Unit 08 Airport baggage facilities 

• Unit 09 Aviation passengers with 

special requirements 

• Unit 10 Aircraft load instruction 

reports 

• Unit 11 Aircraft marshalling 

• Unit 12 Support flight operations 

• Unit 13 Aircraft dispatch process 

Additional 

• Unit 14 Employment rights and 

responsibilities in the passenger 

transport sector 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Resource List 

Suitability 







Hours (GLH): 153-156 




Qualification 



end date: 30/06/2019 



learners who’d like to work as cabin 

crew, including the duties carried 

out by cabin crew in the crew room. 



mandatory units and one additional 

unit. 




If learners wish to achieve the 

knowledge-based qualification as 

part of the Apprenticeship, they must 

complete the 6 mandatory units plus 

one additional unit (unit 07). 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Working as cabin crew 

• Unit 02 Airline health, safety and 

security 

• Unit 03 Aircraft emergency 

situations 

• Unit 04 Dealing with passengers 

on board an aircraft 

• Unit 05 Cabin service - selling 

techniques 

• Unit 06 Making passenger 

announcements on board 

an aircraft 

Additional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Resource List 

• Cabin Crew Mapping Guidelines 


Suitability 




& TOURISM 




• Level 2 Award for Resort Representatives 

• Level 2 Certificate in Aviation Operations 

on the Ground (Knowledge) 





217 

Level 2 Certificate in Principles and Practices of Coaching Sport 

601/3263/2 

Level 2 Award for Resort Representatives 

600/7817/0 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 30/09/2018 



introduction to coaching sport. 

Learners will understand the 

principles of coaching sport and 

will apply this knowledge to plan, 

prepare and deliver a coaching 

session. 







Units 

Mandatory 


fundamentals of coaching sport 

• Unit 02 Understanding how to 

develop participant(s) through 

coaching sport 

• Unit 03 Supporting participant(s)’ 

lifestyle through coaching sport 


principles of safe and equitable 

coaching practice 

• Unit 05 Prepare to deliver a sports 

coaching session 

• Unit 06 Deliver a sports coaching 

session 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 












Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


This qualification provides the skills, 


required to carry out the role of 

a resort representative. It’s ideal 

for those seeking employment 

as well as those already working 

in the industry without formal 

qualifications. 








Units 

Mandatory 


opportunities for Resort 

Representatives 

• Unit 02 Understand the role of a 

Representative in a resort 

• Unit 03 Prepare for the start of the 

holiday season 

• Unit 04 Manage airport and 

transport duties 

Optional 

• Unit 05 Investigate the role of 

the Children’s Representative in a 

holiday resort 

• Unit 06 Investigate the role of the 

Entertainment Representative in a 

holiday resort 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Briefing Note 

• Customer Concern Report 

• Property Checklist 

• Incident Report Form 

Suitability 





& TOURISM 




219 

Level 1 Award in the Principles of Coaching Sport 

600/0460/5 

Level 2 Award in the Principles of Coaching Sport 

500/9847/0 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 30/09/2017 


This qualification aims to provide an 

introduction to sports coaching and 

provide learners with the skills and 

principles to safely deliver sports 

coaching sessions. 







Units 

Mandatory 




principles of planning coaching 

activities in sport 


principles of conducting coaching 



principles of evaluating coaching 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 












pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 30/09/2018 


This qualification is ideal for sports 

performers who wish to obtain an 

introductory level sports coaching 

qualification. Learners will be able to 

develop the fundamental skills and 

principles required to safely deliver 

sports coaching sessions. 







Units 

Mandatory 






• Unit 03 Supporting participant(s’) 





Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Suitability 




& TOURISM 





221 

Level 2 Certificate in the Principles and Preparations for Coaching Sport 

501/1151/6 

Level 2 Award in the Principles of Customer Service in Hospitality, 


600/5943/6 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 30/09/2018 



introduction to coaching sport. 

Learners will be able to develop the 

fundamental skills and principles 

required to safely deliver sports 

coaching sessions. 







Units 

Mandatory 






• Unit 03 Supporting participant(s’) 





• Unit 05 Assist in the delivery of a 

sports activity session 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 












pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 30/06/2019 


This qualification covers the 

principles of customer service 

in hospitality, leisure, travel and 

tourism. It’s suitable for anyone 

looking to work in this sector or 

progress onto further learning 

within this sector. This qualification 

may be taken by those in full 

time or part time education or as 

preparation for employment by 

those who may be unemployed or 

looking for a career or job change. 

The skills and knowledge gained 

in this unit are transferable across 

all sectors. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Principles of customer 

service in hospitality, leisure, travel 

and tourism 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Candidate Assessment Workbook 

Suitability 






& TOURISM 






223 

Level 2 Extended Award in the Principles of Customer Service in 

Hospitality, Leisure, Travel and Tourism 

600/2028/3 

Level 2 Certificate in Event Planning 

501/1079/2 









Qualification 



end date: 30/06/2019 


This qualification is of benefit to 

anyone already working in the 

service sector and is well recognised 

within the industry as the standard 

for customer service training. 

It’s also ideal for those wishing to 

work in service sector operations 

either on a seasonal, casual, 

voluntary or permanent basis. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Cultural awareness 

• Unit 02 The role of a customer 

service representative in 

welcoming tourists and visitors to 

their destination 



and tourism 

• Unit 04 Meet the requirements 

of customers in the hospitality, 

leisure, travel and tourism industry, 

with specific needs 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Candidate Assessment Workbook 

Suitability 













Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 



learners interested in planning 

events. It provides an overview of 

the skills required for successful 

event planning and organisation. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Planning an event 

• Unit 02 Event review and 

evaluation 

• Unit 03 Market research and 

marketing methods in event 

planning 

• Unit 04 Human resource planning 

at events 

• Unit 05 Communication and 

customer service at events 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 




& TOURISM 






225 

Level 1 Award in Exercise Studies 

500/7997/9 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness 

501/1996/5 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2017 



anyone with any level of sports 

ability who is interested in improving 

their performance, enhancing their 

personal development and gaining 

an understanding of the benefits 

of exercise and fitness. School 

leavers, the long-term unemployed 

and those wanting to return to 

education may find this qualification 

of particular benefit. 







Units 

Mandatory 


of exercise and fitness 

• Unit 02 Demonstrate an 

understanding of safety factors 

relating to exercise 

• Unit 03 Apply the principles of a 

training programme 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 





Suitability 








Credit value: 37-39 



Qualification 



end date: 31/07/2019 


This is a competency-based 

qualification ideal for learners 

interested in gaining the 

knowledge, understanding and 

skills to work as a fitness instructor 

in sport and active leisure. Learners 

who successfully complete this 

qualification will be eligible for 

registration with the Register of 

Exercise Professionals (REPs). 






the 5 mandatory units and the 

appropriate 2 optional units for one 

of the 4 pathways. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Anatomy and physiology for 

exercise 

• Work with clients to help them to 

adhere to exercise and physical 

activity 

• Reflect on and develop own 

practice in providing exercise and 

physical activity 

• Principles of exercise, fitness and 

health 

• Promote health, safety and welfare 

in active leisure and recreation 

Optional Pathway - Gym-Based 

Exercise 

• Plan and prepare gym-based 

exercise 

• Instruct and supervise gym-based 

exercise 

Optional Pathway - Exercise to 

Music 

• Plan and prepare group exercise to 

music 

• Instruct group exercise to music 

Optional Pathway - Water-Based 

Exercise 

• Plan and prepare water-based 

exercise 

• Instruct water-based exercise 

Optional Pathway - Exercise and 

Physical Activity for Children 

• Plan and prepare health-related 

exercise and physical activity for 

children 

• Instruct health-related exercise 

and physical activity to children 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


• Evidence Requirements and 

Assessment Guidance 

Optional 


• REP’s CPD Guide 011209 

• REP’s Code of Conduct 2011 

Suitability 




& TOURISM 






227 

Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing 

500/8513/X 

Level 2 Award in Improving Personal Exercise, Health and Nutrition 

500/8516/5 






Credit value: 23-25 



Qualification 



end date: 31/07/2019 




necessary to plan, deliver and 

evaluate safe and effective fitness 

instruction sessions via the context of 

gym, exercise to music, water-based 

exercise or exercise and physical 

activity for children. 

Learners successfully completing 

this qualification will be able to gain 

access to the Register of Exercise 

Professionals (REPs) at Level 2. 







units for the chosen pathway. 

Units 

Mandatory 


exercise 

• Know how to support clients who 

take part in exercise and physical 

activity 

• Health, safety and welfare in a 

fitness environment 

• Principles of exercise, fitness and 

health 

Optional Pathway - Gym-Based 

Exercise 

• Planning gym-based exercise 

• Instructing gym-based exercise 

Optional Pathway - Water-Based 

Exercise 

• Instructing water-based exercise 

• Planning water-based exercise 

Optional Pathway - Exercise and 

Physical Activity for Children 

• Planning health-related exercise 

and physical activity for children 

• Instructing health-related exercise 

and physical activity to children 

Assessment 




Mandatory 




Optional 


(Gym only) 



• Candidate Workbook for 

Mandatory Units 



Suitability 












pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 


This qualification is ideal for those 

who wish to learn how to improve 

their personal health and well-being, 

by introducing them to the 

importance of health and well-being. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understanding health and 

exercise 


nutrition in exercise 

• Unit 03 Planning and preparing for 

personal exercise and nutrition 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 




& TOURISM 

Optional Pathway - Exercise to 

Music 

• Planning group exercise to music 

sessions 

• Instructing group exercise to music 






229 

Level 2 Award in Introductory Work in the Outdoors 

600/5042/1 

Level 2 Certificate in Introductory Work in the Outdoors 

600/6302/6 









Qualification 



end date: 01/03/2018 



learners looking to work in the 

outdoor sector. It provides learners 

with the opportunity to develop 

generic skills such as team work, 

communication, customer service 

and employability. 






the 2 mandatory units (5 credits) 

and a minimum of 5 credits from the 

completion of one of the 3 optional 

unit groups. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 General induction for 

outdoor centre staff 

• Unit 02 Essentials of customer care 

for outdoor centre staff 

Optional (group 1) 

• Unit 03 Organising participants at 

an outdoor centre 


• Unit 04 Working in hospitality and 

support at an outdoor centre 


• Unit 05 Organising an activity 

session at an outdoor centre 

• Unit 06 Responding to health 

emergencies for outdoor centre 

staff 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 












Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 



learners looking to work in the 

outdoor sector. It provides learners 


generic skills such as team work, 

communication, customer service 

and employability. 


The learners must complete 2 

mandatory units plus one unit 

from optional unit group 1 (unless 

taking unit H/600/3826, when the 

additional unit K/600/3827 must also 

be completed) and take unit(s) from 

optional unit group 2 to make up a 

minimum of 14 credits in total for the 

full certificate. 

As this qualification has units that 

cross over into more than one 

optional group it doesn’t follow the 

standard unit numbering (eg unit 

01, 02 etc). Please use the Ofqual 

unit numbers when claiming for 

certificates. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• General induction for outdoor 

centre staff 

• Essentials of customer care for 

outdoor centre staff 


• Organising participants at an 

outdoor centre 

• Working in hospitality and support 

at an outdoor centre 

• Organising an activity session at an 

outdoor centre 

• Responding to health emergencies 



• Promote health, safety and welfare 

in active leisure and recreation 

• Safeguarding and protecting 

children and young people in sport 

and active leisure 

• Manage personal development 

• Set up, take down and store 

activity equipment 

• Check and service activity 

equipment 

• Using trailers in the workplace 

• IT software fundamentals 

• Administer finance and 

information 

• Food safety in catering 

• Cleaning in active leisure 

• Support children and young 

people’s play and leisure 

• Responding to health emergencies 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• IT2 Assessment Strategy 

• Skills Active Assessment Strategy 

for NVQs and SVQs 

• Skills Active 2CF Evidence 

Requirements and Assessment 

Guidance 

• TDA Assessment Principles 

Suitability 





& TOURISM 




231 

Level 3 Award in Nutrition for Physical Activity 

600/8314/1 

Level 2 Certificate in Outdoor Activity Leadership 

600/0414/9 









Qualification 



end date: 31/07/2020 



the learner with the underpinning 

knowledge of the principles of 

nutrition, its relation to physical 

activity and setting nutritional goals 

with clients. This includes collecting 

and using nutritional information. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Applying the principles 

of nutrition to a physical activity 

programme 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 












Qualification 



end date: 01/03/2018 


This is an ideal qualification for those 

who are considering extending 

their knowledge, understanding 

and practice in leading outdoor 

activities. This qualification is 

suitable for anyone working in, or 

considering working in, the sports 

development or outdoor industries. 







units. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Organising an activity 

session at an outdoor centre 

• Unit 02 Responding to health 

emergencies for outdoor centre 

staff 

• Unit 03 Develop a personal 

effectiveness profile and action 

plan 

• Unit 04 Develop positive working 

relationships 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 





& TOURISM 

Optional 

• Unit 05 Support the promotion of 

an outdoor activity 

• Unit 06 Awareness of safeguarding 


outdoor activities 

• Unit 07 Explore and understand 

natural environments via field 

study activities 



• Deciding on the Right Job for You 

• Level 2 Award in Nutrition and Health 





233 

Level 3 Diploma for Outdoor Learning 

600/3150/5 

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Outdoor Programmes 

600/3112/8 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2021 


This qualification is ideal for those 

with some experience in the 

outdoor industry who are seeking 

to develop their knowledge 

and understanding of outdoor 

environments. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Career pathways and 

professional development in the 

outdoor industry 

• Unit 02 Understand the physical 

environment 

• Unit 03 Understand the functions 

and features of outdoor clothing 

and safety equipment 

• Unit 04 Plan for offsite multi-day 

visits 

• Unit 05 Prepare to deliver 

experientially-based outdoor 

learning 

• Unit 06 Deliver experientiallybased 

outdoor learning sessions 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 







Hours (GLH): 185-351 




Qualification 



end date: 01/03/2019 


This qualification is ideal for learners 

with some previous experience 

of working in the outdoor sector, 

with a high level of commitment to 

a career in the outdoor industry, 

looking to further develop their 

skills, competence, knowledge and 

understanding of the outdoor sector. 



pathways: 

Outdoor Recreation 

This pathway consists of 5 mandatory 





units from optional Group A and 2 

different units from optional Group B. 

Outdoor Education 







Outdoor Development Training 







Additional Mandatory Units 

(Outdoor Education pathway) 

• Facilitate education in the 

outdoors 

• Promote the transfer of learning 

from outdoor experiences 

Additional Mandatory Units 

(Outdoor Development Training 

pathway) 

• Design outdoor development 

training programmes 

• Facilitate learning using outdoor 

development training 

• Promote the transfer of learning 

from outdoor experiences 

For a full list of optional units, please 

visit our advanced qualification 


Assessment 




Mandatory 




Optional 



& TOURISM 

Units 

Mandatory (all pathways) 

• Contribute to improving personal 

and organisational performance 

• Organise people and resources for 

outdoor programmes 

• Ensure the health, safety, welfare 

and security of customers and staff 

• Promote the conservation of the 

environment 

• Establish and maintain effective 

working relationships in the 

outdoors 




235 

Level 1 Award in Personal Development for the Outdoor Industry 

501/1080/9 

Level 2 Award for Preparing to Work in the Cruise and Passenger 

Shipping Industry 

601/0245/7 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


This is a short, accessible 

qualification which gives learners an 

opportunity to progress to further 

study and career development 

within the various sectors in the 

outdoor industry. It gives learners a 

taste of what’s involved in working 

in the outdoor industry and allows 

learners to develop a wide range 

of personal, transferable skills (eg 

teamwork, communication skills, 

self-assessment, planning and 

development and environmental 

awareness). 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Outdoor industry 

awareness 

• Unit 02 Develop a personal 

effectiveness profile and action 

plan 

• Unit 03 Assist in the delivery of an 

outdoor activity session 

• Unit 04 Job and training search 

skills 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 












pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



learners seeking employment within 

the cruise and passenger shipping 

industry and anyone wishing to 

continue their travel and tourism 

studies. Alternatively this could be 

suitable for individuals who wish to 

formalise and develop their existing 

experience and skills. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understanding the cruise 

and passenger shipping industry 

• Unit 02 Effective sales and 

marketing within the cruise and 

passenger shipping industry 

• Unit 03 Prepare for work within 

the cruise and passenger shipping 

industry 

• Unit 04 Effective customer service 

on board a cruise and passenger 

ship 

• Unit 05 Passenger and crew safety 

at sea 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Suitability 






& TOURISM 




237 

Level 3 Certificate in Personal Training 

500/8526/8 

Level 1 Certificate in Preparation for Event Volunteering 

600/6046/3 









Qualification 



end date: 31/07/2020 


This qualification is ideal for those in 

the exercise and fitness sector who 

wish to complement their existing 

skills. Learners must have achieved 

the NCFE Level 2 Certificate in 

Fitness Instructing before enrolling 

on this qualification. 


learners with the understanding 

and practical skills needed to 

work as a personal trainer in a 

variety of settings. This includes 

understanding health and safety in 

a fitness environment, customer 

service, anatomy and physiology, 

personal training programmes and 

sessions, and nutrition. 

