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Helping curriculum planners with their Study Programmes, Traineeships, Foundation Learning, Employability and Apprenticeship plans.
Planning to deliver Study Programmes?
Plan with NCFE
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Meeting your learners needs is key and with this guide we aim to help you
plan your curriculum looking at a number of areas relating to 16-19 learners.
This guide is best used in association with our Directory of Products and
Services, which you can order online for free at www.ncfe.org.uk. Our
Directory provides qualification information for our entire portfolio of
qualifications and services as well as including information about our
partners who provide a number of resources to support the delivery
of NCFE qualifications. This information can also be found online
using our Product Finder – another handy tool for curriculum planners.
Areas covered in this guide include qualifications to support:-
Supporting youwith your
TraineeshipsApprenticeshipsAnd much more!
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What’sFrom September 2013 the `Raising the Participation Age` (RPA) will
come into effect for learners aged 16 to 19. And with this the introduction
of Study Programmes representing a radical change to the way
education and training is provided for these young people.
The aim of Study Programmes is “to maximise the potential of young
people to progress onto higher education and/or skilled employment
by ensuring that vocational routes to higher education and
employment are seen as high quality and a genuine alternative
to academic routes”
This will mean that all 16 to 19-year-olds will be offered high quality
Study Programmes aimed at giving them the best opportunity to move
into further education or employment.
This participation will be counted as learners engaging in one of the following:
Study Programme
540 learning hours
an academic programme or substantial vocational
Foundation Level
able to study an academic programme or a
The Study Programme
More guidance and the Audit Requirements for Study Programmes will be published by the Department for Education
soon.
The Core Programme
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The Education Funding Agency has outlined that the
core programme of study must be made up of one substantial vocational qualification, which should
be at least half of the programmes Guided Learning
Hour (GLH), so 270 GLH and above.
The good news is NCFE offers a selection of qualifications
that fit the bill!
and Tourism
Check these out online at www.ncfe.org.uk
To support the delivery of these qualifications we offer a range of
Qualification Support Packs which are useful support tools if you’re
new to delivering our qualifications or if you’re delivering the relevant
qualification for the first time.
You can find our Qualification Support Packs using our Product Finder online at www.ncfe.org.uk
We’re also developing more substantial qualifications for 2013. For further information and to find out more email: [email protected]
If you have any ideas or suggestions for new qualifications we can develop email: [email protected]
How NCFE can help
ValueAddingto your
Core Programme
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The Study Programme encourages centres to offer qualifications which add
value to the learner’s experience and ultimately make them more employable.
Vocational additionally qualifications which add value for learners have a
key part to play in the Study Programme. We believe that additionalities
provide opportunities to offer added value and essential employability
skills, offering ‘breadth and depth’ of learning as well as giving providers
a way of differentiating their offer in a competitive market place.
Value added vocational additionalities is a strength of NCFE’s portfolio.
For example our Level 3 Sport Award can be used with the Level 3
BTEC in Sport or Sport and Active Leisure, giving learners specific sports
coaching skills which they will take with them to a prospective employer.
Our Level 2 Award for Resort Representatives can be used with
a range of core Travel & Tourism qualifications – this expands the
horizons of learners, possibly introducing an alternative vocational
pathway to them, whilst equipping them with a range of skills which
a potential holiday representative needs.
Our new Computer Games Development Award might fit with IT
or Creative Media student’s core programmes again highlighting to
them potential career paths and, importantly, providing them with
skills in programming and developing computer games.
This additionality is engaging and motivating for learners and has the
potential to differentiate them from the competition in the jobs market.
These NCFE qualifications could also be taking one step further……..
Would Creative Craft qualifications be useful for your childcare learners
who may be asked to engage young people in craft activities as part of
an initial care worker role? Would an award in Customer Service provide
value adding skills for learners studying hair and beauty – potentially
applying for jobs working directly with a business’s paying customers?
