NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning Principles
Ref:
601/0791/1
Sector:
Retail and Commercial Enterprise
Features:
Teaching materials available
Registration & certification fee:
£68.00
Level:
Level 2
Minimum entry age:
16
GLH:
110
TQT:
130
Credit value:
13
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About this qualification
This qualification aims to provide learners with a range of underpinning knowledge in both generic and specialist cleaning principles and meet the needs of those who work or want to work in the cleaning sector. The objective of this qualification is to help learners to develop their knowledge and understanding of the skills required for working in the cleaning sector.
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is suitable for learners aged 16 and above.
What are the entry requirements?
Centres are responsible for ensuring that this qualification is appropriate for the age and ability of learners. They need to make sure that learners can fulfil the requirements of the learning outcomes and comply with the relevant literacy, numeracy and health and safety aspects of this qualification.
Learners registered on this qualification shouldn’t undertake another qualification at the same level with the same or a similar title, as duplication of learning may affect funding eligibility.
Registration is at the discretion of the centre, in accordance with equality legislation, and should be made on the Portal.
How is this qualification structured?
This qualification consists of 3 mandatory units and 16 optional units.
How is it assessed?
This qualification is internally assessed and externally quality assured via a portfolio of evidence.
How long will it take to complete this qualification?
This qualification can be completed in 1 year or less depending on the learner’s knowledge and experience.
Is employment or completion of work/industry placement required for this qualification?
No
What related qualifications can you progress to?
Learners may wish to progress to other qualifications in the retail and commercial enterprise sector.
Funding for our qualifications
Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on our funding page.
Useful links
Mandatory policies and fees | NCFE
Support materials
Qualification specification (PDF | 890 KB)
Qualification specification (Word) (DOCX | 523 KB)
Support Handbook (PDF | 371 KB)
Teaching materials
Learning Curve Group resources
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Unit breakdown
Dealing With Routine and Non-Routine Waste (T/505/3667)
Health and Safety for the Cleaning and Support Services Industry (A/505/3668)
Working With Customers and Others in the Cleaning and Support Services Industry (F/505/3669)
Cleaning and Maintenance of External Surfaces and Areas (K/502/2268)
Cleaning of Confined Spaces (T/502/2273)
Cleaning of Food Areas (L/502/2277)
Cleaning of Glazed Surfaces and Facades (L/502/2280)
Cleaning of High Risk Areas (Controlled Environments) (H/502/2284)
Cleaning of Interiors and Washrooms (K/502/2285)
Cleaning of Specialist Electronic Equipment (M/502/2286)
Deep Cleaning of Internal Equipment Surfaces and Areas (T/502/2287)
Maintenance and Minor Repairs of Property (A/502/2288)
Manual Street Cleaning (F/502/2289)
Mechanical Street Cleaning (T/502/2290)
Periodic Cleaning of Hard and Semi Hard Floors (J/502/2293)
Periodic Cleaning of Soft Floors and Furnishings (L/502/2294)
Working Safely at Heights in the Cleaning and Support Services Industry (R/502/2295)
Cleaning With Water Fed Pole Systems (Y/502/2296)
Internal Cleaning of Passenger Transport (F/502/3071)