GCSE:- The General Certificate in Education is the main qualification taken within schools at the age of 16. Pass Grades are A-G but for some occupations a Pass at Grade C or above is required in English and / or Maths.
Intermediate GNVQ:- At Intermediate Level, the General National Vocational Qualification is the equivalent of four GCSE passes at A-C. You may choose to take a Full or Part Award and combine with other options.
BTEC First Diploma:- These vocational awards are recognised by industry and business as equipping people with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required for success in current and future employment. The First Diploma will give you the basis to move on to a National and possibly a Higher National Diploma.
NVQ 2: - At level 2 in the National Vocational Qualifications, you will be involved with practical work which is supervised. All NVQs concentrate on skills and knowledge in specific work situations. You will be assessed through a portfolio of evidence which proves that you are able to carry out tasks to a particular standard.