Why not ask our Business Development team for further information, call 0191 239 8000 they’d be happy to help!
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be run alongside core programmes to add that additional
Leisure Travel & Tourism
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD FOR RESORT REPRESENTATIVES
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN IMPROVING PERSONAL EXERCISE, HEALTH AND NUTRITION
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN THE PRINCIPLES OF COACHING SPORT
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN UNDERSTANDING STEWARDING AT SPECTATOR EVENTS
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN INTRODUCTION TO THE PASSENGER SHIPPING INDUSTRY
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN BUSINESS SKILLS
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN CUSTOMER SERVICE KNOWLEDGE
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN RETAIL KNOWLEDGE
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN PERFORMANCE SKILLS
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD FOR PERSONAL LICENCE HOLDERS
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN INTRODUCTION TO CABIN CREW
NCFE LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE IN OCCUPATIONAL STUDIES
NCFE LEVEL 1 AWARD IN HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARENESS
NCFE LEVEL 2 EXTENDED AWARD IN THE PRINCIPLES OF CUSTOMER SERVICE IN HOSPITALITY,
LEISURE, TRAVEL AND TOURISM
60
90
63
40
60
33-86
115
93-113
120
18
153
130
18
37
GLH*
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN CREATIVE CRAFT
NCFE LEVEL 1 AWARD IN EXPLORING ENTERPRISE SKILLS
NCFE LEVEL 1 AWARD IN DEMONSTRATING ENTERPRISE SKILLS
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN DEVELOPING ENTERPRISE SKILLS
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN DEVELOPING ENTERPRISE SKILLS
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN RADIO PRODUCTION
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD FOR RESORT REPRESENTATIVES
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN INTRODUCTION TO THE PASSENGER SHIPPING INDUSTRY
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN COMPUTER GAMES DEVELOPMENT
100
10
50
130
40
90
60
60
120
GLH*
Health & Social Care and Childcare
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN AWARENESS OF END OF LIFE CARE
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN CREATIVE CRAFT
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN MENTORING
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN BUSINESS SKILLS
AWARENESS OF PROTECTION AND SAFEGUARDING IN HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE (ADULTS
AND CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE), EARLY YEARS AND CHILDCARE
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN STROKE AWARENESS
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS
NCFE LEVEL 1 AWARD IN STRESS AWARENESS
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
NCFE LEVEL 1 AWARD IN PERSONAL SAFETY AWARENESS
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN HELPING SKILLS
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN NUTRITION AND HEALTH
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN IMPROVING PERSONAL EXERCISE, HEALTH AND NUTRITION
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN HANDLING MEDICINES SAFELY
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN THE PRINCIPLES OF DEMENTIA CARE
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN THE PREVENTION AND CONTROL OF INFECTION
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN PROVISION OF ACTIVITIES IN A CARE SETTING
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN COUNSELLING SKILLS
28
100
60
33-86
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28
130
24
65
18
100
45
98
90
120
123
70
120
120
GLH*
* GLH = Guided Learning Hours
GLH*
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN GRAPHIC DESIGN
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN BUSINESS SKILLS
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN PODCASTING
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN INTERACTIVE MEDIA
NCFE LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN MANAGING A MUSIC BUSINESS ENTERPRISE
NCFE LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN MANAGING A MUSIC BUSINESS ENTERPRISE
NCFE LEVEL 1 AWARD IN HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARENESS
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD IN MOBILE DEVICE APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT
120
33-86
20
120
130
50
18
90
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Foundation
LearningFoundation Learning aims to improve the skills of learners working below level 2,
aged 14 and over, through developing high-quality credit-based qualifications
at Entry Level and Level 1 in the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).
NCFE Foundation Learning qualifications aim is to raise and support
engagement, participation, achievement and progression through Entry
Level and Level 1, which can then lead to higher vocational qualifications
or employment.