Learners who successfully complete 

this qualification will be able to gain 

access to the Register of Exercise 

Professionals (REPs) at Level 3. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Know how to support 

clients who take part in exercise 

and physical activity 

• Unit 02 Health, safety and welfare 

in a fitness environment 

• Unit 03 Principles of exercise, 

fitness and health 

• Unit 04 Anatomy and physiology 

for exercise and health 

• Unit 05 Programming personal 

training with clients 

• Unit 06 Delivering personal 

training sessions 

• Unit 07 Applying the principles 

of nutrition to a physical activity 

programme 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


• SkillsActive Assessment Strategy 

Optional 






Suitability 












pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/10/2017 



wide variety of people from a wealth 

of different backgrounds to develop 

and gain recognition for skills and 

knowledge of event volunteering. 

By increasing understanding of 

the opportunities for employment 

which are available through 

volunteering, this qualification is 

designed to raise aspirations and 

confidence and encourage learners 

to progress to other qualifications or 

employment. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Becoming a volunteer 

• Unit 02 Knowing about 

volunteering at a public event 

• Unit 03 Emergency and basic fire 

awareness 

• Unit 04 Public safety awareness 

• Unit 05 Understanding effective 

customer relations at a public 

event 

• Unit 06 Understanding equality 

and diversity 


understanding conflict resolution 

in a public environment 

• Unit 08 Developing team and 


• Unit 09 Preparing for, reflecting on 

and being a volunteer 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 

• Learner’s Evidence Tracking Sheet 

• Example Logbook for Unit 09 

• Example Risk Assessment template 

for Unit 04 


Suitability 





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239 

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Personal Training 

501/1999/0 

Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Spectator Safety 

600/1333/3 









Qualification 



end date: 31/07/2020 



to provide learners with the 

knowledge, understanding and skills 

to work unsupervised as a personal 

trainer in sport and active leisure. 

Learners who successfully complete 

this qualification will be eligible for 

registration with the Register of 

Exercise Professionals (REPs) as a 

Level 3 Personal Trainer. 



mandatory units and one additional 

unit. 




The additional unit is not required to 

achieve the full qualification. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Reflect on and develop own 

practice in providing exercise and 

physical activity 

• Unit 02 Principles of exercise, 

fitness and health 

• Unit 03 Promote health, safety 

and welfare in active leisure and 

recreation 

• Unit 04 Anatomy and physiology 

for exercise and health 

• Unit 05 Motivate clients to 

maintain long term adherence to 

exercise and physical activity 

• Unit 06 Evaluate exercise and 

physical activity programmes 

• Unit 07 Design, manage and adapt 

a personal training programme 

with clients 

• Unit 08 Deliver exercise and 

physical activity as part of a 

personal training programme 

• Unit 09 Apply the principles of 

nutrition to support client goals 

as part of an exercise and physical 

activity programme 

Additional 

• Unit 10 Plan, market and sell 

services 

Assessment 




Mandatory 




Optional 





Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 01/03/2018 



a nationally recognised, 

competence-based qualification 

that’s appropriate to those 

working at spectator events, such 

as sports events, parades, concerts 

or carnivals. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Prepare for spectator 

events 

• Unit 02 Control the entry, exit and 

movement of people at spectator 

events 

• Unit 03 Monitor spectators and 

deal with crowd problems 

• Unit 04 Support the work of the 

team and organisation 

• Unit 05 Help to manage conflict 

• Unit 06 Deal with accidents and 

emergencies 

Assessment 




Mandatory 




Optional 


• Briefing Sheet 



Suitability 




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• Level 2 Award in Understanding 

Stewarding at Spectator Events 

• Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Spectator Safety 




241 

Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Spectator Safety 

600/1326/6 

Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Spectator Safety Management 

600/2184/6 





Hours (GLH): 110-152 




Qualification 



end date: 01/03/2019 



a nationally-recognised, 


that is appropriate to those working 

at spectator events, especially 

events taking place within sports 

stadiums. It can be achieved by 

learners working in supervisory 

positions at sports events, concerts 

or carnivals and where the safety of 

spectators is paramount. 







units. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Prepare stewards and 

venues for spectator events 

• Unit 02 Maintain stewarding 

in designated areas and deal 

with spectator problems and 

emergencies 


emergencies 

• Unit 04 Develop productive 

working relationships with 

colleagues 





Assessment 




Mandatory 




Optional 





Suitability 







Hours (GLH): 279-433 




Qualification 



end date: 01/03/2019 



a nationally-recognised, 


that’s appropriate to those working 

at spectator events, especially 

events taking place within sports 

stadiums. It is for those working in 

the match-day and events 

stewarding industry. It can be 

achieved by learners working in 

supervisory positions at sports 

events, concerts or carnivals and 

where the safety of spectators is 

paramount. 








Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Plan for the safety of people 

attending a spectator event 

• Unit 02 Ensure the safety of people 

attending a spectator event 

• Unit 03 Assist the organisation to 

develop and implement policies 

• Unit 04 Manage own resources 

and professional development 

• Unit 05 Develop productive 

working relationships with 

colleagues and stakeholders 

• Unit 06 Provide information to 

support decision making 

• Unit 07 Provide learning 

opportunities for colleagues 

Assessment 




Mandatory 




Optional 





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243 

Level 2 Award in Understanding Stewarding at Spectator Events 

500/5546/X 

Level 1 Award and Certificate in Sport 

Award: 601/2622/X Certificate: 601/2623/1 









Qualification 



end date: 30/09/2018 



anyone considering a career in 

stewarding at spectator events. 

It is also suitable for anyone already 

working in the industry on a 

voluntary, part-time or casual basis 

who wishes to formalise and further 

develop their existing experience 

and skills. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 How stewards prepare for 

spectator events 

• Unit 02 How stewards control 

the entry, exit and movement of 

spectators at events 

• Unit 03 How stewards monitor 

crowds and respond to potential 

crowd problems at spectator 

events 

• Unit 04 How to respond to injuries, 

illnesses and other emergencies in 

active leisure and learning 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Materials 

Suitability 






Reference: 

Award: 601/2622/X 



Award: 92-107 


Credit value: 



Award: 12 


Award: £40 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



support the learners’ personal 

development through acquiring 

skills and knowledge in sport, 

exercise and fitness. The 

qualifications also allow learners to 

gain personal transferable skills that 

can be applied to the workplace or 



These qualification consist of 11 


Award 




Certificate 




Units 

Optional 

• Units 01 Taking part in sport 

• Units 02 Sports coaching 

• Units 03 Leading others 

• Units 04 Personal exercise 

and fitness 

• Units 05 Effect of exercise on 

human body systems 

• Units 06 Strength and conditioning 

• Units 07 Health and nutrition 

• Units 08 Developing sports 

volunteering skills 

• Units 09 Assist at a sports event 

• Units 10 Understanding the sport 

and active leisure sector 

• Units 11 Exploring employment in 

the outdoor industry 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



(Certificate only) 

Suitability 





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245 

Level 2 Certificate and Diploma in Sport 


Level 3 Certificate, Diploma and Extended Diploma in Sport 

Certificate: 601/3060/X Diploma: 601/3059/3 Extended Diploma: 601/3061/1 



Reference: 


Diploma: 601/3038/6 



Diploma: 290 - 352 

Credit value: 




Diploma: 42 


Diploma: £95 

pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 


These qualifications aim to give 

learners the introductory skills 

and knowledge to either start 

a career in sport or progress 

within employment in the sector; 

these qualifications give a good 

introduction to the sport sector. 

There are progression opportunities 

available to learners on to NCFE 

Level 3 Sport qualifications and they 

will prepare learners for higher or 

further education, through full-time 

or part-time study. The pathways 

within these qualifications allow 

learners to follow a particular 

specialist area but still allow 

flexibility in the choice of unit 

combinations. 


Certificate 





Diploma 





Units 

Mandatory 

Sport, Exercise and Fitness 

• Participating in sport 


exercise 

• Introduction to healthy exercise 

and nutrition 

Outdoors 


• Outdoor and adventurous 

activities 

• Leading an outdoor activity session 

Working in Sport 


• Understanding business in sport 

• Preparing to work in the sport and 

leisure industry 

Sports Coaching 


• Sports coaching 

• Developing sporting skills and 

tactical awareness 

For a full list of optional units please 



Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 

• Digital Book 


Suitability 





Reference: 


Diploma: 601/3059/3 

Extended Diploma: 601/3061/1 



Diploma: 360 


Credit value: 


Diploma: 60 





Extended Diploma: £138 


Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2021 



support learners’ development by 

providing them with the advanced 

skills and knowledge to either 

start a career in sport or progress 

within employment in the sector. 

They will also provide progression 

opportunities and prepare learners 

for higher or further education. The 

pathways within these qualifications 

allow learners to follow a particular 

specialist area but still allow 

flexibility in the choice of unit 

combinations. 


Certificate 





Diploma 





Extended Diploma 





Units 

Mandatory 

Sport, Exercise and Fitness 

• Exercise, health and lifestyle 

• Principles of anatomy and 

physiology in sport 

Outdoors 


• Principles and practices in outdoor 

adventure 

Sports Coaching 


• Sports coaching 

For a full list of optional units please 



Assessment 




Mandatory 


Suitability 


• Preparation for Work 



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Working in Sport 


• Work experience in sport 




247 

Level 1 NVQ Award in Sport and Active Leisure 

600/9053/4 

Level 1 Award in Sport and Leisure 

500/8059/3 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 30/09/2017 



allow learners to develop and 

practise the skills required for 

employment or career progression 

within the sport and leisure industry. 




units. 





Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Help to provide equipment 

for active leisure, learning and wellbeing 

activities 

• Unit 02 Help to give good levels 

of service to participants and 

customers in active leisure, 

learning and well-being 


emergencies 

Optional 

• Unit 04 Help to maintain active 

leisure, learning and well-being 

activity equipment 

• Unit 05 Lead an activity within an 

active leisure, learning and 

well-being session 

• Unit 06 Help to plan and prepare 

an active leisure, learning and 

well-being session 

• Unit 07 Help to maintain active 

leisure, learning and well-being 

facility areas 

Assessment 




Mandatory 




Suitability 














pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2016 



those seeking employment within 

the sport and leisure industry as 

well as for those already working 

in the industry without formal 

qualifications. It also provides 

a solid basis for progression to 









Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Job opportunities in sport 

and active leisure 

• Unit 02 Working in sport and active 

leisure 

Optional 

• Unit 03 Assist in delivering an 

activity session 

• Unit 04 Planning and participating 

in an event 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 






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249 

Level 1 Award and Certificate in Travel and Tourism 


Level 2 Diploma in Tourist Guiding 

600/6420/1 



Reference: 

Award: 601/3231/0 



Award: 78-82 


Credit value: 



Award: 12 


Award: £40 


pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



• Level 1 Award in Introduction to the 

Travel and Tourism Industry 




the basic principles of the travel and 

tourism industry and allow them 

to explore the various avenues of 

work within this industry. These 

qualifications allow learners to gain 

transferable skills that can be applied 

to the workplace or further study. 




To be awarded the Award, 








Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Customer service in travel 

and tourism 

• Unit 02 Communication skills in 

travel and tourism 

Optional 

• Unit 03 Travel and tourism facilities 

in the UK 

• Unit 04 Hospitality in travel and 

tourism 

• Unit 05 UK visitor attractions 

• Unit 06 Transport for UK tourism 

• Unit 07 UK visitor destinations 

• Unit 08 Promotional material for 

travel and tourism 

• Unit 09 Travel or holiday sales 

• Unit 10 Working in travel and 

tourism 

• Unit 11 Problem solving in travel 

and tourism 

• Unit 12 Working as a team in travel 

and tourism 

• Unit 13 Careers in travel and 

tourism 

• Unit 14 ICT in travel and tourism 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 

• Purpose Statement (Certificate only) 

Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 



• Deciding on the Right Job for You 



learners working as or seeking 

employment as a tourist guide. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Give customers a positive 

impression of yourself and your 

organisation 

• Unit 02 Build and maintain face-toface 

relationships with customers 

• Unit 03 Ensure responsibility for 

actions to reduce risks to health 

and safety 

• Unit 04 Develop and maintain your 

effectiveness at work in a travel 

and tourism environment 

• Unit 05 Lead people on a guided 

tour 

• Unit 06 Present a commentary for 

a guided tour 

• Unit 07 Identify and provide 

tourism-related information and 

advice 

• Unit 08 Cultural awareness 

• Unit 09 The role of a customer 

service representative in 

welcoming tourists and visitors to 

their destination 



and tourism 

• Unit 11 Meet the requirements 

of customers in the hospitality, 

leisure, travel and tourism industry, 

with specific needs 

• Unit 12 Respond to emergency 

and problem situations in tourism 

destinations 

• Unit 13 Local destinations for 

tourist guiding 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• People 1st Assessment Strategy 

• ProSkills Strategy 


Suitability 





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251 

Level 3 Certificate in Travel Services 

500/9791/X 

Level 1 Certificate in Health and Fitness 

601/4662/X 





Hours (GLH): 191-197 




Qualification 



end date: 30/06/2020 


This qualification is knowledge 

based and is part of the framework 

for the Advanced Apprenticeship in 

Travel Services. 

The Apprenticeship will suit learners 

who are working or looking to 

work within the travel and tourism 

industry as a travel consultant, 

overseas representative, tour 

operator or working in the head 

office of a tour operator. 






the one mandatory unit and the 

following number of credits from the 

optional units in the chosen pathway: 

• Leisure and Business – minimum of 

7 credits 

• Tour Operators Head Office – 

minimum of 7 credits 

• Tour Operators Field Staff – 

minimum of 8 credits. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Worldwide travel and tourism 

destinations 

Optional Pathway - Leisure and 

Business 

• Travel planning 

• Travel insurance 

• Travel and tourism destinations - 

England 


Scotland 


Ireland 


Wales 

• Air fares and ticketing 

• Principles of supervising customer 

service performance in hospitality, 

leisure, travel and tourism 

• Special interest holiday and 

independent travel 

Optional Pathway - Tour 

Operators - Head Office 


• Principles of marketing for travel 

and tourism 

• Travel insurance 

• Development of tour operators’ 

products and services 

• Special interest holidays and 

independent travel 





Operators - Field Staff 

• Principles of marketing for travel 

and tourism 

• Development of tour operators’ 

products and services 

• Planning and delivering guided 

tours 




Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Qualification Support Pack (Field 

Staff only) 

Suitability 










pre-16 


equivalent to one 

GCSE in the 2017 tables 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2021 




GCSE in the 2017 KS4 Performance Tables. 


The NCFE Level 1 Certificate in 

Health and Fitness is the vocational 

equivalent of a GCSE qualification. It 

is aimed at 14-16 year olds studying 

their Key Stage 4 curriculum and 

interested in any of the health and 

fitness contexts such as exercise, 

lifestyles and diet. 


learners with an interest in health 

and fitness. It will give learners 

a basic understanding of how 

fitness contributes to a healthy 

lifestyle. It will also provide them 


and experience their own fitness 

programme. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to health, 

fitness and exercise 

• Unit 02 Understanding a healthy 

lifestyle 

• Unit 03 Planning an exercise session 

• Unit 04 Understanding a personal 

fitness programme 

Assessment 



set and marked written examination. 


