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| Qualification: | Awarding Body: |
| NVQ Level 3 | |
| Key Skills Certificate | Edexcel |
| BTEC Level 3 Certificate | |
| Duration of Course and how it is delivered: | |
| 9 - 15 months (average), depending on your experience and work role. Study modes can be via workshops, on-line portfolios or self-study. There is also an option to complete the Level 3 BTEC Certificate via Onscreen Test. | |
| Entry Requirements: | |
| It is required that you are in a supervisory position of any age wishing to pursue an apprenticeship in order to further develop their skills and gain a recognised qualification. Candidates will be assessed on Literacy and Numeracy and the appropriate support will be offered. | |
| Topics / Areas of Study / Unit Titles: | |
| The NVQ award structure has 4 mandatory units plus 4 optional units – a total of 8 units. The mandatory units are: | |
| • Promote effective communication for and about individuals | |
| • Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security in the working environment | |
| • Reflect on and develop your practice | |
| • Promote the well-being and protection of adults/children and young people | |
| Assessment Methods: | |
| Candidates will also attend a training course which is used to support the framework requirements covering knowledge and understanding leading to an Onscreen test (optional, can be portfolio based). | |
| Assessment is carried out by a combination of the following: | |
| - APEL | |
| - Observation of Performance | |
| - Work products | |
| - Witness Testimonies | |
| - Written assignments/Case Studies | |
| - Questioning/Discussion | |
| - Onscreen Testing | |
| Progression opportunities: | |
| Progression on to a Care Level 4 NVQ qualification if candidates role changes. | |