The framework of Foundation Learning allows you to create personalised programmes which meet the particular needs, interests and aspirations
of the individual learner. These programmes provide positive opportunities
for progression towards an intended long term destination – to Diplomas,
GCSEs, Apprenticeships or, in some cases to supported employment and/
or independent living.
NCFE Foundation Learning qualifications can offer:
We also have a range of vocational options, particularly at Entry Level 3 and
Level 1 which provide introductions to sector specific vocational learning
and provide foundation for progression on to Level 2 programmes.
Entry Level 3 AwardHealth and Fitness
– great introductory programme to learners considering sport as their
vocational area for further study.
Level 1 AwardPreparing to Work in Adult Social Care
– Sector Skills Council (SSC) approved qualification for access to
Adult Social Care (ASC) and used by some centres as a part of a
pre apprenticeship programme.
Level 1 AwardIntroduction to the Travel & Tourism industry
– provides introductory knowledge and skills to the Leisure
Travel & Tourism sector.
Level 1 CertificateCleaning and Support Services – which supports progression onto the intermediate apprenticeship
in cleaning and support services.
Entry Level 3 and Level 1 Awards in Occupational Studies – learners can develop a more ‘hands on’ approach to their learning.
NCFE offers a wide range of Foundation Learning qualifications and we’d be happy to send you further information on these, simply email [email protected] and we’ll pop a copy of our Foundation courses in the post for you!
NCFE
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To support the Employability Skills element of the Study Programme NCFE has
developed a range of key qualifications that will prepare learners for the labour
market. These qualifications provide learners with the essential numeracy,
literacy, ICT, vocational and personal skills required by employers.
Not only do these particular qualifications meet the needs of employers
and learners, they can be delivered as part of Entry to Employment, Skills
for Life and Employer-Responsive packages. We’ve looked across all of our
sectors to provide a wide variety of relevant qualifications that will fit
different circumstances, give learners choice and support them through
each step of their work-ready development.
Qualifications can be delivered in a range of settings, for example
online, in the workplace, via distance learning, in a classroom or
college environment.
Traineeships - We have over 130 qualifications to mix
and match from to help create your perfect package!
We think these qualifications lend themselves to work placement and
experience. They can be used to prepare learners for work placement
maybe using Job Search Skills and Presenting yourself units as well as
providing structure for learning and skills development whilst on work
placement (maybe using Health, Safety and Security in the workplace and
‘working in a team’ units). Demonstrating these skill developments will be
a much needed addition to a learner’s vocational skills.
Employability SkillsWork Placement and
GLH*
NCFE ENTRY LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
NCFE ENTRY LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE IN EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
NCFE ENTRY LEVEL 2 AWARD CERTIFICATE IN EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
NCFE ENTRY LEVEL 3 AWARD CERTIFICATE IN EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
Accreditation No: Multiple
Various
Various
Various
Various
NCFE ENTRY LEVEL 2 AWARD DEVELOPING SKILLS FOR THE WORKPLACE
Accreditation No: 500/8400/8
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NCFE ENTRY LEVEL 1 AWARD CV WRITING
Accreditation No: 600/3917/6
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NCFE ENTRY LEVEL 3 AWARD CERTIFICATE IN GETTING ON AT WORK
Accreditation No: Multiple
Various
NCFE ENTRY LEVEL 2 AWARD WORK SKILLS
Accreditation No: 501/0246/1
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NCFE LEVEL 1 AWARD JOB SEARCH AND INTERVIEW SKILLS
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD JOB SEARCH AND INTERVIEW SKILLS
NCFE LEVEL 3 AWARD JOB SEARCH AND INTERVIEW SKILLS
Accreditation No: Multiple
Various
Various
Various
NCFE LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE JOB SEARCH AND EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
NCFE LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE JOB SEARCH AND EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
NCFE LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE JOB SEARCH AND EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
Accreditation No: Multiple
Various
Various
Various
NCFE ENTRY LEVEL 3 ENTERPRISE SKILLS
NCFE LEVEL 1 AWARD CERTIFICATE ENTERPRISE SKILLS
NCFE LEVEL 2 AWARD CERTIFICATE ENTERPRISE SKILLS
Accreditation No: Multiple
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* GLH = Guided Learning Hours
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The Study Programme requires that learners working towards achieving
their Level 2 in English and maths. Here’s how NCFE can support you:
academic year
assessment and diagnostic tools along with their
learning
resources
and paper based
NCFE Functional Skills
ComingSoon
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Common Inspection
FrameworkChoosing accredited provision helps to ensure the quality of teaching and
learning and helps to improve the outcomes of your learners as well as
enhancing the overall learner experience. Accreditation also ensures that
outcomes are evidenced properly, which will support both Education Funding
Agency requirements and the Common Inspection Framework – not to
mention the learner and their future progression…
Related to this – the Education Funding Agency has outlined that Tutorial
activity will be funded under the Study Programme. Whilst this does not
have to be accredited, we believe that by accrediting some of your delivery
in this area, you will be strengthening your position when it comes to
demonstrating outcomes for the Education Funding Agency, the Common
Inspection Framework and for the learner’s overall progression.
