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View Qualification : AIM Awards Level 2 Certificate in Developing Skills for Employment (QCF)

Qualification
Qualification Number
600/5992/8
Title
AIM Awards Level 2 Certificate in Developing Skills for Employment (QCF)
Awarding Organisation
AIM Awards
Fees Price List Url
Qualification Type
QCF
Qualification Sub Type
None
Qualification Level
Level 2
Qualification Sub Level
None
EQF Level
Level 3
Regulation Start Date
20-Jun-2012
Operational Start Date
01-Jul-2012
Operational End Date
Certification End Date
Offered In England
Yes
Offered In Wales
Yes
Offered In Northern Ireland
Yes
Assessment Language In English
Yes
Assessment Language In Welsh
No
Assessment Language In Irish
No
SSA
14.1 Foundations For Learning and Life
Purpose
C. Prepare for employment
Sub Purpose
C1. Prepare for employment in a broad occupational area
Total Credits
13
Min Credits at/above Level
8
Minimum Guided Learning Hours
104
Maximum Guided Learning Hours
109
Diploma Guided Learning Hours
0
Barring Classification Code
ZZZZ
Overall Grading Type
Pass
Assessment Methods
Coursework, E-assessment, Multiple Choice Examination, Portfolio of Evidence, Practical Demonstration/Assignment
Exemptions
Structure Requirements
Learner must achieve 13 credits in total. A minimum of 8 credits must be taken from Group A, which a minimum of 6 credits is to be taken from A1 and the remaining credits from either A1 or A2. The remaining 5 credits can be taken from any part of the qualification (group A1, A2 and/or B). A minimum of 8 credits must be achieved at Level 2. Units with the same title at different levels can only be counted once towards the credits required for the qualification.
The awarding organisation states that this qualification is appropriate for use in the following age ranges.
Age Ranges
Pre-16 : Yes; 16-18 : Yes; 18+ : No; 19+ : Yes
Further information
This does not imply that eligibility for funding has been agreed for these age ranges.
For further information on the funding of 14-19 qualifications offered in England, please refer to the DFE Section 96 website.
For further information on the funding of 19+ qualifications offered in England, please refer to the SFA website.
For further information on funding in Wales, visit the DAQW website.
For further information on funding in Northern Ireland, visit the DELNI and DENI website.
When undertaking a qualification that does not appear on the governments' lists as eligible for funding for specific age ranges, users must be aware of the legal requirements around activities undertaken by learners of specific ages.
Compound Group
OG
Label
OG
Name
Overarching Group
Group Requirements
Learner must achieve 13 credits in total. A minimum of 8 credits must be taken from Group A. The remaining 5 credits can be taken from any part of the qualification (group A1, A2 and/or B)
Minimum Credit Value
13
Maximum Credit Value
Minimum Subcomponents
1
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Pathway Reference
Compound Group
A
Label
A
Name
Group A
Group Requirements
Learner must achieve a minimum of 8 credits from this group. 6 credits from A1 with the remaining 2 credits taken from either A1 or A2.
Minimum Credit Value
8
Maximum Credit Value
13
Minimum Subcomponents
1
Maximum Subcomponents
2
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Pathway Reference
Unit Group
A1
Label
A1
Name
Group A1
Group Requirements
Learner must achieve a minimum of 6 credits from this group.
Minimum Credit Value
6
Maximum Credit Value
13
Minimum Subcomponents
1
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
Yes
Linked Unit
Communicating in a Practical Environment
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
F/600/3235
Title
Communicating in a Practical Environment
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
24
Unit Credit Value
3
Linked Unit
Developing Practical Skills and Techniques
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
T/600/3247
Title
Developing Practical Skills and Techniques
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
24
Unit Credit Value
3
Linked Unit
Health and Safety in a Practical Environment
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
F/600/3249
Title
Health and Safety in a Practical Environment
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
8
Unit Credit Value
1
Linked Unit
Investigating a Vocational Area
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
T/600/3250
Title
Investigating a Vocational Area
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
16
Unit Credit Value
2
Linked Unit
Participating in a Vocational Taster
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
A/600/3251
Title
Participating in a Vocational Taster
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
16
Unit Credit Value
2
Linked Unit
Participating in Vocational Tasters
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
F/600/3252
Title
Participating in Vocational Tasters
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
48
Unit Credit Value
6
Unit Group
A2
Label
A2
Name
Group A2
Group Requirements
Learner may achieve 2 credits from this group.
