What is a Level 2 vocational qualification?

What is a Level 2 vocational qualification?

BTEC Level 2 Technicals and BTEC Level 2 Industry Skills are practical qualifications designed to give your learners the skills and knowledge they will need to go straight into employment, an apprenticeship or to further technical study.

What is a NVQ level 2 equivalent to?

In simple terms, having a Level 2 NVQ is the equivalent of having five A* – C grade GCSEs. By their nature, NVQ qualifications are very different GCSEs as they display your ability to in specific work environments and job roles, whereas GCSEs display a more general academic achievement.

What is a Level 2 award equivalent to?

Level 2 qualifications are at a level of learning equivalent to NVQ2/GCSE grade A*-C. Qualifications and awards recognise the ability to gain, and where relevant apply a range of knowledge, skills and understanding.

Is NVQ Level 2 equivalent to a level?

NVQ Level 2 equivalent – 4-5 GCSE grades 4 – 9 (A*-C) NVQ Level 3 equivalent – 2 A Levels.

Is vocational the same as BTEC?

Level 3 BTECs (and OCR, City and Guilds) are vocational qualifications available in a wide range of subjects. People choose these courses if they are interested in learning more about a particular sector or industry.

Is a BTEC the same as an NVQ?

Distinct NVQ Levels and BTEC Qualifications in the UK. While it is true that both NVQ and BTEC accreditations provide hands-on work experience in vocational training, they differ in the manner in which they separate or divide the courses offered and skills to hone.

Can you do NVQ Level 2 online?

What free online NVQ Level 2 courses can I study? Reed Courses advertises a large variety of NVQ Level 2 courses which are delivered by a range of learning providers. The NVQ Level 2 courses on offer vary in time duration and study method, with many offering tutor support.

Is A-Level 2 diploma the same as an NVQ?

The NVQ Level 2 is an earlier version of a current diploma at Level 2 so the answer is in general outline yes. Curriculum’s change from time to time. The National Vocational Qualifications (NVQ) Framework was replaced several years ago when the Qualification and Credit Framework (QCF) was introduced.

How many credits is a level 2 diploma worth?

30-credit
It is broadly equivalent to one GCSE. This is a 30-credit programme which extends the specialist work-related focus of the Level 2 Certificate and covers the key knowledge and practical skills required in the appropriate vocational sector.

What is a Level 2 pass equivalent to in GCSE?

Level 2 Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction* (P/M/D/D*)….Grading.

Is NVQ Level 2 a diploma?

NVQ 2 = four or five GCSEs at grades A*–C, BTEC first diploma. NVQ 3 = two or more A levels, BTEC Ordinary National Diploma (OND), City & Guilds Advanced Craft.

Is a Level 2 BTEC equivalent to a GCSE?

The qualifications are fully recognised as holding equivalences to GCSEs. For example, a Level 2 BTEC First Diploma is worth the equivalent of 4 GCSEs grade A*-C. This means a student can do a Level 2 BTEC First independently alongside GCSEs, or work towards them both in the same subject area.

What is a BTEC Level 2?

BTEC International Level 2 offers learners aged 14 and above the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to prepare for a career or continue in further education. The demand for workforce skills is increasing and the need for global certification in technical and vocational areas is growing.

Is a BTEC Level 2 equivalent to NVQ?

NVQ Level 1 equivalent – 3/4 GCSE grades D-G. NVQ Level 2 equivalent – 4-5 GCSE grades A*-C. NVQ Level 3 equivalent – 2 A Levels. NVQ Level 4 equivalent – Higher Education Certificate/BTEC.

How much does a NVQ level 2 cost?

Duration & Cost The cost to achieve NVQ level 2 will be £1495.00 based on 2 site visits. If you have completed your level 2 Plumbing qualification with Able Skills, the cost will be £1295.00.

Is NVQ Level 2 free?

In addition to free NVQ Level 2 courses, Reed Courses also has plenty of paid for online NVQ Level 2 courses, designed to meet all kinds of learning goals and to suit a range of preferred study methods.

Is A-Level 2 BTEC equivalent to a GCSE?

Can you go to uni without A-Levels?

Although A Levels are primarily for those seeking to get into university, yes it is possible to get to university without A levels and qualify for a university course. An Access to Higher Education (Access to HE) course is a flexible way of getting into university and suits those who are returning to education.

How many GCSEs is a level 2 diploma?

It is broadly equivalent to one GCSE. This is a 30-credit programme which extends the specialist work-related focus of the Level 2 Certificate and covers the key knowledge and practical skills required in the appropriate vocational sector. It is broadly equivalent to two GCSEs.

Is A level 2 pass good?

Level 2 Pass, Merit, Distinction and Distinction* (P/M/D/D*)….Grading.