Mandatory 


Optional 








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253 

Level 2 Certificate in Health and Fitness 

601/4534/1 

Level 2 Extended Certificate in Understanding Stewarding at Spectator Events 

601/5252/7 








pre-16 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2022 







Health and Fitness is the vocational 




interested in any of the health and 

fitness contexts such as exercise, 

lifestyles and diet. 


for learners with an interest in 

health and fitness. It will provide 

learners with experience of using 

different training techniques and 

methods to enable them to use 

these within further education or 

apprenticeships. It will also provide 

them with the opportunity to 

develop and experience their own 

fitness programme. 







Units 

Mandatory 


fitness 

• Unit 02 Healthy lifestyles 

• Unit 03 Preparing and planning for 

health and fitness 

• Unit 04 Develop a personal health 

and fitness programme 

Assessment 





Mandatory 


Optional 











Hours (GLH): 135-140 




Qualification 



end date: 30/09/2018 



with an introduction to the role 

of a steward at spectator events. 

Learners will develop the knowledge 

and understanding of spectator 

control, including monitoring 

crowds, controlling the movement 

of spectators, preparing for events, 

communication and customer 

service, team working, health and 

safety, safeguarding and fire safety 

principles. 







and at least 12 credits from the 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 How stewards control 

the entry, exit and movement of 

spectators at events 

• Unit 02 How stewards monitor 

crowds and respond to potential 

crowd problems at spectator events 

• Unit 03 How stewards prepare for 


• Unit 04 How to respond to injuries, 

illnesses and other emergencies in 

active leisure and learning 

Optional 


customer service at spectator events 

• Unit 06 Understand how effective 

teams work 

• Unit 07 Health and safety in a work 

environment 

• Unit 08 Fire safety principles 

• Unit 09 Safeguarding children and 

vulnerable people at spectator events 

• Unit 10 Conflict resolution at 


• Unit 11 Understanding equality and 

diversity 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Materials 


Suitability 






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255 

Level 2 Certificate in Travel Services 

500/9846/9 

Level 2 Certificate in Travel and Tourism 

Level 2 Extended Certificate in Travel and Tourism 

Level 2 Diploma in Travel and Tourism 

Certificate: 601/6266/1 Extended Certificate: 601/6267/3 Diploma: 601/6268/5 





Hours (GLH): 122-123 




Qualification 



end date: 30/06/2019 


This qualification is knowledge 

based and is part of the framework 

for the Intermediate Apprenticeship 

in Travel Services. 

The Apprenticeship will suit learners 

who are working or looking to 

work within the travel and tourism 

industry as a travel consultant, 

overseas representative, tour 

operator or working in the head 

office of a tour operator. 







and one optional unit from the 

chosen pathway. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Worldwide travel and tourism 

destinations 

• Principles of customer service 

in hospitality, leisure, travel and 

tourism 

Optional Pathway - Leisure and 

Business 

• UK travel and tourism destinations 

• Travel and tourism support 

services 


• Business travel planning 




Operators - Head Office 

• UK travel and tourism destinations 



Optional Pathway- Tour Operators 

- Field Staff 

• Travel and tourism support 

services 


• Planning and delivering guided 

tours 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Qualification Support Pack (Leisure 

and Business only) 

Suitability 






Reference: 



Diploma: 601/6268/5 



Extended Certificate: 360-368 


Credit value: 



Diploma: 48 






pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 


This qualification is for learners who 

are seeking to start a career in travel 

and tourism and those who may wish 

to follow a higher level course in 

general travel and tourism. 




Certificate 



2 mandatory units and at least 2 


Extended Certificate 





Diploma 





Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Customer service in travel 

and tourism 

• Unit 02 The UK travel and tourism 

industry 

Optional 

• Unit 03 Travel and tourism 

destinations 

• Unit 04 Promotion in travel and 

tourism 

• Unit 05 UK purpose built visitor 

attractions 

• Unit 06 Understanding package 

holidays 

• Unit 07 Travel agency operations 

• Unit 08 Hospitality in travel and 

tourism 

• Unit 09 Organising an event 

• Unit 10 Introduction to guided 

tours 

• Unit 11 Impact of travel and tourism 

provision on a host community 

• Unit 12 Tourism in a popular UK 

region 

• Unit 13 Know about airports and 

airlines 

• Unit 14 Career planning for travel and 

tourism 

• Unit 15 Work experience in travel and 

tourism 

• Unit 16 UK coastal tourism 

• Unit 17 Heritage and cultural 

tourism 

• Unit 18 UK rural tourism 

• Unit 19 Understanding specialist 

tourism 

• Unit 20 Enterprise in tourism 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 




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Business, Administration and Law/Information and Communication Technology 

257 

Contents 

Title 


Number 

Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Business and Administration 501/1233/8 258 




Level 2 Certificate in Business and Administration Knowledge 601/3557/8 262 


Level 2 Certificate in Contact Centre Operations 600/1292/4 264 

Level 3 Certificate in Management 600/2145/7 265 



Level 1 Certificate in Business Administration 601/3963/8 268 

Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration 601/3964/X 269 

Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration 601/3965/1 270 

Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Business Administration 601/3966/3 271 

Level 1 Certificate in Customer Service 601/3972/9 272 



Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Customer Service 601/4056/2 275 

Level 1 Level 1 Certificate in IT User Skills (ITQ) 600/1455/6 276 


Level 2 Diploma in IT User Skills 600/2012/X 278 


Level 3 Diploma in IT User Skills 600/1868/9 280 

Level 3 Diploma in Management 601/4032/X 281 

Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Management 601/4033/1 282 

Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Management and Leadership 601/4034/3 283 















Level 2 Diploma in Team Leading 601/3967/5 288 

Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading Knowledge 600/2029/5 289 

BUS, BUSINESS, ADMIN ADMIN & LAW 

& LAW/ICT 


258 Business, Administration and Law/Information and Communication Technology 


259 

Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Business and Administration 

501/1233/8 


601/3712/5 









Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 




understanding across a range 

of administrative concepts and 

practices. It enables the learner 

to develop essential knowledge 

of how to carry out everyday and 

more complex administrative tasks 

such as managing information and 

supporting events. 






complete 4 mandatory units 

(15 credits) and 2 credits from the 


Units 

Mandatory 


responsibilities and how to develop 

and evaluate own performance 

at work 

• Unit 02 Principles of working with 

and supervising others in a business 

environment 

• Unit 03 Principles of managing 

information and producing 

documents in a business environment 

• Unit 04 Principles of providing and 

maintaining administrative services 

Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Materials 












pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2017 



those working in a customer service 

related role, or those who would like 

to develop knowledge of this area 

prior to commencing employment. 







Units 

Mandatory 


organisation 

• Unit 02 Prepare to deliver excellent 


• Unit 03 Communication in the 

customer service role 

Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Materials 



Materials 


Suitability 




BUSINESS, ADMIN 

& LAW/ICT 






261 

Level 1 Certificate in Business and Enterprise 

601/0315/2 

Level 2 Certificate in Business and Enterprise 

601/0048/5 








pre-16 



the 2016 and 2017 tables 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


approved Technical Awards and will 


one GCSE in the 2016 and 2017 KS4 




learners who want an introduction 

to business and enterprise that 

includes a vocational and hands-on 

element. It has been developed to 

enthuse and inspire learners about 

a career in business and enterprise. 

The qualification will appeal to 

learners who wish to either set 

up their own business, move into 

employment or progress on to 








Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to business 

and enterprise 

• Unit 02 Marketing for business and 

enterprise 

• Unit 03 Finance for business and 

enterprise 

• Unit 04 Plan, outline and take part 

in a business or enterprise project 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 






• Sample Portfolios 









pre-16 



the 2016 and 2017 tables 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 


approved Technical Awards and will 


one GCSE in the 2016 and 2017 KS4 




learners who want an introduction 

to business and enterprise that 

includes a vocational and hands on 

element. It has been developed to 

enthuse and inspire learners about 

a career in business and enterprise. 

This qualification will appeal to 

learners who wish to either set up 

their own business, move into 

employment or progress on to 








Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to business 

and enterprise 

• Unit 02 Marketing for business and 

enterprise 

• Unit 03 Finance for business and 

enterprise 

• Unit 04 Plan, develop and participate 

in a business or enterprise project 

Assessment 





Mandatory 


Optional 








• Sample Portfolios 



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Level 2 Certificate in Business and Administration Knowledge 

601/3557/8 


600/2922/5 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2017 



learners aged pre-16 and above. This 

qualification aims to develop learners’ 


across a range of basic administrative 

concepts and practices. 









Units 

Mandatory 


responsibilities and working in a 

business environment 

• Unit 02 Principles of providing 

administrative services 

• Unit 03 Principles of managing 

information and producing 

documents 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Materials 


Materials 


Suitability 












Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 



cover the knowledge aspects of a 

customer service role, which will 

then support the completion and 

achievement of the Level 3 Diploma 

in Customer Service. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand the use of 

communication in customer service 


of customer service delivery in 

different sectors 


of making improvements to 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Materials 



Optional 


change in a business environment 


business events 

• Unit 06 Principles of maintaining 

stationery stock 

• Unit 07 Principles of project 

management 

• Unit 08 Principles of budgets in a 


• Unit 09 Principles of contributing 

to innovation and change 


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265 

Level 2 Certificate in Contact Centre Operations 

600/1292/4 

Level 3 Certificate in Management 

600/2145/7 









pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/01/2019 


This qualification will give learners 

the knowledge they’ll need to work 

effectively in contact centres and 

forms the knowledge based aspect 

of the Intermediate Apprenticeship in 

Contact Centre Operations. 






complete the 3 mandatory units and 

a minimum of 6 credits from any of 


Units 

Mandatory 


effectiveness in a contact centre 


safety in a contact centre 


responsibilities and working in a 


Optional 





Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




• Assessment Strategy 


Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 



knowledge they’ll need to work in a 

management role in a variety of 

settings. This qualification forms the 

knowledge aspect of the Advanced 

Apprenticeship in Management. 









Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Key principles of 

management and leadership 

• Unit 02 Improving your own 

management and leadership 

performance 

Optional 





Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Materials 

Suitability 




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267 

Level 1 Certificate in Computer Technology 

601/0492/2 

Level 2 Certificate in Computer Technology 

601/0042/4 








pre-16 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2017 







learners who have an interest in 

digital literacy, solving problems and 

creating simple computer programs. 

It will provide learners with 

knowledge of different software 

packages to enable them to use 


apprenticeships and it will give them 

an introduction to writing simple 

computer programs. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Digital literacy 

• Unit 02 Digital technology 

• Unit 03 Introduction to computer 

programming 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 















pre-16 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 







learners who have an interest in 

digital literacy, solving problems 

and creating simple computer 

programs. It will provide learners 

with knowledge of different software 

packages to enable them to use 


employment and it will give them 

an introduction to writing simple 

computer programs. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Digital literacy 

• Unit 02 Digital technology 

• Unit 03 Introduction to computer 

programming 

Assessment 





Mandatory 


Optional 












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Level 1 Certificate in Business Administration 

601/3963/8 

Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration 

601/3964/X 





Hours (GLH): 150-187 




pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 



provide learners with the 

introductory knowledge and skills 

they need to operate as a successful 

business administrator. It also allows 

learners to develop skills in a range of 

areas relevant to business 

administration roles, such as 

communication, presentation skills 

and providing administrative support. 




a minimum of 25 credits: 

• a total of 17 credits from the 

mandatory units in Group A 

• a minimum of 8 credits from optional 

Group B 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Principles of business 

communication 

• Unit 02 Health and safety in a 



administration 


performance and development 

• Unit 05 Principles of working in a 


• Unit 06 Work with others in a 


Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 


• Qualification Mapping 






Hours (GLH): 229-351 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



learners’ knowledge and skills 

in carrying out a range of 

administrative and business 

support functions. 







• a minimum of 14 credits from 

Group B 

• the remaining credits can come 

from Groups B, C or D; however a 

maximum of 10 credits from Group 

C, and a maximum of 6 credits 

from Group D, can count towards 

achievement. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Communication in a 


• Unit 02 Understand employer 

organisations 

• Unit 03 Principles of providing 

administrative services 


document production and 

information management 

• Unit 05 Manage personal 


• Unit 06 Develop working 

relationships with colleagues 

Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 



• PLTS Mapping 

Suitability 




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271 

Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration 

601/3965/1 

Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Business Administration 

601/3966/3 





Hours (GLH): 282-432 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



learners with the knowledge and skills 

they need to operate as a successful 

business administrator. It will also 

confirm competence of those already 

fulfilling a business administration 

role. It will also allow learners to 

develop skills in a range of areas 

relevant to business administration 

roles, such as communication, 

presentation skills and providing 

administrative support. 





• 27 credits from the mandatory 

units in Group A 


Group B 

• the remaining credits can be taken 

from either Group B, C or D – 

however a maximum of 10 credits 

from Group C and a maximum of 

8 credits from Group D can count 

towards overall achievement. 

Units 

Mandatory 



communication and information 

• Unit 03 Communicate in a business 

environment 

• Unit 04 Principles of administration 

• Unit 05 Manage personal and 

professional development 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 





Suitability 







Hours (GLH): 296-389 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



learners with the skills they need 

to operate as a successful senior 

business administrator. It will confirm 

competence of those already 

fulfilling a business administration 

role and allow learners to develop 

skills in a range of areas relevant to 

business administration roles, such as 

communication, presentation skills 

and providing administrative support. 








Group B 


from Group B or C. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Resolve administrative 

problems 

• Unit 02 Manage the work of an 

administrative function 

• Unit 03 Communicate in a business 

environment 



Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 


• Apprenticeship Summary 



Suitability 




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Optional 







273 

Level 1 Certificate in Customer Service 

601/3972/9 

Level 2 Diploma in Customer Service 

601/3973/0 





Hours (GLH): 133-175 




pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 



customer service skills that can be 

relied upon by employers in a range 

of industries, along with the skills and 

knowledge needed to communicate 

effectively with customers and 

provide effective customer service. 







• a minimum of 6 credits from Group B 


from Group B or Group C. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understand working in a 

customer service environment 

• Unit 02 Communication in 




• Unit 04 Principles of working in a 


• Unit 05 Work with others in a 


Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 








Hours (GLH): 247-304 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



customer service skills that can be 

relied upon by employers in a range 

of industries, along with the skills and 

knowledge needed to communicate 

effectively with customers and 

provide effective customer service. 








• a minimum of 16 credits from Group C 

• and the remaining credits can be 

taken from Groups B, C or D. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Deliver customer service 

• Unit 02 Understand customers 


service 

• Unit 04 Understand employer 

organisations 



Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 





Suitability 




& LAW/ICT 




275 

Level 3 Diploma in Customer Service 

601/3974/2 

Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Customer Service 

601/4056/2 





Hours (GLH): 289-375 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



• Level 3 Diploma in Management 

• Level 3 Diploma in Team Leading 



opportunity to develop the skills and 

knowledge needed to deliver 

customer service in a range of 

industries and contexts. Learners will 

understand what drives customer 

behaviour and what creates customer 

retention. Learners are also given the 

opportunity to explore excellence 

within customer service, dealing with 

more challenging scenarios such as 

complaints and stakeholder 

engagement. 








• and the remaining credits can come 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Organise and deliver 


• Unit 02 Understand the customer 

service environment 

• Unit 03 Resolve customers’ 

problems 




• Unit 06 Understand customers and 

customer retention 

Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 





Suitability 







Hours (GLH): 171-255 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 



opportunity to develop the skills 

and knowledge needed to deliver 

customer service in a range of 

industries and contexts. Learners will 

understand what drives customer 

behaviour and what creates customer 

retention. Learners are also given the 

opportunity to explore excellence 

within customer service, dealing 

with more challenging scenarios 

such as complaints and stakeholder 

engagement. 

This qualification also focuses on 

the management of processes, 

procedures and people, to ensure 

learners are equipped with the 

skills needed to be effective in a 

managerial level role. 





