02 Mar 2021
This qualification is being withdrawn
The operational end date (last date for new starts) of this qualification is 31/07/2020 and the certification end date is 31/07/2021.
Key Facts
Qualification purpose
Prepare for employment
Qualification Grading Type
Pass
Assessment Methods
Why choose this qualification?
The flexible rule of combination for these qualifications at Entry 1, Entry 2 and Entry 3 allows learners to develop the employability skills, most relevant to them, as they prepare for employment, such as getting on with colleagues, managing your time, following instructions, as well as job search and interview preparation units and, at E3, a taster of specific sectors. They have been designed to support any employment-focused programme, and can provide a structure for the college-based element of a supported internship.
Notice of Qualification Withdrawal
This qualification is being withdrawn as it is being superseded by a new Gateway Qualifications Entry level Certificate in Preparation for Employment (Entry 3) qualification.
The operational end date (last date for new starts) of this qualification is 31st July 2020 and the certification end date is 31st July 2021.
Please ensure that any information on the qualification held by your centre is updated. If you have any questions about this matter please do not hesitate to contact QualDev@gatewayqualifications.org.uk.
If you wish to gain approval for the new Gateway Qualifications Entry level Award in Preparation for Employment (Entry 1) qualification, please contact us.
Rules of Combination
Learners must complete 13 credits of which a minimum of 8 credits must be at E3. Learners may include no more than 2 units from Group O2 Working in a Sector. Learners cannot include more than one unit with the same or similar title. For full details see list of barred units.
Units
Learners must complete a minimum of 8 credits at Entry 3 from this group.
Applying for Jobs
Applying for Jobs
Applying for a Job
Career Progression
Completing Tasks at Work
Conduct at Work
Conduct at Work
Dealing with Work-related Problems
Dealing with Work-related Problems
Developing Communication Skills
Developing ICT Skills
Developing Independent Living Skills: Having Your Say
Developing Skills for the Workplace: Following Instructions
Developing Skills for the Workplace: Getting Things Done
Developing Skills for the Workplace: Health and Safety
Developing Skills for the Workplace: Looking and Acting the Part
Early Mathematics: Developing Number Skills
Effective Communication in the Workplace
Effective Communication in the Workplace
Exploring the World of Work
Finding Jobs
Finding Jobs
Following Instructions
Following Instructions
Health and Safety at Work
Independent Travel
Interview Skills
Learning from Work Placement
Learning from Work Placement
Learning from Work Placement
Making Choices
Making Choices
Managing Your Time
Negotiation Skills
Negotiation Skills
Personal Presentation at Work
Personal Presentation at Work
Preparing for Work Placement
Preparing for Work Placement
Preparing for Work Placement
Preparing for an Interview
Preparing for an Interview
Preparing for an Interview
Presenting Information about Self to an Employer
Presenting Information about Self to an Employer
Producing a CV
Safe Learning in the Workplace
Searching for a Job
Self-Advocacy
Self-Management Skills
Setting Work-related Targets
Setting Work-related Targets
Setting and Meeting Targets at Work
Solving Work-Related Problems
Speaking up for Yourself
Taking Part in an Interview
Taking Part in an Interview
Travel within the Community: Going Places
Understanding the World of Work
Using ICT in the Workplace
Using ICT in the Workplace
Using Numeracy Skills in the Workplace
Using Numeracy Skills in the Workplace
Work in a customer-friendly way
Working in a Team
Working in a Team
Working in a Team
Working with Colleagues
Working with Customers
Working with Customers
Working with Others in the Workplace
Working with Others in the Workplace
Learners may include up to 2 units from this group.
Introduction to the Hair and Beauty Sector
Introduction to the Hospitality Industry
Introduction to the Performing Arts
Introduction to the Retail Automotive Maintenance and Repair Industry
Working in Art and Design
Working in Business and Administration
Working in Early Years Settings
Working in Health and Social Care and Children's and Young People's Settings
Working in Retail
Working in Sport and Active Leisure
What is the purpose of this qualification?
This qualification is particularly suitable for learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities or with Special Educational Needs or Disability (SEND) who need a structured programme of learning to support their development of employability skills in preparation for employment. However, it is also relevant for learners working at Entry 3 for a number of other reasons, such as missed schooling or long-term unemployment, for whom a lack of employability skills is acting as a barrier to gaining employment.
What skills, knowledge, or understanding does this qualification develop?
This qualification includes a broad range of skills which will support learners to develop the generic employability skills needed in most jobs, including areas such as working with customers, managing their time, problem-solving and getting on with colleagues. Learners can also opt to learn about job opportunities within a chosen sector. There are no mandatory units, enabling learners and providers to work together to select units appropriate to the individual’s needs, interests and aspirations for employment.
How is this qualification different from other, similar qualifications?
There is a Gateway Qualifications Award, Certificate and Extended Certificate in Preparation for Employment. The Certificate is designed to meet the needs of learners who need a course which has employability skills as one of (or the sole) primary focus. For those on 16-19/25 study programmes, the size of the Certificate allows considerable space within the programme for the inclusion of other elements, such as English and Maths, vocational learning, personal and social development and work experience. It can provide a useful structure for the ‘work preparation training’ component of a traineeship where initial assessment has identified the need for a trainee to focus on employability skills, particularly where the lack of these is seen as a key barrier to gaining work.
Which sector does this qualification support?
This qualification supports progression to entry-level job roles across sectors, including to supported employment.
What are the progression options?
Learners can progress from this qualification to Level 1 learning in the area of employability skills, including, for example, the Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Certificate in Employabilty Skills or to sector-specific qualifications such as Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Certificate in Skills for Retail.
Progression & entry requirements
Learners do not need any prior qualifications or specific level of attainment to take this qualification and it is available to learners of any age.Funding information
Learning Aims Search
The Hub provides a Learning Aims Search which you can use to check the funding status of any qualification or unit.
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From 1st July 2021, the Hub will be replaced by a new Find a learning aim (FALA) service. This service is currently in BETA so if you experience any issues with finding funding details, please double check on the Hub above, or contact your account manager.
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How to find a learning aim
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
Related Qualifications
- LEGACY: Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Certificate In Preparation for Employment (Entry 1)
- LEGACY: Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Extended Certificate in Preparation for Employment (Entry 1)
- LEGACY: Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Certificate in Preparation for Employment (Entry 2)
- LEGACY: Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Certificate In Preparation for Employment (Entry 3)
- Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Certificate In Personal Progress (Entry 1)