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NVQ stands for National Vocational Qualification. It is a 'competence-based' qualification: this means you learn practical, work-related tasks designed to help you develop the skills and knowledge to do a job effectively.
NVQs are based on national standards for various occupations. The standards say what a competent person in a job could be expected to do. As you progress through the course, you compare your skills and knowledge with these standards as you learn, so you can see what you need to do to meet them.
Taking an NVQ could be appropriate if you already have skills and want to improve them, or if you are starting from scratch. |
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Course Length
Within reason, there is no maximum time limit to complete an NVQ; it is designed to be taken at a pace that suits your needs.
Our average completion times vary depending on the qualification so check the course details on the right. As a rough guide though, a Level 2 in Business & Administration can take as little as 6 weeks, whereas on average a Level 2 in childcare takes 6-8 months. A Level 3 can take up to a year - a Level 4 a few months more than that.
How you are assessed
NVQs are assessed on practical assignments and a portfolio of evidence.
Normally, a qualified assessor will observe you and question you about the real work you carry out in the workplace (or a realistic working environment).
They will test your knowledge and understanding as well as your actual performance.Your assessor will 'sign-off' individual units within the NVQ when you have reached the required standard.
Grades
You are assessed as being either 'competent' or 'not yet competent'.
How Care Training NVQs are different
We understand that learners and employers need us to be as flexible as possible. We aim to make your learning experience unique and tailored to your needs as a learner and an employee. Here's how we're different:
We don't have terms. You can start learning with us 12 months a year. Every month we have lots of people beginning their NVQs so there'll be plenty of people going at the same pace as you.
Flexible assessors. Our team of assessors will come out to your workplace mornings, afternoons, nights and weekends to make sure you are supported throughout your learning journey.
Experienced assessors. Every member of the team has extensive industry experience, is CRB checked and is trained in First Aid and Health and Safety.
Dedicated and focused Assessors. All staff have received extensive training on their sector’s standards and know how to guide you through your learning quickly and efficiently.
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