• 14 credits from the mandatory units 

in Group A 



from either Groups B or C. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Champion customer 

service 



• Unit 03 Manage customer service 

operations 

Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 





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277 

Level 1 Certificate in IT User Skills (ITQ) 

600/1455/6 


501/1239/9 





Hours (GLH): 100-110 




pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 



learners who are using IT within their 

job or plan to pursue a career in a job 

requiring IT skills. Units can be taken 

at a variety of levels and this gives 

flexibility to enable the qualification 

to match job roles. The qualification 

allows learners to apply knowledge, 

understanding and skills to a level 

recognised by employers, thus 

proving competency in their job role. 






13 credits; 3 credits from the 

mandatory unit, and a minimum of 


Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




Suitability 








Hours (GLH): 110-120 




pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 




job or plan to pursue a career in a 

job requiring IT skills. Units can be 

taken at a variety of levels which gives 

flexibility to enable the qualifications 


will allow learners to apply knowledge, 









16 credits. 4 credits from the 


12 credits from the optional units 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




• National Occupational Standards 

Mapping 

• Microsoft Certification Mapping 

Document 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Improving productivity 

using IT 

Optional 





Units 

Mandatory 


using IT 

Optional 






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279 

Level 2 Diploma in IT User Skills 

600/2012/X 


600/1463/5 





Hours (GLH): 280-285 




pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 


This qualification is for those who 

are working in a role that requires IT 

user skills. This qualification forms 

the combined qualification for the 

Intermediate Apprenticeship 

framework for IT Application 

Specialist. 



mandatory and 85 optional units. 



38 credits, 16 credits from the 3 

mandatory units, and a minimum of 


Units 

Mandatory 


using IT 


potential of IT 

• Unit 03 Developing personal and 

team effectiveness using IT 

Optional 





Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 



Suitability 







Hours (GLH): 185-200 




pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 




job or plan to pursue a career in a 

job requiring IT skills. Units can be 

taken at a variety of levels which gives 

flexibility to enable the qualification 


allows learners to apply knowledge, 









25 credits; 5 credits from the 



Units 

Mandatory 


using IT 

Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




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281 

Level 3 Diploma in IT User Skills 

600/1868/9 

Level 3 Diploma in Management 

601/4032/X 





Hours (GLH): 280-285 




pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2021 


This qualification is for those who 

are working in a role that requires 

IT user skills. This qualification 

forms the combined qualification 

for the Advanced Apprenticeship 

Framework for IT users. 



mandatory and 86 optional units. 



39 credits; 17 credits from the 3 

mandatory units, and a minimum of 


Units 

Mandatory 


using IT 


potential of IT 

• Unit 03 Developing personal and 

team effectiveness using IT 

Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 



Suitability 







Hours (GLH): 284-371 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 


This is a cross-sector qualification 

aimed at current and prospective 

managers. This qualification covers 

the skills and knowledge needed to 

be successful at a managerial level, 

and covers competencies applicable 

to a wide range of contexts. 








• and the remaining credits can come 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Manage team performance 

• Unit 02 Principles of people 

management 


• Unit 04 Principles of leadership and 

management 



Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 





Suitability 




& LAW/ICT 




283 

Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Management 

601/4033/1 

Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Management and Leadership 

601/4034/3 





Hours (GLH): 214-298 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 




managers. This qualification covers 


be successful at a managerial level, 





learners must successfully complete a 

minimum of 53 credits: 






Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Provide leadership and 

management 

• Unit 02 Develop and implement an 

operational plan 

• Unit 03 Develop working 

relationships with stakeholders 



Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




Suitability 







Hours (GLH): 237-318 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 




managers or directors. This 

qualification covers the skills and 

knowledge needed to be successful 

at a managerial or directorial level, 










Group B 



Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Contribute to the 

development of a strategic plan 

• Unit 02 Design business processes 

• Unit 03 Manage strategic change 

• Unit 04 Provide leadership and 

management 

Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 



Suitability 




& LAW/ICT 




285 

Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business 601/2624/3 

Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business: Enterprise 601/2677/2 

Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business: Finance 601/2676/0 

Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business: Human Resources 601/2675/9 

Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business: IT 601/2674/7 

Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business: Retail 601/2673/5 

Level 2 Diploma in Skills for Business: Sales and Marketing 601/2672/3 


Level 2 Diploma in Skills for 

Business 









Business: Enterprise 

pre-16 




Hours (GLH): 540-600 


Business: Human Resources 




Hours (GLH): 565-605 





Business: IT 




Hours (GLH): 580-620 


Business: Sales and Marketing 




Hours (GLH): 542-579 





date (for whole suite): 

30/06/2018 


end date (for whole suite): 

30/06/2020 



learners with: 

• an understanding of the essential 

skills required to work successfully in a 


• the skills required to solve problems in 

a business environment 

• an understanding of business culture 

and responsibilities 

• the ability to successfully 

communicate and work with others in 


• the opportunity to develop the skills 

required to manage and improve 

their own performance in a business 

environment 

• specialist knowledge in a vocational 

pathway (where relevant). 


To be awarded the Level 2 Diploma 

in Skills for Business (601/2624/3), 


complete 6 units from Group A. 


in Skills for Business: Enterprise 

(601/2677/2), learners must successfully 

complete 6 units from Group A and 5 

units from Group B. 


in Skills for Business: Finance 

(601/2676/0), learners must 

successfully complete 6 units from 



in Skills for Business: Human 

Resources (601/2675/9), learners must 




in Skills for Business: IT (601/2674/7), 

learners must successfully complete 6 

units from Group A and 6 units from 

Group B. 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 






Business: Finance 







Business: Retail 



To be awarded the Level 2 Diploma in 

Skills for Business: Retail (601/2673/5), 



Group B. 


in Skills for Business: Sales and 

Marketing (601/2672/3), learners must 




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Hours (GLH): 546-657 





Hours (GLH): 554-599 




If you are interested in these qualifications 


• Level 3 Diploma in Skills for Business: 

Sales and Marketing 

• Level 3 Diploma in Skills for Business: 

Human Resources 




287 

Level 3 Diploma in Skills for Business 601/2640/1 

Level 3 Diploma in Skills for Business: Enterprise 601/2647/4 

Level 3 Diploma in Skills for Business: Finance 601/2648/6 

Level 3 Diploma in Skills for Business: Human Resources 601/2649/8 

Level 3 Diploma in Skills for Business: IT 601/2650/4 

Level 3 Diploma in Skills for Business: Retail 601/2651/6 

Level 3 Diploma in Skills for Business: Sales and Marketing 601/2652/8 



Business 









Business: Enterprise 




Hours (GLH): 540-570 


Business: Human Resources 









Business: IT 




Hours (GLH): 540-600 


Business: Sales and Marketing 




Hours (GLH): 561-610 





date (for whole suite): 

30/06/2018 


end date (for whole suite): 

30/06/2021 



learners with: 

• an understanding of the essential 

skills required to work successfully in a 


• the skills required to solve problems in 


• an understanding of business culture 

and responsibilities 

• the ability to successfully 

communicate and work with others in 


• the opportunity to develop the skills 

required to manage and improve 

their own performance in a business 

environment 

• specialist knowledge in a vocational 

pathway (where relevant). 



in Skills for Business (601/2640/1), 


complete 6 units from Group A. 


in Skills for Business: Enterprise 





in Skills for Business: Finance 





Skills for Business: Human Resources 





Skills for Business: IT (601/2650/4), 



Group B. 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 






Business: Finance 







Business: Retail 




Skills for Business: Retail (601/2651/6), 



Group B. 


in Skills for Business: Sales and 

Marketing (601/2652/8), learners must 




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Hours (GLH): 545-590 












289 

Level 2 Diploma in Team Leading 

601/3967/5 

Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading Knowledge 

600/2029/5 





Hours (GLH): 201-259 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 




team leaders. This qualification covers 


be a successful team leader, covering 

competencies applicable to a wide 

range of contexts. 




a minimum of 40 credits. 

• 22 credits from the mandatory units 

in Group A 


• the remaining credits can be taken 

from either Group B or C. 

Units 

Mandatory 



• Unit 02 Communicate work-related 

information 

• Unit 03 Lead and manage a team 

• Unit 04 Principles of team leading 

• Unit 05 Understand business 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2017 




with the knowledge they’ll need 

to work in a team leading role. This 

qualification forms the knowledge 

aspect of the Intermediate 

Apprenticeship in Team Leading. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Preparing to lead the team 

• Unit 02 Support development of 

self and team members 

• Unit 03 Communication and the 

team leader 

• Unit 04 Equality, diversity and the 

team leader 

• Unit 05 Motivating the team 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Materials 




Materials 


Suitability 



Optional 





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• Level 2 Diploma in Customer Service 

• Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration 



291 

Contents 

Title 


Number 

Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment 501/0888/8 292 

Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment 501/0882/7 293 

Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement 501/0886/4 294 

Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement 501/0885/2 295 

Level 4 Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes 

and Practice 

501/0887/6 296 

Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice 501/0889/X 297 

Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and 

Practice 

501/0890/6 298 

Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training 601/1622/5 299 

Level 3 Award in Education and Training 601/1620/1 300 

Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training 601/1621/3 301 

Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools 501/0247/3 302 


Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools 501/0368/4 304 


Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools 501/0813/X 306 

NEW Level 4 Award for Technology Enabled Educators 601/4775/1 307 

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293 

Level 3 Award in Understanding the Principles and Practices of Assessment 

501/0888/8 

Level 3 Award in Assessing Competence in the Work Environment 

501/0882/7 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 


This qualification is intended 

for those who wish to gain an 

understanding of the principles and 

practices of assessment without 

any requirement to practise as 

Assessors. 







Units 

Mandatory 


principles and practices of 

assessment 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Assessing and Assuring the 

Quality of Assessment 










Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



Assessors who assess occupational 

competence in an individual’s work 

environment. 







Units 

Mandatory 



assessment 

• Unit 02 Assess occupational 

competence in the work 

environment 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 









• Level 3 Award in Understanding the 

Principles and Practices of Assessment 

• Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocational 

Achievement 

EDUCATION 

AND TRAINING 




295 

Level 3 Award in Assessing Vocationally Related Achievement 

501/0886/4 

Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement 

501/0885/2 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



those who assess vocational skills, 


in environments other than the 

work environment, eg a workshop, 

classroom or other training 

environment. 







Units 

Mandatory 



assessment 

• Unit 02 Assess vocational skills, 



Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 













Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



for those who assess both 

occupational competence in the 

work environment and vocational 


in environments other than 

the workplace, eg a workshop, 

classroom or other training 

environment. 







Units 

Mandatory 



assessment 

• Unit 02 Assess occupational 

competence in the work 

environment 

• Unit 03 Assess vocational skills, 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




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297 

Level 4 Award in Understanding the Internal Quality Assurance of 

Assessment Processes and Practice 

501/0887/6 

Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes 

and Practice 

501/0889/X 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



for those who wish to gain an 

understanding of the principles 

and practices of internal quality 

assurance without any requirement 

to practise. 







Units 

Mandatory 



internally assuring the quality 

of assessment 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


• Assessing and Quality Assuring 










Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



those who maintain the quality 

of assessment from within an 

organisation or assessment centre. 







Units 

Mandatory 



internally assuring the quality of 

assessment 

• Unit 02 Internally assure the quality 


Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




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299 

Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment 

Processes and Practice 

501/0890/6 

Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training 

601/1622/5 









Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2019 



those who lead a team of internal 

quality assurance staff. 







Units 

Mandatory 



internally assuring the quality of 

assessment 

• Unit 02 Internally assure the quality 


• Unit 03 Plan, allocate and monitor 

work in own area of responsibility 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 








Hours (GLH): 360-500 




Qualification 



end date: 31/05/2020 


This qualification prepares trainee 

teachers to teach in a range of 

contexts. There is a significant 

practice requirement as this 

qualification will assess, and provide 

evidence of, competence when 

undertaking teaching and/or 

training responsibilities. 

It can meet the needs of a range of 

trainee teachers who can meet the 

practice requirements, including 

individuals who are not currently 

teaching and training , individuals 

who are currently teaching and 

training, and individuals who are 

currently working as assessors and 

who wish to achieve a teaching 



occupational competence in a 

teaching role within the workplace. 









Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 

• Qualification Guidance 

• ‘Addressing literacy, language, 

numeracy and ICT needs in 

education and training’ 

• ‘Handbook for the inspection of 

further education and skills’ 

• ‘Assessed observations of practice 

within the education and training 

suite of qualifications’ 

• ‘Teaching and training qualifications 

for the further education sector in 

England’ 

• ‘Criteria for entry to mathematics 

and English teacher training in the 

lifelong learning sector’ 

• Observation Report 


Suitability 



Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Teaching, learning and 

assessment in education and 

training 

• Unit 02 Developing teaching, 

learning and assessment in 

education and training 

• Unit 03 Theories, principles and 

models in education and training 

• Unit 04 Wider professional practice 

and development in education and 

training 

Optional 




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301 

Level 3 Award in Education and Training 

601/1620/1 

Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training 

601/1621/3 









Qualification 



end date: 31/05/2020 



introduction to teaching. It aims to 

meet the needs of a range of trainee 

teachers, such as individuals not 

currently in a teaching or training 

role, individuals currently teaching 

and training, and individuals currently 

working as assessors who wish to 

achieve a qualification that provides 

an introduction to teaching. 






the one mandatory unit, 6 credits 

from optional Group B and 3 credits 

from optional Group C. 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understanding roles, 

responsibilities and relationships in 


Optional Group B 

• Unit 02 Understanding and using 

inclusive teaching and learning 

approaches in education and 

training 

• Unit 03 Facilitate learning and 

development for individuals 

• Unit 04 Facilitate learning and 

development in groups 

Optional Group C 

• Unit 05 Understanding assessment 

in education and training 



assessment 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 





• ‘Teaching and training qualifications 

for the further education sector 

in England’ 



Suitability 







Hours (GLH): 140-204 




Qualification 



end date: 31/05/2020 


This qualification prepares trainee 

teachers to teach in a wide range of 

contexts. It requires observation and 

assessment of practice. 

It can meet the needs of a range of 

trainee teachers who can meet the 

practice requirements, including 

individuals who are not currently 

teaching and training, individuals who 

are currently teaching and training, 

and individuals currently working 

as assessors who wish to achieve a 

teaching qualification. 


occupational competence in a 

teaching role within the workplace. 




units. 






Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understanding roles, 

responsibilities and relationships in 


• Unit 02 Delivering education and 

training 

• Unit 03 Using resources for 


• Unit 04 Assessing learners in 


• Unit 05 Planning to meet the needs 

of learners in education and training 

Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 





• ‘Handbook for the inspection of 

further education and skills’ 




• ‘Teaching and training 

qualifications for the further 

education sector in England’ 



Suitability 



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Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools 

501/0247/3 

Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools 

501/0418/4 









Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 


This is a knowledge-based 

qualification suitable for all support 

staff roles in schools. This includes all 

those involved in supporting children 

and young people in a school 

environment, such as administrators, 

site staff or volunteers. As it’s a 

knowledge-based qualification, it 

can be taken by learners not yet 

employed in a school, as well as 

providing initial training or induction 

for those new in post. 








Units 

Mandatory 


development 




professional relationships with 

children, young people and adults 


inclusion in work with children and 

young people 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 


• Assessment Guidance 

• Information for Support Staff 

in Schools 

• Guidance for Support Staff in 

Schools 





Hours (GLH): 180-192 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 


This qualification is for those 

members of the school workforce 

who directly support the teaching 

and learning of their own learners. 

The qualification incorporates the 

knowledge-based units in the Level 

2 Award in Support Work in Schools 

and adds competency-based 

units to reflect the role of those 

supporting learners learning. 




units. 


learners must complete the 

9 mandatory units and a minimum 


Units 

Mandatory 


development 

• Unit 02 Support learning activities 







inclusion in work with children and 

young people 

• Unit 06 Help improve own and 

team practice in schools 

• Unit 07 Maintain and support 

relationships with children and 

young people 






please visit our qualification finder 

online www.ncfe.org.uk 


Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 



• Guidance for Support Staff 

in Schools 

• Qualification Structure 



in Schools 


Suitability 



EDUCATION 

AND TRAINING 




305 

Level 3 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools 

501/0368/4 

Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools 

501/0403/2 









Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 


This is a knowledge-based 

qualification suitable for all roles 

in schools, including site staff, 

administrators and volunteers as 

well as those who work directly with 

children and young people. As it’s 

a knowledge-based qualification, 

it can be taken by learners not yet 

employed in a school, as well as 

providing initial training or induction 

for those new in post. 







