This qualification is being withdrawn
The operational end date (last date for new starts) of this qualification is 31/07/2022 and the certification end date is 31/07/2023.
Recognise personal growth and engagement in learning
Pass
Available at Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3 and Level 1 and they enable learners to gain recognition for the important skill of taking responsibility for the type of support they receive and the manner in which they receive it.
Learners must complete the single mandatory unit totalling 4 credits to achieve the qualification.
Learners must complete the single mandatory unit totalling 4 credits to achieve the qualification.
This qualification is primarily intended for use by learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities or with Special Educational Needs or Disability (SEND) who would benefit from learning how to optimise the support available to them. Learners are likely to be engaged in a full-time programme of learning, of which this qualification would form part. However, the skills covered would also be useful to learners already in supported employment or taking a short course specifically aimed at improving their independence.
This qualification comprises a single mandatory unit ‘Making Support Work for You’ which covers the skills required to communicate their need for support and their feelings about the way it is being delivered, and to take advantage of the support on offer to them.
This qualification is not intended to lead directly to employment, although for the small numbers who may progress into a (supported) entry-level job role, the skills covered will be of use in any employment context.
Learners will be able to progress from this qualification to further Entry level learning in a variety of areas, including personal and social development, learning skills and preparation for employment. Their progression will be facilitated by their improved ability to make use of the learning support on offer to them.
This qualification is primarily intended for use by learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities or with Special Educational Needs or Disability (SEND) who would benefit from learning how to optimise the support available to them.
There are now two main sources for funding information, a straightforward ESFA Qualification Search and the more detailed Find a Learning Aim website.
The new Find a learning aim (FALA) service provides a search tool that you can use to check the funding status of any qualification, framework, unit, standard or T Level:
View this qualification on the ESFA’s Find a learning aim website
The Education and Skills Funding Agency search provides funding information on qualifications. It does not provide funding information for units, non-regulated activity and work placements, for this information please use Find a learning aim (FALA).
View this qualification on the ESFA Qualification Funding Search
If you’re not sure how to use the new find a learning aim website, we’ve created a handy walkthrough to help you:
How to Use: Find a learning Aim
We have done our best to collate and summarise the key information, and wherever possible we alert our providers to changes in funding policy.
This funding information is provided in good faith and it is always advisable to check directly with the funding agencies before committing to delivery.
The following support materials will help you to deliver this qualification.
Special Considerations and Reasonable Adjustment Forms
Expert View: Entry Level Webinar
Meeting Learners’ Needs at Entry Level