Minimum Credit Value
1
Maximum Credit Value
2
Minimum Subcomponents
1
Maximum Subcomponents
2
Mandatory Within Group
No
Linked Unit
Preparation for Work Experience
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
J/600/3253
Title
Preparation for Work Experience
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
8
Unit Credit Value
1
Linked Unit
Customer Service Skills
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
M/600/3246
Title
Customer Service Skills
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
24
Unit Credit Value
3
Linked Unit
Use of Materials in a Practical Activity
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
L/600/3254
Title
Use of Materials in a Practical Activity
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
16
Unit Credit Value
2
Linked Unit
Use Tools and Equipment for a Practical Activity
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
R/600/3255
Title
Use Tools and Equipment for a Practical Activity
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
16
Unit Credit Value
2
Linked Unit
Handling Payment for Goods and Services
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
A/600/3248
Title
Handling Payment for Goods and Services
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 2
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
16
Unit Credit Value
2
Unit Group
B
Label
B
Name
Group B
Group Requirements
Learner may achieve 5 credits from this group.
Minimum Credit Value
1
Maximum Credit Value
5
Minimum Subcomponents
Maximum Subcomponents
Mandatory Within Group
No
Linked Unit
Preparation for Work Experience
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
D/600/3243
Title
Preparation for Work Experience
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 1
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
9
Unit Credit Value
1
Linked Unit
Customer Service Skills
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
J/600/3236
Title
Customer Service Skills
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 1
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
27
Unit Credit Value
3
Linked Unit
Use of Materials in a Practical Activity
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
H/600/3244
Title
Use of Materials in a Practical Activity
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 1
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
18
Unit Credit Value
2
Linked Unit
Use Tools and Equipment for a Practical Activity
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
K/600/3245
Title
Use Tools and Equipment for a Practical Activity
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 1
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
18
Unit Credit Value
2
Linked Unit
Handling Payment for Goods and Services
Linked Reference Number
Not Set
Unit
Unit Reference Number
R/600/3238
Title
Handling Payment for Goods and Services
Organisation Name
NOCN
Unit Level
Level 1
Unit Sub Level
None
Guided Learning Hours
18
Unit Credit Value
2
Barred Units
Barred UnitUnit
DescriptionSource UnitTarget Units
Customer Service Skills L1 (J/600/3236)Customer Service Skills (M/600/3246)Customer Service Skills (J/600/3236)
Handling Payment for Goods and Services L1 (R/600/3238)Handling Payment for Goods and Services (A/600/3248)Handling Payment for Goods and Services (R/600/3238)
Participating in a Vocational Taster L2 (A/600/3251)Participating in Vocational Tasters (F/600/3252)Participating in a Vocational Taster (A/600/3251)
Preparation for Work Experience L1 (D/600/3243)Preparation for Work Experience (J/600/3253)Preparation for Work Experience (D/600/3243)
Use of Materials in a Practical Activity L1 (H/600/3244)Use of Materials in a Practical Activity (L/600/3254)Use of Materials in a Practical Activity (H/600/3244)
Use Tools and Equipment for a Practical Activity L1 (K/600/3245)Use Tools and Equipment for a Practical Activity (R/600/3255)Use Tools and Equipment for a Practical Activity (K/600/3245)
Qualification Objectives
ObjectiveResponse
GCSEs priorised to measure school and/or teacher performanceNot Set
Other GCSEsNot Set
Other level 1, 2 and1/2 qualifications used to indicate learners' attainment on completion of compulsory schooling and included in measures of school and/or teacher performanceNot Set
GCEs and ASNot Set
Other level 3 qualifications designed to demonstrate eligibility for progression to higher education and/or used to measure school or college performanceNot Set
ESOL qualifications that are required for citizenshipNot Set
Qualifications that indicate an individual can undertake a specfic role in the workplace and that may be relied upon by employersNot Set
Qualifications that an individual is required by law to have gained in order to undertake a specific roleNot Set
Qualifications taken primarily for growth and enjoymentNot Set
Qualifications that are designed to meet the needs of a named employer or other organisationNot Set
Qualifications that are included within apprenticeships frameworks, including functional skillsNot Set
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