Units 

Mandatory 




safeguard the wellbeing of children 





• Unit 04 Schools as organisations 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 





Schools 

• Information for Support Staff in 

Schools 









Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 


This competence-based 

qualification is for those members of 

the school workforce who directly 

support the teaching and learning 

of pupils, in primary, secondary or 

special schools. It aims to develop 

the skills and knowledge needed 

to provide effective support for 

teachers and learners as part of 

learning programmes. 







Units 

Mandatory 











settings 


• Unit 06 Promote children and 


• Unit 07 Develop professional 

relationships with children, young 

people and adults 

• Unit 08 Promote equality, diversity 

and inclusion in work with children 


• Unit 09 Support assessment for 

learning 





Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 



• Information for Support Staff in 

Schools 


Schools 




EDUCATION 

AND TRAINING 


306 



307 

Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools 

501/0813/X 

Level 4 Award for Technology Enabled Educators 

601/4775/1 





Hours (GLH): 232-286 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 


The qualification is a combined 

knowledge and competence 

qualification and is for those 

members of the school workforce 

(primary, secondary or special 

needs) who directly support the 

teaching and learning of learners 

in an area that requires specialist 

knowledge and skills. 




units. 





Units 

Mandatory 







young people’s health 

and safety 


development in health, 

social care or children’s and young 



• Unit 06 Promote children and 


• Unit 07 Develop professional 

relationships with children, young 

people and adults 

• Unit 08 Promote equality, diversity 

and inclusion in work with children 


• Unit 09 Support assessment for 

learning 








Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 





in Schools 


Schools 


Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2022 



support the continuing professional 

development of school and college 

educators, training providers, 

and commercial trainers to use 

technology in ways which inspire 

their learners and to enable them to 

embed technology effectively into 

the learning process. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Learning technology in the 

context of teaching and learning 

• Unit 02 Developing digital skills 

and a learning technology toolkit 

• Unit 03 Curriculum planning for the 

use of learning technologies 

• Unit 04 Curriculum delivery using 

learning technology 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 

• ‘Professional Standards for 

Teachers and Trainers in Education 

and Training – England’ 

• Professional Standards Guidance 




Suitability 





• Level 3 Certificate in Supporting 

Teaching and Learning in Schools 

• Level 2 Certificate in Supporting 

Teaching and Learning in Schools 


EDUCATION 

AND TRAINING 



309 

Contents 

including Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care and 

Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies qualifications. 

Title 


Number 

Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning Knowledge and Skills 601/3255/3 310 

Level 1 Certificate in Business Awareness for the Logistics Industry 601/2747/8 311 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Business-Improvement Techniques 600/1821/5 312 

Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services Skills 501/0473/1 313 

Level 2 Award in Cleaning Principles 601/0790/X 314 

Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning Principles 601/0791/1 315 

Level 2 Diploma in Customer Service for Logistics 601/2565/2 316 

Level 2 Certificate in Driving Goods Vehicles 601/2534/2 317 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food and Beverage Service 601/0382/6 318 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food Production and Cooking 601/0383/8 318 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Front of House Reception 601/0384/X 318 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hospitality Services 601/0385/1 318 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery 601/0386/3 318 

Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering 600/9603/2 319 

Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Food and Beverage Service) 601/0510/0 320 

Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Food Production and Cooking) 601/0511/2 320 

Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Front of House Reception) 601/0515/X 320 

Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Hospitality Services) 601/0417/X 320 

Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Professional Cookery) 601/0416/8 320 

Level 2 Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques 601/2530/5 321 

Level 2 Award in Employee Rights and Responsibilities in the Logistics Industry 600/4474/3 322 

Level 1 Certificate in Renewable Energy Awareness 601/2554/8 323 

Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders 600/1323/0 324 

Level 2 Diploma in Introduction to Renewable Energy Engineering 601/3011/8 325 

Level 3 Diploma in Preparing to Work in Renewable Energy Engineering 601/3194/9 326 



Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Retail Operations 601/3338/7 329 

Level 2 Certificate in Retail Skills 600/4164/X 330 

Level 2 Diploma in Retail Skills 600/4278/3 331 

Level 3 Diploma in Retail Skills (Management) 600/4272/2 332 

Level 3 Diploma in Retail Skills (Sales Professional) 600/4276/X 333 

Level 3 Diploma in Retail Skills (Visual Merchandising) 600/4273/4 334 

Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Road Passenger Vehicle Driving (Taxi and Private Hire) 600/0827/1 335 

Level 2 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage 600/1344/8 336 



NEW Level 1 Certificate in Food and Cookery v.certs 601/4661/8 339 

NEW Level 2 Certificate in Food and Cookery v.certs 601/4533/X 340 



NEW Level 2 Award in Principles of Carrying and Delivering Goods by Road 601/5520/6 343 


RETAIL LEISURE, AND COMMERCIAL 

TRAVEL 

& ENTERPRISE 

TOURISM

310 Retail and Commercial Enterprise 


311 

Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning Knowledge and Skills 

601/3255/3 

Level 1 Certificate in Business Awareness for the Logistics Industry 

601/2747/8 









Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 



• Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning Principles 

• Level 2 Certificate in Retail Knowledge 

• Level 2 Award in Cleaning Principles 


This qualification aims to help 

learners to develop a range of 

underpinning knowledge, meet the 

needs of learners who work or want 

to work in the cleaning sector and 

allows learners to progress to 

higher level learning and eventual 

employment. 




units. 





Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Dealing with routine and 

non-routine waste 

• Unit 02 Health and safety for the 

cleaning and support services 

industry 

• Unit 03 Working with customers 

and others in the cleaning and 

support services industry 

• Unit 04 Infection control, RIDDOR 

and COSHH in cleaning settings 





Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 

• Learner's Evidence Tracking Log 




Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/01/2020 



those new to or preparing to work 

in the logistics industry. It aims 

to address employer demand for 

better customer service in logistics 

organisations and will provide 

learners with an introduction to the 

logistics industry, allowing them the 

opportunity to develop their business 

awareness and understanding in a 

logistics environment. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to logistics 

• Unit 02 Working in warehousing 

and storage 

• Unit 03 Rights and responsibilities 

in the workplace 

• Unit 04 Customer service within 

the logistics industry 


at work 

• Unit 06 Personal presentation for 

the workplace 

• Unit 07 Preparing for work 

placement 

• Unit 08 Presentation skills 

• Unit 09 Budgetary control within a 



awareness 

• Unit 11 Building working 

relationships in the workplace 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 





RETAIL AND COMMERCIAL 

ENTERPRISE



313 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Business-Improvement Techniques 

600/1821/5 

Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services Skills 

501/0473/1 





Hours (GLH): 249-323 

Credit value: 

Process Improvement: 56 

Quality Improvement: 56 



Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 


This competence-based 

qualification aims to improve 

business performance through 

continuous professional 

development of employees and 

their skill set. 

It also makes up the competence 


Apprenticeship in Improving 

Operational Performance (Business 

Improvement Techniques pathway). 


This qualification has 2 pathways, 

Process Improvement and Quality 

Improvement. 



a minimum of 56 credits, depending 

on their chosen pathway. 

Units 

Mandatory 

Process Improvement 

• Unit 01 Contributing to 

the development of visual 

management systems 

• Unit 02 Contributing to the 

application of workplace 

organisation techniques 


application of continuous 

improvement techniques (Kaizen) 

• Unit 04 Complying with statutory 

regulations and organisational 

safety requirements 

• Unit 05 Contributing to effective 

team working 

Mandatory 

Quality Improvement 


application of Six Sigma process 

mapping 

• Unit 02 Contributing to effective 

team working 


application of Six Sigma 

methodology to a project 


application of basic statistical 

analysis 




Optional 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



• Common requirements for NVQs 

in the QCF 

Optional 


Suitability 








Hours (GLH): 129-197 




Qualification 



end date: 31/07/2019 


This competence-based qualification 

is designed for those working in 

cleaning and support services. Its 

purpose is to provide accreditation to 

those able to demonstrate 

competence against the occupational 

standards defined for cleaning and 

support services at this level. It’s a 

job-ready qualification which requires 

learners to demonstrate, in the 

workplace, the skills and knowledge 

required in the cleaning industry. 

This qualification is aimed at 

specialist cleaners, those looking 

for continuous professional 

development or those who clean as 

part of their job role. 

This qualification also forms the 

competence-based aspect of the 

Intermediate Apprenticeship in 

Cleaning and Environmental Support 

Services (Cleaning and Support 

Services Pathway). 






the 3 units from mandatory Group 

A plus a minimum of 2 credits from 

Group B, and a minimum of 9 and 

maximum of 15 credits from Group C. 

Units 

Mandatory 

Group A 

• Unit 01 Communicate effectively in 

the workplace 

• Unit 02 Develop yourself in the job 

role 

• Unit 03 Reduce risks to health and 

safety in the workplace 

Optional 

Group B 

• Unit 04 Work with others and 

follow reporting procedures 

• Unit 05 Work individually and 

follow reporting procedures in a 

cleaning environment 

Group C 

• Unit 06 Clean and maintain internal 

surfaces and areas 

• Unit 07 Clean and maintain 

external surfaces and areas 

• Unit 08 Deal with routine waste 

• Unit 09 Clean washrooms and 

replenish supplies 

• Unit 10 Clean high risk areas 

• Unit 11 Clean confined spaces 

• Unit 12 Clean food areas 

• Unit 13 Deep clean equipment and 

surfaces 

• Unit 14 Clean, maintain and protect 

semi-hard and hard floors 

• Unit 15 Clean and maintain soft 

floors and furnishings 

• Unit 16 Clean glazed surfaces and 

facades 

• Unit 17 Deal with non-routine waste 

• Unit 18 Carry out maintenance and 

minor repairs 

• Unit 19 Perform street cleansing 

manually 

• Unit 20 Perform street cleansing 

mechanically 

• Unit 21 Work safely at heights 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 


Suitability 





ENTERPRISE



315 

Level 2 Award in Cleaning Principles 

601/0790/X 

Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning Principles 

601/0791/1 









Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 


This qualification forms the 

knowledge-based element of the 



Services (Local Environmental 

Services pathway) and will provide 


knowledge in both generic and 

specialist cleaning principles. 







Units 

Mandatory 





industry 




Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 








Hours (GLH): 110-120 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 



provide learners with a range of the 

underpinning knowledge in generic 

and specialist cleaning principles. 


knowledge-based aspect of the 



Services (Cleaning and Support 

Services pathway). 








Units 

Mandatory 





industry 




Optional 

• Unit 04 Cleaning and maintenance 

of external surfaces and areas 

• Unit 05 Cleaning of confined 

spaces 

• Unit 06 Cleaning of food areas 

• Unit 07 Cleaning of glazed surfaces 

and facades 

• Unit 08 Cleaning of high risk areas 

(controlled environments) 

• Unit 09 Cleaning of interiors and 

washrooms 

• Unit 10 Cleaning of specialist 

electronic equipment 

• Unit 11 Deep cleaning of internal 

equipment surfaces and areas 

• Unit 12 Maintenance and minor 

repairs of property 

• Unit 13 Manual street cleaning 

• Unit 14 Mechanical street cleaning 

• Unit 15 Periodic cleaning of hard 

and semi-hard floors 

• Unit 16 Periodic cleaning of soft 

floors and furnishings 

• Unit 17 Working safely at heights in 

the cleaning and support services 

industry 

• Unit 18 Cleaning with water-fed 

pole systems 

• Unit 19 Internal cleaning of 

passenger transport 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Materials 

Suitability 








ENTERPRISE



317 

Level 2 Diploma in Customer Service for Logistics 

601/2565/2 

Level 2 Certificate in Driving Goods Vehicles 

601/2534/2 





Hours (GLH): 340-352 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 


This qualification aims to address 

employer demand for better 

customer service skills in logistics 

organisations and to give learners the 

opportunity to develop their 

customer service skills in a logistics 

environment. 




units. To develop their skills further 

learners may also choose to take 

one or more units from Group 4, 

though credit from these units will 

not count towards the achievement 

of the qualification. 




one optional unit each from Groups 

2 and 3. 

Units 

Mandatory 

Group 1 

• Unit 01 Contribute to the provision 

of customer service in logistics 

operations 

• Unit 02 Develop personal customer 

service performance in a logistics 

role 


problem solving skills in a logistics 

organisation 

• Unit 04 Recognise diversity when 

delivering customer service in a 

logistics role 

• Unit 05 Recognise and deal with 

customer queries, requests and 

problems in a logistics role 

• Unit 06 Live up to the customer 

service promise of a logistics 

organisation 

• Unit 07 Go the extra mile in 

customer service in a logistics 

organisation 

• Unit 08 Carry out a logistics role in 

a customer focused way 

Optional 

Group 2 


customer service in a logistics role 

• Unit 10 Communicate effectively 

with customers in a logistics role 

Optional 

Group 3 

• Unit 11 Apply the principles of 

health and safety at work 


at work 

Additional Units 

Group 4 

• Unit 13 Deal with customers face to 

face in a logistics role 

• Unit 14 Deal with incoming 

telephone calls from customers in 

a logistics role 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 


Suitability 






601/2534/2 


Hours (GLH): 149-172 

Credit Value: 

Motor/Pedal Cycle: 31 

Van: 29 

Rigid Vehicle: 29 

Articulated/Drawbar Vehicle: 29 



Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 


This qualification offers learners the 

opportunity to develop specific skills 

in the operation of goods vehicles. 

Learners will have the opportunity 

to learn, develop and practise the 

skills required for employment in 

the industry, covering motor cycle/ 

pedal cycle, van, rigid vehicle and 

articulated or drawbar vehicle 

types. This qualification is based 

upon the Skills for Logistics National 

Occupational Standards (NOS) for 

Driving Goods Vehicles. 

This qualification is recognised 

as the combined knowledge and 



Driving Goods Vehicles (all pathways). 


This qualification has 4 pathways: 

Motor Cycle/Pedal Cycle, Van, Rigid 

Vehicle and Articulated or Drawbar 

Vehicle. Each pathway consists of up 

to 6 mandatory units and a number 

of optional units. 



all the mandatory units and the 

required number of optional units 

for each pathway. 

Units 

For a full list of all mandatory 

and optional units, please visit 

our qualification finder online 

at www.ncfe.org.uk 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 






ENTERPRISE


Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food and Beverage Service 601/0382/6 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food Production and Cooking 601/0383/8 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Front of House Reception 601/0384/X 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hospitality Services 601/0385/1 

Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery 601/0386/3 


Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering 

600/9603/2 

319 




Food & Beverage Service: 

601/0382/6 

Food Production and Cooking: 

601/0383/8 

Front of House Reception: 

601/0384/X 

Hospitality Services: 

601/0385/1 

Professional Cookery: 

601/0386/3 


Food & Beverage Service: 279-291 

Food Production and Cooking: 329-336 

Front of House Reception: 224-296 

Hospitality Services: 266-305 

Professional Cookery: 465-511 

Credit Value: 

Food & Beverage Service: 37 

Food Production and Cooking: 40 

Front of House Reception: 37 

Hospitality Services: 37 

Professional Cookery: 58 




These competence-based 

qualifications are designed for 

those who would like to work, or 

those already working, in hospitality 

and catering. Their purpose is to 

provide accreditation to those able 

to demonstrate competence against 

the occupational standards defined 

for hospitality and catering. 

They’re job-ready qualifications which 

require learners to demonstrate, in the 

workplace, the skills and knowledge 

required in this sector. 

These qualifications form the 

competence-based component of 

the Intermediate Apprenticeship in 

Hospitality (various pathways) and 

the Intermediate Apprenticeship 

in Catering and Professional Chefs 

(Professional Cookery pathway 

and Food Production and Cooking 

pathways). 




successfully complete the 

appropriate number of mandatory 

units and optional units for their 

chosen qualification. 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 


Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/01/2019 



for anyone who needs a basic 

understanding of food safety in a 

catering environment. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Food safety in catering 

Assessment 

Externally set and assessed 

multiple-choice question paper. 


Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 

This qualifications is suitable for: 



Qualification 



end date: 31/01/2019 

Units 

Mandatory 

These qualifications consist of up to 





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ENTERPRISE



321 

Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Food and 

Beverage Service), (Food Production and Cooking), (Front of 

House Reception), (Hospitality Services), (Professional Cookery) 

Various (see facts and figures) 

Level 2 Certificate in Lean Organisation Management Techniques 

601/2530/5 




Food and Beverage Service: 

601/0510/0 

Food Production and Cooking: 

601/0511/2 

Front of House Reception: 

601/0515/X 

Hospitality Services: 

601/0417/X 

Professional Cookery: 

601/0416/8 


Food and Beverage Service: 110-153 

Food Production and Cooking: 98-142 

Front of House Reception: 100-124 

Hospitality Services: 105-141 




to develop the knowledge and 

understanding that learners need to 

prepare for work in the hospitality 

sector. These qualifications form the 

knowledge-based component of 


Hospitality (various pathways) and 

the Intermediate Apprenticeship 

in Catering and Professional Chefs 

(Professional Cookery pathway 

and Food Production and Cooking 

pathways). 


To be awarded their chosen 

pathway qualification, learners 

must successfully complete the 

appropriate number of mandatory 

units and optional units. 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 












Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2020 


This knowledge-based qualification 

aims to improve business performance 

through continuous professional 

development of employees and their 

skill set. 

It’s ideal for learners in the workplace 

who have responsibility for improving 

processes and quality, and reducing 

costs. It may be also appropriate for 

those individuals looking to enter 

employment as the qualification 

provides an underpinning knowledge 

and skill set that will be attractive to 

employers. 

It also makes up the knowledge 


Apprenticeship in Improving 

Operational Performance (Business 

Improvement Techniques pathway). 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 





Credit Value: 

Food and Beverage Service: 16 

Food Production and Cooking: 16 

Front of House Reception: 14 

Hospitality Services: 15 



Food and Beverage Service: £53 

Food Production and Cooking: £53 

Front of House Reception: £53 

Hospitality Services: £53 

Professional Cookery: £66 


Qualification 


Units 

Mandatory 

These qualifications consist of up to 





at www.ncfe.org.uk 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Lean organisation 

techniques in business 

• Unit 02 Business improvement 

tools and techniques 

• Unit 03 Working in business teams 



end date: 31/01/2019 



• Level 2 Diploma in Business Improvement 

Techniques (Process Improvement) 

• Level 2 Certificate in Team Leading 

Knowledge 



ENTERPRISE



323 

Level 2 Award in Employee Rights and Responsibilities in the Logistics Industry 

600/4474/3 

Level 1 Certificate in Renewable Energy Awareness 

601/2554/8 









Qualification 



end date: 31/01/2018 


This qualification aims to equip 


employee rights and responsibilities 

in the logistics industry and their role 

within it. Learners who aren’t in an 

apprenticeship role in the logistics 

industry may find it difficult to achieve 

the requirements of this qualification. 





Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Employee rights and 

responsibilities in the logistics 

industry 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 








Hours (GLH): 190-210 




pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2018 



introduction to energy for those 

preparing to work in the Renewable 

Energy Industry, including energy 

sources and how energy is harnessed. 

This qualification will also allow 

learners to explore a variety of job 

roles in the renewable energy 

industry and to develop knowledge 

of a renewable energy source of 

their choice. 








Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understanding sources of 

energy 

• Unit 02 Exploring the past, present 

and future of renewable energy 


sustainability in relation to energy 

• Unit 04 Improving energy 

efficiency in familiar settings 

• Unit 05 Introduction to working in 

the renewable energy industry 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 





Suitability 





Optional 

• Unit 06 Introduction to new 

renewable energy technologies 

• Unit 07 Introduction to solar 

energy 

• Unit 08 Introduction to wind 

energy 


geothermal energy 


hydroelectric energy 

• Unit 11 Introduction to bio energy 




ENTERPRISE



325 

Level 2 Award for Personal Licence Holders 

600/1323/0 

Level 2 Diploma in Introduction to Renewable Energy Engineering 

601/3011/8 









Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2017 






• Deciding on the right job for you 



the knowledge of any person 

involved in the sale of alcohol in 

licensed premises. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Legal and social 

responsibilities of a personal 

licence holder 


Assessment 

Externally set and assessed 

multiple-choice question paper. 


Mandatory 


Optional 



Suitability 











Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 



learners with an introduction to the 

job roles and skills required in the 

renewable energy industry, with 

some focus on renewable energy 

sources and the technical skills 

required of engineering technicians. 




units. 



the 6 mandatory units and 4 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Sustainable development 

and renewable energy 

• Unit 02 Understanding health and 

safety in the renewable energy 

industry 

• Unit 03 Introduction to working in 

the renewable energy industry 

• Unit 04 Introduction to mathematics 

for engineering technicians 

• Unit 05 Introduction to applied 

electrical and mechanical science 

for engineering 

• Unit 06 Carrying out a renewable 

engineering project 

Optional 

Group B 

• Unit 07 Energy conservation 

• Unit 08 Energy from the sun 

• Unit 09 Energy from waves 

• Unit 10 Energy from the tide 

• Unit 11 Energy from the wind 

• Unit 12 Energy from waste 

• Unit 13 Hydroelectric energy 


Optional 

Group C 

• Unit 14 Application of welding 

processes 

• Unit 15 Fabrication techniques and 

sheet metal work 

• Unit 16 Operation and maintenance 

of mechanical systems 


of electrical systems 


of fluid power systems 

• Unit 19 Using computer aided 

drawing techniques in engineering 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 





Suitability 






ENTERPRISE



327 

Level 3 Diploma in Preparing to Work in Renewable Energy Engineering 

601/3194/9 

Level 2 Certificate in Retail Knowledge 

600/2139/1 









Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2021 



learners with an introduction to 

renewable energy sources, principles 

and generation and prepare them for 

work in a renewable energy 

engineering environment. 




units. 




units. 

Learners may also take units from 

the third unit group, but these units 

will not be graded and will not count 

towards the achievement of this 


Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to renewable 

energy engineering 

• Unit 02 Mathematics for 

engineering technicians 

• Unit 03 Engineering project 


renewable energy engineering 

workplace 

• Unit 05 Mechanical principles and 

applications 

• Unit 06 Features and applications 

of electrical machines 

• Unit 07 Electrical and electronic 

principles 

• Unit 08 Electro, pneumatic and 

hydraulic systems and devices 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Suitability 












pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 



learners with an introduction to retail, 

and is ideal for those interested in 

working in the retail industry, or 

those already working in their first 

role. Learners will develop an 

understanding of retail, covering 

topics such as selling, service, team 

working, health and safety, dealing 

with theft, and product knowledge. 



Intermediate Apprenticeship in Retail. 








Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Understanding customer 

service in the retail sector 

• Unit 02 Understanding the retail 

selling process 

• Unit 03 Understanding how 

individuals and teams contribute 

to the effectiveness of a retail 

business 

• Unit 04 Understanding how a retail 

business maintains health and 

safety on its premises 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 



• Tribal Learning Resources 

• Units and Assessment Guidance 

Suitability 











ENTERPRISE



329 

Level 3 Certificate in Retail Knowledge 

600/2140/8 

Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Retail Operations 

601/3338/7 





Hours (GLH): 106-126 




pre-16 

Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 



learners with the knowledge 

needed to work in a higher level 

role within the retail sector 

covering selling, service, team 

working, health and safety, dealing 

with theft, and product knowledge. 

Covering a variety of specific 

product areas, it’s ideal for learners 

already working in the retail sector 

looking to progress, or for those 

looking to work in the sector who’d 

like to increase their knowledge. 



Advanced Apprenticeship in Retail. 








Units 

Mandatory 




management of risks to health and 

safety on the premises of a retail 

business 




development of personal and team 

effectiveness in a retail business 

Optional 

• Unit 05 Understanding security 

and loss prevention in a retail 

business 

• Unit 06 Understanding how the 

smooth operation of a payment 

point is maintained 


management of stock in a retail 

business 

• Unit 08 Understanding how the 

effectiveness of store operations 

can be improved 

• Unit 09 The principles of food 

safety supervision for retail 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 





Suitability 








Hours (GLH): 118-136 




Qualification 



end date: 31/03/2018 



introduction to the retail industry for 

those new to or seeking employment 

in this area. It will help learners 

develop an understanding of 

different aspects of working in the 

retail sector and prepare them for 

progression into a range of higher 

level and more practical qualifications 

within the retail sector. 




units. 





Learners may also take units from 

the third unit group, but these units 

(not graded) will not count towards 

the achievement of the qualification. 

Units 

Mandatory 





• Unit 03 Understanding how 

individuals and teams contribute to 

the effectiveness of a retail business 

• Unit 04 Understanding how a retail 

business maintains health and 

safety on its premises 

• Unit 05 Understanding retail 

consumer law 


deal with customer queries and 

complaints in a retail environment 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 




Suitability 










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Level 2 Certificate in Retail Skills 

600/4164/X 

Level 2 Diploma in Retail Skills 

600/4278/3 









Qualification 



end date: 30/06/2018 


This qualification is a competencebased 

qualification which requires 

learners to demonstrate the skills and 

knowledge required when working in 

the retail industry, and is ideal for 

those working in their first retail role, 

or those who wish to progress in their 

retail career. 

This qualification also forms part of 


Retail (Retail pathway). 








Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




Suitability 








Hours (GLH): 115-255 




Qualification 



end date: 30/06/2018 


This qualification is a competencebased 

qualification which requires 

learners to demonstrate the skills 

and knowledge required when 

working in the retail industry, and is 

ideal for those working in their first 

retail role, or those who wish to 

progress in their retail career. 



Intermediate Apprenticeship in Retail. 






the one mandatory unit and 29 


Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




Suitability 




Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Work effectively in a retail 

team 

Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Work effectively in a retail 

team 









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Level 3 Diploma in Retail Skills (Management) 

600/4272/2 

Level 3 Diploma in Retail Skills (Sales Professional) 

600/4276/X 





Hours (GLH): 199-241 




Qualification 



end date: 30/06/2019 




needed to work in higher level 

supervisory/management roles 

within the retail sector covering 

selling, service, team working, health 

and safety, dealing with theft and 

product knowledge. Covering a 

variety of specific product areas, it’s 

ideal for learners already working in 

the retail sector looking to progress, 

or for those looking to work in the 

sector who’d like to increase their 

skills and knowledge. 



Advanced Apprenticeship in Retail 

(Retail Management pathway). 








Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Work effectively and support 

others in a retail organisation 

Optional 

• Unit 02 Audit stock levels and stock 

inventories in a retail environment 

• Unit 03 Source required goods and 

services in a retail environment 

• Unit 04 Monitor and help improve 

food safety in a retail environment 

• Unit 05 Manage staff to receive 

goods in a retail environment 

• Unit 06 Organise and monitor 

the storage of stock in a retail 

environment 

• Unit 07 Maintain the availability 

of goods on display in a retail 

environment to promote sales 

• Unit 08 Manage the payment 

transaction process in a retail 

environment 

• Unit 09 Contribute to the continuous 

improvement of retail operations 

within own area of responsibility 

• Unit 10 Manage the prevention 

of wastage and loss in a retail 

environment 

• Unit 11 Produce staffing schedules 

to help a retail team to achieve its 

targets 

• Unit 12 Monitor and maintain health 

and safety in a retail environment 

• Unit 13 Monitor and support secure 

payment point use during trading 

hours 

• Unit 14 Set objectives and provide 

support for team members 

• Unit 15 Plan, allocate and monitor 

work of a team 

• Unit 16 Make effective decisions 

• Unit 17 Manage conflict in a team 

• Unit 18 Manage or support equality 

of opportunity, diversity and 

inclusion in own area of responsibility 

• Unit 19 Organise the delivery of 

reliable customer service 

• Unit 20 Improve the customer 

relationship 

• Unit 21 Work with others to 

improve customer service 

• Unit 22 Monitor and solve 

customer service problems 

• Unit 23 Promote continuous 

improvement 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




Suitability 








Hours (GLH): 181-238 




Qualification 



end date: 30/06/2019 




needed to work in higher level sales 

roles within the retail sector covering 

selling, service, team working, health 

and safety, dealing with theft and 

product knowledge. Covering a 

variety of specific product areas, it’s 

ideal for learners already working in 

the retail sector looking to progress, 

or for those looking to work in the 

sector who’d like to increase their 

skills and knowledge. 




(Sales Professional pathway). 








Units 

Mandatory 






Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




Suitability 





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Level 3 Diploma in Retail Skills (Visual Merchandising) 

600/4273/4 

Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Road Passenger Vehicle Driving (Taxi and Private Hire) 

600/0827/1 





Hours (GLH): 251-255 




Qualification 



end date: 30/06/2019 




needed to work in higher level visual 

merchandising roles within the retail 

sector covering choosing 

merchandise, display layouts, 

evaluating the effectiveness of 

displays and dismantling displays. 




(Visual Merchandising pathway). 








Units 

Mandatory 



Optional 

• Unit 02 Choose merchandise to 

feature in visual merchandising 

displays 

• Unit 03 Manage the use of 

signage and graphics in visual 

merchandising displays 

• Unit 04 Evaluate the effectiveness 

of visual merchandising displays 

• Unit 05 Manage budgets for visual 

merchandising projects 

• Unit 06 Contribute to improving 

a retail organisation’s visual 

merchandising policy 

• Unit 07 Design visual 

merchandising display layouts 

• Unit 08 Manage staff to receive 

goods in a retail environment 

• Unit 09 Organise and monitor 

the storage of stock in a retail 

environment 

• Unit 10 Follow guidelines for 

planning and preparing visual 


• Unit 11 Dress visual merchandising 

displays to attract customers 

• Unit 12 Order and position 

signage and graphics for visual 


• Unit 13 Dismantle and store 

props and graphics from visual 


• Unit 14 Make props and decorate 

fixtures and panels for visual 


• Unit 15 Assemble visual 


• Unit 16 Deputise for the leader of a 

retail team 

• Unit 17 Contribute to the continuous 

improvement of retail operations 

within own area of responsibility 

Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 




Suitability 








Hours (GLH): 161-197 




Qualification 



end date: 30/06/2019 


This competence-based qualification 

is suitable for drivers of hackney 

carriages and private hire vehicles. 

It aims to provide learners with the 

skills and knowledge required to be a 

taxi or private hire vehicle driver. 








Group E is an additional group. 

These units will not count towards 

the achievement of the qualification. 

Units 

Mandatory 

Group A 

• Unit 01 Ensure health and safety of 

the taxi and private hire driver and 

passengers 

• Unit 02 Drive a taxi or private hire 

vehicle in a professional manner 

• Unit 03 Provide professional 

customer service in the taxi and 

private hire industries 

• Unit 04 Provide a safe and legal 

vehicle for transporting passengers 

by taxi and/or private hire 

• Unit 05 Provide a transport service 

in the taxi and private hire vehicle 

industries for customers who 

require assistance 

• Unit 06 Provide a service to 

customers using a wheelchair in an 

accessible taxi or private hire vehicle 

• Unit 07 Transport parcels, luggage 

and other items in the taxi and 


• Unit 08 Transport children and 

young persons by taxi, private hire 

or chauffeuring 

Optional 

Group B 

• Unit 09 Carry fare-paying 

passengers within the framework 

of the private hire industry 

• Unit 10 Carry fare-paying 

passengers within the regulatory 

framework of the taxi industry 

Group C 

• Unit 11 Process fares and charges 

for private hire passengers 

• Unit 12 Process fares and charges 

for taxi passengers 

Group D 

• Unit 13 Plan routes in the taxi and 


• Unit 14 Develop and maintain 

work skills and knowledge in the 

community transport, chauffeur 

and taxi and private hire vehicle 

industries 

• Unit 15 Manage and administer 

small businesses in the community 

transport, taxi or private hire 

industries 

• Unit 16 Process telephone 

bookings in the road passenger 

transport industries 

Group E 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 



Suitability 





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Level 2 Certificate in Warehousing and Storage 

600/1344/8 

Level 1 Certificate in Engineering Studies 

601/4592/4 





Hours (GLH): 101-177 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 


This qualification aims to allow 

learners to demonstrate both 

competence and understanding 

against a clear set of standards based 

on the needs of the industry. It’s ideal 

for those working in warehouse 

supervisory and managerial areas. 


combined knowledge and 

competence-based aspects of the 


Warehousing and Storage. 




units. 





