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- NVQs and SVQs
- Approvals
- Processing Apprenticeships for the CWDC
- Foundation Degrees
- Development Awards
- Diploma in Probation Studies
- 14-19 Diplomas in this section
- Sector Qualifications Strategy
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Functional Skills
- Qualification Consultations
14-19 Diplomas
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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT - CHANGES TO THE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME|
What is the 14-19 Diploma?
The Diploma is a new qualification, part of the previous Labour Government's 14-19 reform programme.
It is highly flexible and combines theoretical and practical learning with functional skills in English, maths and ICT. It has been designed by employers for employers so that young people are better prepared for work.
The Diploma will not limit any future options for students. With this qualification, they could stay at school, go on to college, do a degree at university, start a career or an Apprenticeship.
To get a Diploma students will have to demonstrate functional skills, the core elements of English, maths and ICT, along with personal skills such as the ability to communicate and work in teams.
By 2011 the Diploma will be available in 14 subjects. See the full list and more detail on each Diploma subject|.
The Diploma is studied at three levels - Foundation, Higher and Advanced.
We are the convening Sector Skills Council for the Diploma in Public Services| and are also involved in the development of the Diploma in Society, Health and Development|
Diplomas offer progression in to Apprenticeships, find out more by visiting the Apprenticeships| page on our site. Please also visit the Sector Qualifications Strategy for Justice| page to see how Diplomas sit within the strategy.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT - CHANGES TO THE DIPLOMA PROGRAMME|
What is the 14-19 Diploma?
The Diploma is a new qualification, part of the previous Labour Government's 14-19 reform programme.
It is highly flexible and combines theoretical and practical learning with functional skills in English, maths and ICT. It has been designed by employers for employers so that young people are better prepared for work.
The Diploma will not limit any future options for students. With this qualification, they could stay at school, go on to college, do a degree at university, start a career or an Apprenticeship.
To get a Diploma students will have to demonstrate functional skills, the core elements of English, maths and ICT, along with personal skills such as the ability to communicate and work in teams.
By 2011 the Diploma will be available in 14 subjects. See the full list and more detail on each Diploma subject|.
The Diploma is studied at three levels - Foundation, Higher and Advanced.
- A Foundation Diploma is equivalent to 5 GCSEs at grades D-G
- The Higher Diploma is equivalent to 7 GCSEs at grades A*-C
- The Advanced Diploma is equivalent to 3.5 A levels
We are the convening Sector Skills Council for the Diploma in Public Services| and are also involved in the development of the Diploma in Society, Health and Development|
Diplomas offer progression in to Apprenticeships, find out more by visiting the Apprenticeships| page on our site. Please also visit the Sector Qualifications Strategy for Justice| page to see how Diplomas sit within the strategy.
