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Year 2 delivery

This section provides a comprehensive array of resources and support to facilitate the successful delivery of Year 2 V Cert curriculum.

It includes key information around the NEA, our booking form to request one-to-one consultations and direct links to our events page for ongoing events during the academic year. 

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. 

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. 

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.

Listen here

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 burdens, 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.

Teacher packs

Click and download the Teacher Pack for your subject.

Teacher Packs

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.

We've got you covered, so you can focus on delivering a fantastic learning experience for your learners! 

Discover various support options available for Year 2 delivery, including event registrations, personalised consultations, and instructional videos, designed to optimise educational success. 

NCFE V Certs Events and CPD: You can register for our upcoming V Certs events and training here. 

V Certs 1:1 touchpoint consultation: Book a 20-minute chat with our Provider Development Team. Get personalised advice and improve your delivery. Limited spaces are available Monday 12-1.20pm and 3-5pm and Thursday 12-3.20pm.

V Certs Bi-Monthly Group Q&A Drop-in session: 

Join one of our group sessions to ask about the V Cert qualification and structure, New and experienced educators welcome. Available on the following months: July, Sept, Oct, Dec, March, May, June (3.30-4.30pm).

Practical tips for Portal perfection: Step-by-step instructional video guiding providers through NCFE portal usage during delivery. 

Please find below a number of videos to help you with the moderation process: 

How to view students selected for Moderation and upload evidence
How to submit marks
How to access assessment materials
Preparing for moderation

We want you to feel confident and prepared for moderation, so this our dedicated moderation page will provide you with all the information you need about the moderation process, explain how sampling works, and how the final marks for each learner in the cohort are determined.

Business and enterprise

To access tutor guidance, click here.

Child development

To access tutor guidance, click here.

Creative design and enterprise

To access tutor guidance, click here.

Engineering

To access tutor guidance, click here.

Food and cookery

To access tutor guidance, click here.

Graphic design

To access  tutor guidance, click here.

Health and fitness

To access tutor guidance, click here.

Interactive media

To access tutor guidance, click here.

Music technology

To access tutor guidance, click here.

Sports studies

To access tutor guidance, click here.

The resources provided, such as bite-sized sessions, chief moderator and chief examiner reflections, and exam support playlists, offer educators valuable tools to enhance teaching methodologies and delivery strategies.

By offering guidance on curriculum sequencing, exam preparation techniques, and insights from chief examiners, these resources empower teachers to refine their instructional approaches and effectively support student learning throughout the delivery of Year 1 curriculum.

These are all available on our V certs Playlist.

For assessment materials you can find these on the page for each subject:

Business and enterprise

Child development

Creative design and production

Engineering

Food and cooking 

Graphic design

Health and fitness

Health and social care

Interactive media

Music technology

Sports studies

Our student pack is designed to support learners in preparing for their NEA and EA assessments, supplementing their classes with guides and activities. 

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.

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