Tutorial
The Study Programme allows for the funding of Tutorial activity to support
the progression and development of the learners. NCFE has the right mix
of qualifications to promote quality provision within tutorials, support
Common Inspection Framework Objectives and provide learner’s with
demonstrable achievements through the accreditation of a qualification.
The qualifications listed below are portfolio-based, can be contextualised
towards any sector and even better, they’re eligible for funding.
Enterprise Skills - Sustainable Development - Equality and Diversity
- Learning to Learn - Occupational Studies – Employability Skills
Podcasting - Radio Production - Music Technology - Creative
Craft - Sexual Health Awareness - Substance Misuse - Mental
Health Awareness - Alcohol Awareness - Principles of Coaching
Sport - Health and Fitness - Exercise Studies - Sport and Leisure -
Introduction to the Travel and Tourism Industry.
This list is just a taster and we’ve many more qualifications that might interest you - we’re always adding new qualifications to our portfolio. Why not check our website www.ncfe.org.uk for regular updates.
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We’ve gotit covered
At NCFE we’re dedicated to making your life easier. Our aim is to work with
you so you can support your learners to help them boost their skills, confidence
and ultimately find sustained employment, all through the delivery of high
quality training.
Traineeships will consist of a period of work experience and qualifications
in English and maths, along with job preparation such as CV writing
tips and how to prepare for an interview. This means that learners
can concentrate on developing the knowledge, understanding and
skills needed to enable them to progress onto Study Programmes,
Apprenticeships or into work.
As part of a Traineeship package offering tangible learning outcomes is
something which is high on the agenda. NCFE can offer a comprehensive
range of qualifications which you can mix and match to help create
the perfect package of learning that suits both you and your learners.
Learners will therefore have the opportunity to achieve relevant
certificates at the end of their programme of learning demonstrating
their success and enhancing their employability prospects.
To see our comprehensive mix and match package of qualifications
visit our website www.ncfe.org.uk.
We also have a large range of qualifications which help learners make the
leap from education into the workplace such as our Employability Skills,
Personal and Social Development, Job Search and Interview Skills, Job
Search and Employability Skills, Enterprise Skills, Occupational Studies and
much more!.
Maths and English – Coming Soon!
NCFE is developing a suite of over 100 different qualifications at levels
1 and 2. This includes single unit Awards to provide the short, bite-sized
chunks of learning designed to help the learner “fill the gaps” in their
skills, knowledge and understanding, and in addition and as an option for
progression, multi-unit Awards and Certificates are themed (for example
Level 1 Award in maths (Using Measurement, Shape and Space) and
incorporate relevant units plus synoptic assessment.
NCFE’s suite of maths and English qualifications will be ready for delivery
September 2013 and we’ll keep you up-to-date with all developments.