Units 

Mandatory 

Group A 


at work 

• Unit 02 Develop effective working 

relationships with colleagues in 

logistics operations 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



Optional 



Suitability 











pre-16 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2021 







Engineering Studies is the vocational 




interested in any of the engineering 

contexts such as engineering 

drawing, tools and materials. 


learners with an interest in 

engineering. It will provide learners 

with experience of using different 

tools and materials to enable them 

to use these within further 

education or apprenticeships. It will 

give them a basic understanding of 

what engineering may involve. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to engineering 

• Unit 02 Problem solving in 

engineering using prototypes 


engineering drawing 

• Unit 04 Using tools and materials 

for an engineering solution 

Assessment 





Mandatory 


Optional 











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Level 2 Certificate in Engineering Studies 

601/4532/8 

Level 1 Certificate in Food and Cookery 

601/4661/8 








pre-16 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2022 







Engineering Studies is the vocational 




interested in any of the engineering 

contexts such as engineering 

drawing, tools and materials. 


learners with an interest in 

engineering. It will provide learners 

with experience of using different 

tools and materials to enable them 

to use these within further 



what engineering may involve. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Introduction to engineering 


engineering drawing 

• Unit 03 Tools and equipment 

for engineering 

• Unit 04 Engineering materials and 

their properties 

Assessment 





Mandatory 


Optional 
















pre-16 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2021 






The Level 1 Certificate in Food and 

Cookery is the vocational equivalent 

of a GCSE qualification. It is aimed at 

14-16 year olds studying their Key 

Stage 4 curriculum and interested in 

food and cookery in the context of 

cooking for health. 


learners with an interest in food and 

cookery. It will provide learners with 

experience of using different cooking 

techniques and methods to enable 

them to use these within further 



the skills required for a career in food. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Preparing to cook 

• Unit 02 Understanding food 

• Unit 03 Exploring balanced diets 

• Unit 04 Plan and produce dishes in 

response to a brief 

Assessment 





Mandatory 


Optional 











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Level 2 Certificate in Food and Cookery 

601/4533/X 

Level 1 NVQ Diploma in Performing Manufacturing Operations 

601/6479/7 








pre-16 




Qualification 



end date: 31/08/2022 






The Level 2 Certificate in Food and 

Cookery is the vocational equivalent 

of a GCSE qualification. It is aimed at 

14-16 year olds studying their Key 

Stage 4 curriculum who are 

interested in any aspect of food and 

cookery and in the context of 

cooking for health. 


learners with an interest in food and 

cookery. It will provide learners with 

experience of using different cooking 

techniques and methods to enable 

them to use these within further 



the skills required for a career in food. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Preparing to cook 

• Unit 02 Understanding food 

• Unit 03 Exploring balanced diets 

• Unit 04 Plan and produce dishes in 

response to a brief 

Assessment 





Mandatory 


Optional 













Hours (GLH): 166-183 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2018 


This qualification is a work-based 

qualification designed for those 

employed within the manufacturing 

sector. Learners will have the 

opportunity to focus on their area of 

interest, with optional units in 

manufacturing operations including 

product assembly; joining; 

processing; forming; finishing; 

moulding and packaging. 




units. 





Units 

Mandatory (Group A) 




• Unit 02 Developing and 

maintaining working relationships 

Optional (Group B) 

• Unit 03 Moving materials within 

manufacturing operations 

• Unit 04 Getting ready for 


• Unit 05 Completing manufacturing 

operations 

• Unit 06 Handing over manufacturing 

operations 

• Unit 07 Receiving incoming 

materials 

Optional (Group C) 

• Unit 08 Carrying out shaping 

operations 

• Unit 09 Carrying out product 

assembly operations 

• Unit 10 Carrying out joining 

operations 

• Unit 11 Carrying out processing 

operations 

• Unit 12 Carrying out forming 

operations 

• Unit 13 Carrying out finishing 

operations 

• Unit 14 Carrying out moulding 

operations 

• Unit 15 Carrying out packaging 

operations 

• Unit 16 Servicing the line 

• Unit 17 Moving materials within 


Assessment 




Mandatory 



• Common Requirements for National 

Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) in 

the QCF 

Optional 


Suitability 







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Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Performing Manufacturing Operations 

601/6480/3 

Level 1 Award in Principles of Carrying and Delivering Goods by Road 

601/5520/6 





Hours (GLH): 216-269 




Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2019 



those learners working within a 

range of manufacturing industries 

and will enable them to demonstrate 

competence in their job roles. 

They will develop the essential 

work-based skills required to work 

effectively in the manufacturing 

industry. Learners will have the 

opportunity to focus on their 

area of interest, with optional 

units including effective working 

and team working; preparing 

and concluding manufacturing 

operations; recording and reporting 

inspection and test results and 

producing products. 






complete the one mandatory unit 


Units 

Mandatory 




Assessment 




Mandatory 



• Common Requirements for National 

Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) in 

the QCF 

Optional 


Suitability 


• Apprenticeship framework 










Qualification 



end date: 31/12/2020 



learners to the transporting and 

moving goods industry and to 

develop learners’ knowledge of 

relevant regulation, planning and 

transportation processes relating 

to carrying and delivering goods 

by road. 







Units 

Mandatory 

• Unit 01 Regulations and 

requirements when carrying and 

delivering goods by road 


service when carrying and 

delivering goods by road 

• Unit 03 Principles of transporting 

goods by road 

Assessment 




Mandatory 


Optional 


Suitability 





Optional 






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REED NCFE 

GIVING YOUR 

LEARNERS 

AN UNFAIR 

ADVANTAGE IN 

THE WORLD 

OF WORK 


Call: 0191 605 3300 Email: info@reed-ncfe.org.uk Visit: reed-ncfe.org.uk 

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REED NCFE offers a REED range NCFE of offers a range of 

employability, apprenticeships employability, and apprenticeships and 

work experience solutions work experience which work! solutions which work! 

Since our launch Since 2012, our REED launch in 2012, REED 

NCFE has successfully NCFE supported has successfully supported 

almost 100,000 learners for the world 

of work, with our range of employability 

learning, online learning and 

apprenticeship brokerage services. 

“With REED NCFE, your learners 

are three times more likely to 

get a job”. 

We can help support your centre to: 

· increase your apprenticeship numbers 

“I can’t believe it! I was supposed “I can’t accessed believe via it! ncfe.org.uk I was supposed 

almost 100,000 learners for the to be world having a four day work to be having a four day work 

The following are our range of qualifi cations, 

trial and after only one day I’ve trial and all available after only at a number one day of levels: I’ve 

of work, with our range of employability 

been offered my dream job. I am been offered my dream job. I am 

• Job Search & Interview Skills 

• Job Search & Interview Skills 

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• Job Skills & Employment Potential • Job Skills & Employment Potential 

is happy for me to complete my is happy for me to complete my 

apprenticeship brokerage services. 

Advanced Apprenticeship starting Advanced • Independent Apprenticeship Study and Career starting Skills • Independent Study and Career Skills 

in September. Thank you in September. • Employability Thank Skills you 

• Employability Skills 

“With“To REED all NCFE, of REED your NCFE learners for your 

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“To all of REED NCFE for your 

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are three relentless times hard more work likely this to year relentless hard work this year 

“The team at REED NCFE really “The team at REED NCFE really 

2. Employability Learning Solutions 2. Employability Learning Solutions 

get a and job”. those of you who had the and those of you who had the 

helped me in my search for work. helped me in my search for work. 

A complete Study Programme 

A complete Study Programme 

pleasure of working with my 

I am delighted that I am now able 

We can help support your centre to: 

pleasure of working employability with solution my 

I am delighted that I am now able 

employability solution 

wonderful Sports students! wonderful Sports students! 

to put my college training into to put my college training into 

· increase your apprenticeship numbers 

• A comprehensive employability learning • A comprehensive employability learning 

I know it wasn’t easy but you were I know it wasn’t practice in the real world.” 

programme 

easy but 

of 

you 

anything 

were 

practice in the real world.” 

between programme of anything between 

a complete asset and you did a complete asset 1 hour and 36 you weeks did in duration, 

change and enhance the lives change and 

supported 

enhance 

by 

the 

Schemes 

livesof Work, Lesson 

Plans, online learning resources and 

of students.” College Tutor 

College Student 

College Student 

· deliver an employability learning solution · deliver an employability learning solution 

that gives your learners the competitive that gives your learners the competitive 

edge in the jobs market – ideal for edge in the jobs market – ideal for 

the Study Programme and Traineeships the Study of students.” Programme College and Traineeships Tutor 

Work Experience Brokerage: 

Work Experience Brokerage: 

Working with your academic and student Working Online with your employability academic learning and student resources Online employability learning resources 

support teams within the requirements of support teams within the requirements of 

REED NCFE has developed a full suite of REED NCFE has developed a full suite of 

the Study Programme, we will prepare your the Study Programme, we will prepare your 

online employability resources, offering a online employability resources, offering a 

16-18 year old students for work experience 16-18 year old students for work experience 

cost effective learning solution that works. cost effective learning solution that works. 

and broker for them a range of suitable and broker for them a range of suitable 

placement opportunities (paid and unpaid) placement 

Employability 

opportunities 

qualifications 

(paid and unpaid) 

Employability qualifications 

with local employers. 

with local employers. 

Developed in partnership with NCFE, our Developed in partnership with NCFE, our 

suite of employability qualifi cations can be suite of employability qualifi cations can be 

accessed via ncfe.org.uk 

1 hour and 36 weeks in duration, 

supported by Schemes of Work, Lesson 

Plans, online learning resources and 

either delivered by our employability 

experts or your own tutors. 

either delivered by our employability 

· provide a cost effective work 

· provide a cost effective work 

experts or your own tutors. 

experience solution 

experience How do solution we do this? We have two solutions How do we do this? We have two solutions 

Employability Learning and Work Employability Learning and Work 

which can be tailored to suit your own which can be tailored to suit your own 

Experience Solution 

Experience Solution 

· equip students with the right mindset · equip organisation’s students with particular the right mindset needs: organisation’s particular needs: 

and skills to enter the labour market and skills to enter the labour market 

Our team of REED NCFE employability experts Our team of REED NCFE employability experts 

provides a cost effective solution to delivering provides a cost effective solution to delivering 

· optimise your learner destination outcomes · optimise 1. Our your Brokerage learner destination Solutions outcomes 1. Our Brokerage Solutions 

a high quality employability provision within a high quality employability provision within 

Apprenticeships Brokerage: 

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· provide cost effective online employability · provide cost effective online employability 

your Study Programme which also sources your Study Programme which also sources 

learning resources 

learning Working resources with your employer engagement Working with your high employer quality engagement 

work experience opportunitieshigh quality work experience opportunities 

team, we will identify and prepare your team, we will identify for your and learners prepare your 

for your learners 

· enhance your organisation’s employability · enhance your organisation’s employability 

students and source new students for students and source new students for 

reputation with learners, employers and reputation with learners, employers and 

apprenticeship vacancies and additional apprenticeship vacancies and additional 

other stakeholders. 

other stakeholders. 

employers offering apprenticeship deliveryemployers offering apprenticeship delivery 

to the College. 

to the College. 

The following are our range of qualifi cations, 

all available at a number of levels: 

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For those students on a Study Programme, 

where an employability qualifi cation isn’t 

always necessary, we have developed 

a range of online learning programmes 

and resources that provide the learning 

without the extra requirements of doing a 

qualifi cation. These programmes are split 

into manageable modules covering all the 

aspects of looking, preparing and working for a 

job. These high quality, professional modules 

can help you support the development of 

a student’s employability skills through our 

bespoke LMS and ensure they have the best 

possible chance of gaining employment at 

the end of their course. 

Isn’t it time you gave your learners the 

REED NCFE competitive advantage? 

“The REED NCFE work ethic, 

diligence and honesty are 

admirable qualities and not often 

have I worked with a company 

whom I could put 100% trust in; 

to get the job done to a high 

standard and in an effi cient and 

timely manner. I would love to 

have the opportunity to work 

with REED NCFE again as it has 

been a real pleasure.” Employer 

“I would describe the relationship 

between Bournemouth & Poole 

College and REED NCFE as 

nothing short of transformational. 

The partnership has brought a 

world-class jobs brokerage service 

to our college and our students 

are feeling its direct benefi ts.” 

Lawrence Vincent 

Principal, Bournemouth and Poole College 

“REED NCFE helped me to fi nd 

the best apprenticeship for me. 

The team supported me through 

the application process and also 

gave me some tips to stand out 

at interview. The service has been 

absolutely fl awless and I’d like to 

say thank you for helping me to 

secure this job.” FE Student 


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350 Fees and Pricing 

Fees and Pricing 

351 

All fees detailed are exempt from VAT charges. 

At NCFE, we feel that it’s important to tell you exactly 

what we charge and what you get in return, making the 

whole process open, honest and easy to understand. 

With this in mind, our fees for 2015-16 are based on a 

transparent pricing model which calculates the cost 

of a qualification using credit band and level. You can 

also check out the price of individual qualifications by 

visiting our qualification finder online. 

Annual Approval Fee 

At NCFE, we’re number 1 when it comes 

to service and this year, we’ve made more 

improvements than ever uncluding the 

launch of over 280 qualifications and 

improved SLAs. 

However, we also want to ensure we 

continue to give you great value for money. 

That’s why we’ve frozen our approval fees 

this year. 

NCFE’s Annual Approval Fee is £800 at all 

colleges and training providers approved 

to offer our qualifications and a £400 

Annual Approval Fee for schools. This fee 

excludes centres offering our Investing in 

Quality (IIQ) licence only or Customised 

Award service only. The annual fee is 

calculated on a pro rata basis from the 

date that a new centre gains approval to 

deliver our qualifications. Please note that 

this is a single charge per centre, and is 

not affected by the number of learners or 

variety of NCFE qualifications delivered by 

a centre. 

Success Pricing 

We do offer an alternative approach which 

we call Success Pricing. Under our Success 

Pricing model, with NCFE’s prior agreement, 

NCFE centres can register learners without 

charge, and will only be charged for the 

number of learners that successfully 

complete the qualification and claim a 

certificate (or credit certificate or letter 

of unit credit). Centres will be charged at 

a higher rate per candidate, based on the 

centre’s previous achievement rates. 

Band Pricing 

Our band pricing model has been designed 

to offer you choice and flexibility when 

buying qualifications, without the additional 

paperwork. Signing up to band pricing for 

a year will give you ‘unlimited’ access to all 

NCFE awarding products and services within 

your chosen band. We’ll also consolidate 

your annual spend into a single yearly 

invoice which can be paid in 10 direct debit 

monthly payments. 

For more information, email 

service@ncfe.org.uk and find out how 

our pricing structures can help to save 

you time and money. 

15/16 QCF Entry L1 L2 L3 L4 L5 

Award 1-6 credits £21.00 £23.00 £25.00 £28.00 £31.00 £34.00 

Award 7-12 credits £38.00 £40.00 £42.00 £48.00 £53.00 £58.00 

Certificate 13-20 credits £48.00 £50.00 £53.00 £58.00 £70.00 £81.00 



Diploma 37-45 credits £87.00 £90.00 £95.00 £105.00 £118.00 £130.00 

Diploma 46-52 credits £103.00 £105.00 £109.00 £118.00 £130.00 £142.00 

Diploma 52+ credits £125.00 £128.00 £133.00 £140.00 £155.00 £169.00 

All combined registration and certification fees. 

