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Pre-delivery
This section provides comprehensive support for preparing to deliver V Cert technical awards, covering various aspects such as student preparation pack for NEA & EA, teaching and delivery support resources including practical tips and instructional videos, guidance on onboarding for V Certs, access to NCFE events and CPD.
Additionally, it offers access to essential documents via a repository containing NCFE teaching materials and external resources, and support for exploring additional resources like the Hachette textbook (formally known as Hodder) and IAchieve offerings, enhancing the educational experience for both educators and learners.
Subject qualification pages
To access the qualification specification, tutor guidance and synoptic connections, select the qualification below:
Creative design and production
Teaching and delivery support
Access a comprehensive suite of resources, including an overview of V Certs, practical portal usage tips, a dedicated YouTube playlist for training and support, registration for upcoming events and CPD, all designed to enhance delivery and support providers and learners.
A Guide to V Cert Level 1/2 Technical Awards
This video provides a high-level overview of the V Cert qualifications. This includes the organisations involved, the role of NCFE, and key information and documentation regarding dates, time scales and grading.
Parent, supporter and pupil information hub
Browse our parent, supporter and pupil V Certs information area here.
Portal user guide
Our portal user guide is a step-by-step instructional document guiding providers through NCFE portal usage during all stages of delivery. Providers can also log in to the portal here.
Teaching and learning resources by subject
Business and enterprise - teaching materials
Child development and care in the early years - teaching materials
Creative design and production - teaching materials
Engineering - teaching materials
Food and cookery - teaching materials
Graphic design - teaching materials
Health and fitness - teaching materials
Health and social care - teaching materials
Interactive media - teaching materials
V Certs events and CPD
Register for our upcoming V Cert events and training here.
V Certs podcast playlist
All About V Certs is the go-to podcast for busy teachers delivering NCFE Level 1/2 Technical Awards.
Hosted by our experienced Provider Development officers, each bite-sized episode (just 15–20 minutes long) is packed with practical insights, top tips, and expert guidance on all things V Certs.
V Certs YouTube playlist
NCFE's comprehensive YouTube playlist offers V Cert support and CPD with a full catalogue of instructional videos for delivery assistance.
Pupil Progress
Pupil Progress (endorsed by NCFE)
With Pupil Progress, you get two subjects at zero cost as part of your NCFE V Cert(s) qualification.
Your team gains access to intuitive, real-time data dashboards that make tracking student progress simpler than ever.
These insights enable you to tailor support to individual learners, streamline planning, and reduce administrative burden, allowing your staff to focus on unlocking every student's potential and driving exceptional outcomes.
Empower your students. Support your staff. Revolutionise your results.
For more information, view the launch recording or head directly to Pupil Progress.
Surpass online Examined Assessment (EA)
You have the option to request the EA online. Using surpass, you are required to to register for an online EA.
Register for online assessment here.
Online assessment Surpass support video ( for online exams).
Teacher packs
Click and download the Teacher Pack for your subject.
Teacher Packs
- Business and Enterprise Teacher Pack
- Child Development and Care in Early Years Teacher Pack
- Creative Design and Production Teacher Pack
- Engineering Teacher Pack
- Food and Cookery Teacher Pack
- Graphic Design Teacher Pack
- Health and Fitness Teacher Pack
- Health and Social Care Teacher Pack
- Interactive Media Teacher Pack
- Music Technology Teacher Pack
- Sports Studies Teacher Pack
This pack provides everything you need to get started teaching your chosen NCFE V Cert qualification. Inside you'll find:
- An Overview: Learn about the qualification's structure, content and delivery model
- Assessment Resources: Access specific assessment objects relevant to your subject
- Key Documentation:
- Qualification page
- Specification
- Teaching materials
- Sample assessments (NEA/EA)
- NEA exemplars (Bands 2 and 4)
- NEA tutor guidance
- Video resources:
- NCFE V Cert playlist:
- Bitesize introduction to your subject area 'Prepare to Teach' videos for Years 1 and 2
- Additional videos on online assessment, exam techniques, careers and work experience.
- NCFE V Cert playlist:
We've got you covered, so you can focus on delivering a fantastic learning experience for your learners!
Essential documents
A centralised repository housing critical documents including qualification specifications, key dates schedules, and assessment regulations for V Certs technical awards
Regulations for the conduct of external assessment
Surpass online Examined Assessment (EA)
Register for online assessment here.
Online assessment Surpass support video ( for online exams).
Student pack
Our dedicated student pack is designed to support learners in preparing for their NEA and EA assessments, supplementing classes with guides and activities.
Exam Officer support
Welcome to our on demand comprehensive guide on V Cert Administration Support—designed specifically for Exam Officers. Whether you're new to administering V Certs or looking for a refresher, this video walks you through everything you need to know to manage the process smoothly and confidently.