For further information about our Traineeships package visit our website,
alternatively you can contact your Business Development team on
0191 239 8000, who’d be happy to help!
We’d also be interested in your feedback regarding Traineeships and the
current changes to curriculum, you can email us at [email protected]
to let us know your thoughts.
NCFE Traineeships
With almost one million young people out of work, it’s clear to see that urgent steps need to be taken to support this ‘lost generation’ and set them on the road to a brighter future.
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At NCFE we’re passionate about developing Apprenticeship qualifications. We’re
also committed to providing you with an excellent level of on-going support
and service to help you deliver your Apprenticeship programme.
Building Blocks to Apprenticeships
NCFE offers a range of qualifications which can be delivered to support
learners, build their confidence and better prepare them for their chosen
Apprenticeship study route.
Working with you, we can help to develop your own progression to
Apprenticeship package. This will allow you to support your learners in the
best way possible. Some qualifications which might be useful include:
NCFE Apprenticeships – Working to help you deliver
Solutions – We continue to deliver success for our customers and
their learners with our range of full Intermediate and Advanced
Apprenticeships.
Support – We provide you with highly trained External Moderators and
support materials, including our new Apprenticeship Resources to help
with your delivery.
Service – We pride ourselves on providing you with exceptional
service. Whether it’s our one day turnaround on certification,
answering the phone in 2 rings, a dedicated Centre Support Assistant
or the option for online certification, our service will help you save
time and money.
NCFE offers Apprenticeships in:
Contact a member of the NCFE team now on: 0191 239 8000*
or email [email protected] to receive a FREE copy of our
Apprenticeship Directory and to see how we can help you with your
Apprenticeship delivery today! Or check out our website: ncfe.org.uk
Their success, is your successis our success
NCFE Apprenticeships
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the NCFE way!We’re different because:
customer service.
may have.
Competitive and clear pricing structure
hidden costs.
Clear and easy to read qualification information
learners.
Knowledgeable and supportive External Moderators
attend sector training and standardisation events
each academic year.
visit you at least once a year to sample your
in your way.
Whether you’re one of our many long standing customers or a new centre
wishing to work with us, our approach to customer service is designed to
make us easy to do business with, flexible and responsive.
Customer Service
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NCFE QualificationsNot a problem. We’ll confirm your approval as a new centre within 5
working days of receiving your application (provided you already have
approval to offer qualifications from an awarding organisation recognised
by the qualification regulators).
Becoming Approved to Run
For existing NCFE centres we’ll confirm approval for any additional
qualifications or awards you want to deliver within 5 working days
of receiving your completed notification form.
The application forms are available on our website www.ncfe.org.uk in
the ‘Documents’ section.
We can email or post you a copy too – just get in touch with us and we’ll
arrange this.
You can email your approval forms to [email protected] - you’ll
get an immediate response, letting you know the timescale for the work
being processed.
Bulk Approvals for Qualifications
Where qualifications are part of a suite, we can approve you for the full
suite without you having to tell us each time. As soon as you apply for
approval for one of the qualifications, we’ll automatically approve you for
the rest of that suite. We’ll bulk approve you for qualifications where they:
If you’re unsure which qualifications are classed as suites please contact
us on 0191 239 8000.
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
and view candidate information 24 hours a day. It’s designed to make
tracking your centre’s approvals and candidates’ progress much more
simple. For more information, please visit our website www.ncfe.org.uk
For further information you can request our bundle pack which includes details on Foundation Learning, Pathways to Employability, REED NCFE and much more by emailing [email protected]
Or to speak with one of our Business Development team contact 0191 239 8000!
Alternatively, you can find out all the information you may need online at www.ncfe.org.uk
NCFE Citygate St James’ Boulevard Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 4JE
T: 0191 239 8000* F: 0191 239 8001 E: [email protected] *to continue to improve our levels of customer service, telephone calls may be recorded for training and quality purposes