Employability Skills suite of qualifications 

Employability Skills Entry L1 L2 L3 

Award £24.00 £24.00 £24.00 £24.00 

Certificate £34.00 £34.00 £34.00 £34.00 


Competence Based qualifications 

CBQ (including NVQ) Entry L1 L2 L3 L4-L5 

Award N/A £43 £46 £52 £58 

Certificate N/A £62 £67 £77 £88 

Diploma N/A £73 £83 £102 £129 


IT User Skills qualifications (ITQ) 

ITQ Entry L1 L2 L3 

Award N/A £26 £31 £42 

Certificate N/A £41 £47 £67 

Diploma N/A £93 £98 £106 

English and Maths 

English and Maths Entry L1 Entry L2 Entry L3 L1 L2 

Single-Unit Awards £13 £13 £13 £13 £13 

Multi-Unit Awards £25 £25 £25 £25 £25 

Certificate £40 £40 £40 £40 £40 

All fees above include 2 free external moderation visits. 

Substantial Qualifications for use as part of the 16-19 Study Programme 

Substantial Qualifications Credits GLH L1 L2 L3 

Award 7-12 78-109 £40 £42 £48 

Certificate 13-20 110-159 £50 £53 £58 

Certificate 

Extended Certificate 

21-36 160-210 £63 £66 £75 

Diploma 


37-56 211-449 £90 £95 £105 

Diploma 


57+ 450+ £109 £129 £138 



352 Sector Skills Councils 

Sector Skills Councils 

353 

There are 18 Sector Skills Councils (SSCs) in the UK and 5 Sector Skills 

Bodies who work with over 550,000 employers to define skills needs and 

skills standards in their industry. The Federation for Industry Sector Skills 

and Standards (FISSS) is the voice of the employers on skills issues. 

Their mission is to: 

• provide insight and intelligence based on the contact between the 

550,000 employers who work with the Sector Skills Councils and Bodies 

and the analysis of the information contained within the Apprenticeships 

certification systems that the Federation operates. 

• work with organisations like UKCES to understand and define what 

employers need from the publicly funded skills system in the UK. 

• work with the Sector Skills Councils and Bodies and UKCES to quantify the 

impact of publicly funded skills programmes. 

• promote the economic value of apprenticeships to employers through the 

Sector Skills Councils and Bodies. 

• work with the Sector Skills Councils and Bodies to celebrate the collective 

impact of apprenticeships. 

We work with the following SSCs: 

Financial Skills Partnership 

Sector: Financial Services, Accountancy 

and Finance 

Tel: 0845 257 3772 

Email: info@financialskillspartnership.org.uk 

Web: www.financialskillspartnership.org.uk 

IMI 

Sector: Automotive retail industry 

Tel: 01992 511 521 

Email: comms@theimi.org.uk 

Web: www.theimi.org.uk 

Improve 

Sector: Food and drinks manufacturing and 

associated supply chains 

Tel: 0845 644 0448 

Email: info@improveltd.co.uk 

Web: www.improveltd.co.uk 

Lantra 

Sector: Land Management and 

Production, Animal Health and Welfare and 

Environmental Industries 

E: connect@lantra.co.uk 

T: 024 7669 6996 

W: www.lantra.co.uk 

People 1st 

Sector: Hospitality, Leisure, Passenger 

Transport, Travel and Tourism 

E: info@people1st.co.uk 

T: 020 3074 1222 

W: www.people1st.co.uk 

Pro Skills 

Sector: Health and safety 

E: info@proskills.co.uk 

T: 01235 833 844 

W: www.proskills.co.uk 

SEMTA 

Sector: Science, Engineering and 

Manufacturing Technologies 

Tel: 0845 643 9001 

Email: customerservices@semta.org.uk 

Web: www.semta.org.uk 

SkillsActive 

Sector: Sport, Fitness, Outdoors, Playwork, 

Caravans and Hair and Beauty 

E: skills@skillsactive.com 

T: 0207 840 1900 

W: www.skillsactive.com 

Skills for Care and Development 

Sector: Social Care, Children, Early Years 

and Young People’s Workforces in the UK 

E: sscinfo@skillsforcareanddevelopment.org.uk 

T: 0113 241 1240 

W: www.skillsforcareanddevelopment.org.uk 

Skills for Health 

Sector: UK Health 

E: office@skillsforhealth.org.uk 

T: 01179 221 155 

W: www.skillsforhealth.org.uk 

Skills for Justice 

Sector: Community Justice, Courts Services, 

Custodial Care, Fire and Rescue, Forensic 

Science, Policing and Law Enforcement and 

Prosecution Services 

E: info@skillsforjustice.com 

T: 0114 261 1499 

W: www.skillsforjustice.com 

the Tech Partnership 

Sector: Software, Internet and Web, 

IT Services, Telecommunications and 

Business Change 

E: info@thetechpartnership.com 

T: 020 7963 8920 

W: www.thetechpartnership.com 

Building Futures Group 

(formerly Asset Skills) 

Sector: Property, Facilities Management, 

Housing, Cleaning and Parking 

E: info@thebuildingfuturesgroup.com 

T: 0207 9209632 

W: www.thebuildingfuturesgroup.com 

Cogent 

Sector: Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Nuclear, 

Oil and Gas, Petroleum and Polymer Industries 

E: info@cogent-ssc.com 

T: 01925 515 200 

W: www.cogent-ssc.com 

Construction Skills 

Sector: Construction 

E: call.centre@cskills.com 

T: 0344 994 4400 

W: www.cskills.org 

Creative and Cultural Skills 

Sector: Craft, Cultural Heritage, Design, 

Literature, Music, Performing, and Visual 

Arts 

E: info@ccskills.org.uk 

T: 020 7015 1800 

W: www.ccskills.org.uk 

Creative Skillset 

Sector: TV, Film, Radio, Interactive Media, 

Animation, Computer Games, Facilities, 

Photo Imaging, Publishing, Advertising and 

Fashion and Textiles 

E: info@creativeskillset.org 

T: 020 7713 9800 

W: www.creativeskillset.org 

Sector Bodies 

Business sector SSBs support the needs of over 5 million workers in industries 

ranging from security to beauty therapy, administration, management, 

accountancy and health and safety. 

We work with the following Sector Bodies: 

Skills CfA 

Sector: Business and Administration, 

Customer Service, Enterprise and Business 

Support, Human Resources and Recruitment, 

Industrial Relations, Leadership and 

Management, Marketing and Sales 

E: info@skillscfa.org 

T: 0207 091 9620 

W: www.skillscfa.org 

Maritime Skills Alliance 

Sector: Maritime 

Tel: 0208 99 88772 

Email: info@maritimeskills.org 

W: www.maritimeskills.org 

Skills for Security 

Sector: Security 

E: info@skillsforsecurity.org.uk 

T: 01905 744000 

W: www.skillsforsecurity.org.uk 



354 Delivery of Qualifications 

Working with NCFE 

355 

assessment 

and iqa of 

qualifications 

and awards. 

working 

with 

ncfe. 

Centre staff involved in the 

delivery/assessment of NCFE 

qualifications and awards should 

meet the following criteria: 

• have a sufficient number of appropriately 

qualified/experienced Assessors to assess 

the volume of learners they intend to register 

• have a sufficient number of appropriately 

qualified/experienced Internal Quality 

Assurers to internally quality assure the 

anticipated number of Assessors and learners 

• ensure that all staff involved in assessment 

and internal quality assurance are provided 

with appropriate training and undertake 

meaningful and relevant continuing 


• implement effective internal quality 

assurance systems and processes to ensure 

all assessment decisions are reliable, valid, 

authentic, sufficient and current. This 

should include standardisation to ensure 

consistency of assessment 

• provide all staff involved in the assessment 

process with sufficient time and resources 

to carry out their roles effectively. 

Assessors and internal quality assurance 

NCFE considers it to be good practice for 

Assessors to hold, or be working towards, 

a recognised qualification in assessment. 

Where a recognised qualification isn’t held, 

Assessors should be able to demonstrate 

relevant and current experience of assessment. 

In order to assess knowledge-based units, 

the Assessor should be occupationally 

knowledgeable, ie hold relevant knowledge 

to assess units designed to test the 

knowledge and understanding of learners. 

In order to assess competence-based units, 

the Assessor should be occupationally 

competent, ie able to carry out the 

requirements of the units they’re assessing. 

This competence should be demonstrable 

through relevant qualifications/experience, 

and at an equivalent or higher level than the 

units under assessment. 

All staff involved in the internal quality 

assurance of NCFE qualifications should be 

appropriately qualified to make quality 

assurance decisions. Where a recognised 

qualification isn’t held, Internal Quality 

Assurers should be able to demonstrate 

relevant and current experience of internal 

quality assurance. 

In order to carry out quality assurance of 

assessment decisions, internal quality 

assurance staff should be occupationally 

knowledgeable, ie hold relevant knowledge 

across units they’ll be quality assuring. This 

knowledge should be demonstrable through 

relevant qualifications/experience, and at an 

equivalent or higher level than the units 

under assessment. 

Examples of Relevant Qualifications/ 

Experience 

Examples of relevant qualifications/ 

experience to demonstrate occupational 

knowledge/competence for Assessors and 

Internal Quality Assurers are included in the 

qualification specifications. These examples 

aren’t exhaustive but are to be used as 

benchmarks. 

Whether you’re new to NCFE or an 

existing customer, registering with 

us is easy! 

For new customers 

STEP 1 - ensure that your centre meets the 

NCFE Approval Criteria. If you’re already 

approved by another recognised UK Awarding 

Organisation, we probably won’t need to carry 

out an approval visit. If you aren’t already 

approved by another recognised UK Awarding 

Organisation, we’ll need to carry out an 

approval visit to check you have the appropriate 

systems and procedures in place to meet the 

criteria. This applies if your centre approval 

application with another Awarding Organisation 

is in progress. If you’re unsure as to whether or 

not you’re currently working with a recognised 

UK Awarding Organisation, please refer to the 

Register of Regulated Qualifications. 

STEP 2 - Let us know which qualifications 

your centre wants to run. On every 

qualification page, you will see a button 

which says ‘Shortlist for Approval’, you 

can use that button to add your selected 

qualifications to your online shortlist. 

STEP 3 - From your shortlist, click ‘Request 

Approval’. You’ll then be directed to an 

online form which will ask you for the details 

we need. Once you’ve submitted this, we’ll 

process your application within 3 working 

days! If you need an approval visit, one of our 

Approval Advisors will contact you within 

5 working days to make arrangements for 

the approval visit. 

Once you’ve heard back from us, we’ll 

confirm your approval in an email and if 

you’re a new centre to NCFE, we’ll contact 

you to discuss what support we can offer. 

You’re ready to start registering your learners 

using the NCFE Portal. The NCFE Portal is a 

secure area of the NCFE website which allows 

centres to register candidates, enter 

candidates for external assessment, claim 

certificates and view candidate information 

24 hours a day. It’s designed to make 

tracking your centre’s approvals and 

learners’ progress much more simple. 

If you’re already approved with NCFE 

and you’re looking to offer more NCFE 

qualifications… 

You only need to follow steps 2 and 3 and 

because you’re already approved with us, 

we’ll process your application and get back 

to you within one working day! 


356 Business Development Team 

A team dedicated to you. 

Business Development Team 

Meet your team. 

357 

We want you and your business to get the most out of our products and services. That’s where 

our Business Development team comes in. They’re a local team of experts dedicated to 

offering specific help, advice and support for your centre. Call them today for a chat. We are 

adding to our team this year, so check the website to keep up to date with the new starters. 

We’re renowned for our personal customer service. So when you speak to a member of 

your local team that’s exactly what you’ll get. See how you can add value to your business 

and get the most out of NCFE by giving them a call today. 

North East, 

Cumbria, 

Scotland, Ireland 

and Northern 

Ireland 

North West, 

Yorkshire 

and Humber 

and East 

Midlands 

Senior Business 

Development Manager 

Gail Rochester 

Senior Business 

Development 

Manager 

Tel: 07850 501 411 

Email: gailrochester@ncfe.org.uk 

North East, Cumbria, 

Scotland, Ireland 

and Northern Ireland 

Nicola 

Buffham 

Account 

Manager 

Tel: 07834 728 647 

Email: nicolabuffham@ncfe.org.uk 

North West, 

Yorkshire & Humber 

and East Midlands 

South West, 

West Midlands 

and Wales 

Theresa 

Strange 

Business 

Development 

Manager 

Tel: 07850 775 410 

Email: theresastrange@ncfe.org.uk 

Meredith 

Ashford 

Business 

Development 

Manager 

Tel: 07894 614 665 

Email: meredithashford@ncfe.org.uk 

Jim 

O'Connor 

Business 

Development 

Manager 

Tel: 07894 614 662 

Email: jimoconnor@ncfe.org.uk 

Emma King 

Business Development 

Officer 

Tel: 07894 614 663 

Email: emmaking@ncfe.org.uk 

Charlotte Freeman 

Business Development Officer 

Tel: 07711 377 017 

Email: charlottefreeman@ncfe.org.uk 


Tel: 07793 763 632 

Tim Nash 

Business Development 

Officer 

Tel: 07787 419 549 

Email: timnash@ncfe.org.uk 

South East, East Anglia and London 

South West, 

West Midlands 

and Wales 

South East, 

East Anglia 

and London 

Paul 

Eaton 

Business 

Development 

Manager 

Tel: 07738 958 856 

Email: pauleaton@ncfe.org.uk 

Megann McKinnon 


Tel: 07711 377 014 

Email: megannmckinnon@ncfe.org.uk 

Clarissa Harrington 


Tel: 07894 614 664 

Email: clarissaharrington@ncfe.org.uk 

Yvonne Eaves 


Tel: 07834 728 650 

Email: yvonneeaves@ncfe.org.uk 



358 Delivery of Qualifications 

Give your learners a headstart 

in a competitive jobs market 

We’re proud to be the only Awarding Organisation 

placed in the Top 50 Companies for Customer Service, 

in 2014 and 2015. 

All of our customers are highly 

valued so making sure everyone 

has the help and support they need 

is top of our list of priorities - we 

find it’s the best way to build 

strong and lasting relationships. 

Customers return time and time again 

because: 

• we have a genuine passion for delivering 

exceptional customer service 

• we allocate a named point of contact to 

you, helping and supporting you through 

every step of your journey with us 

• people find our personal service 

refreshing to work with. 

Our pricing structure is right on the 

money. Throughout our relationship 

you’ll find: 

• a transparent pricing structure that’s easy 

to understand 

• competitive fees - with the added value 

of exceptional customer service experience. 

Jargon free qualification information. 

• The beauty of our Qualification 

Specifications is that they’re easily 

understandable and easily accessible. 

• An easy to use package of high quality 

support materials is provided to enhance 

learning experiences. 

External Moderators. Shaping the course 

of every course. 

• Each year our External Moderators attend 

sector training and standardisation events. 

• We arrange visits at least once a year. We 

use it to assess training standards and also 

to provide support. 

• They work with you to help solve 

problems and offer friendly advice. 

• If needed, we can arrange bespoke 

training with an expert to cover everything 

you need to know. 

We offer a full range of employability solutions to 

give your students the competitive edge in today’s 

challenging jobs market. 

We have developed a range of nonaccredited 

programmes of employability 

learning, complete with classroom and online 

resources which can be delivered by your staff 

or REED NCFE’s team of employability experts. 

These programmes prepare your learners for 

the world of work and increase their chances 

of finding and maintaining employment or 

an apprenticeship. 

more likely 

to get a job. 

In fact, research in association with Harvard 

University, shows that our mindset programmes 

of learning can make your learners over 

3 x more likely to be recruited, retained 

and promoted. 

Lots of people can benefi t from our programmes 

of learning from Study Programme and 

Traineeship learners through to school and 

College leavers, graduates, adult unemployed, 

offender learning or even those looking for a 

career change. We also offer jobs brokerage 

services, focusing on apprenticeships and work 

experience, which have prepared thousands of 

learners for the workplace and helped them in 

to sustainable employment. 

NEW THIS YEAR – We have launched a 

new, innovative and cost effective service 

which provides the REED NCFE Employability 

learning delivery for your Study Programme, 

while sourcing high quality work experience 

placements. Another competitive edge for 

you and for your learners. 

To fi nd out more about these services and 

how we can help improve the opportunities 

and destinations of your learners call us on 

0191 605 3300. 



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We can support your delivery of Study Programmes, Apprenticeships, Traineeships, 

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Let us make your life easier from today and be supported by first class service. 

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Email: service@ncfe.org.uk 

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