big book of opportunities

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
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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*