Recognised centre and qualification approval status
The qualification is designed to be delivered through independent and maintained schools, Academy trusts, MATTs, Pupil Referral Units, local, regional and national training providers, colleges, universities and industry employers. It is accessible to any organisation which meets the centre recognition and qualification approval conditions.
Qualification delivery model
This qualifications is designed to be delivered through interactive face to face sessions. A protype delivery model is provided to recognised centres. This is fully aligned to the qualification. This should be delivered flexibly to support each centre’s approach and their learners needs. Where an alternative model is required, recognised centres are required to submit the documents to the awarding organisation. A clear justification for the alternative must be provided and supported by clear mapping and full alignment to all aspects of the qualification specification. Alternative models must not be deployed without awarding organisation approval.
Qualification assessment framework
This qualifications is designed to be dynamically assessed through skills development opportunities. Assessor observations and professional discussions must be collated within a portfolio of evidence. Each portfolio will showcase the learner’s skills development in accordance with the assessment criteria.
The recognised centre will be granted access to the standardised assessment materials upon approval. The assessment tasks provide a clear indication of the knowledge, skills and understanding which will be assessed as part of the qualification.
Qualification quality assurance
Internal and external moderation is required to be conducted in accordance with risk-based tactics. This serves to ensure that the level of monitoring is proportionate to the nature of the qualification, the workforce and the number of learners registered. This qualification has been assigned a low-risk profile due to its nature.
