What is an NCFE study programme made up of?
The four parts to our 16-19 study programmes support you in building programmes with Planned Learning hours that are realistic and deliverable for learners.
Core
The core study programme qualification is a substantial Level 2 or Level 3 qualification that makes up over 270 Planned Learning Hours (PLH), at least half of a learner’s programme. Our range of Level 2 and Level 3 technical qualifications, some in nested suites, are designed to develop knowledge and skills that prepare learners for employment or higher education.
Enhance
In line with our charitable purpose, we offer 100 hours of free non-qualification activities to support study programmes. These employability, enrichment and pastoral activities have been designed to complement study programmes and enhance your learners’ transferable skills and confidence.
The Enhance resources cover the following areas:
- Employability
- Business and Enterprise
- Study Skills
- Personal and Social Development
- Digital Skills
Wraparound
Short Level 1, 2 and 3 qualifications add extra value to the core of the study programme and can be cherry-picked depending on the needs of the learner. Our wraparound products cover a range of cross-curricular disciplines such as employability skills, digital skills, study skills and functional skills, to enrich the study experience for learners.
Diagnostics
Our unique skills assessment and diagnostic tools provide leading e-Learning solutions for English and maths, employability and digital skills. The platform provides accurate visibility of learner’s progress and digitally captures evidence of their skills, knowledge and occupational competency to help set them up for success.