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This qualification is being withdrawn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?
Available at Entry 1, 2 and Entry 3 these qualifications combine enterprise and employability skills and are particularly suitable for learners who are preparing for employment through engaging in enterprise activity, a common vehicle for skills development at Entry level. The qualifications act as a stepping stones towards employment (including supported and/or self-employment) for learners who may face multiple barriers to achieving employment.
Notice of Qualification Withdrawal
This qualification is being withdrawn as it is being superseded by a new Gateway Qualifications Entry Level Extended Certificate in Enterprise (Entry 3) qualification.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 Extended Certificate in Enterprise (Entry 3) qualification, please contact us.
Rules of Combination
Learner must complete 26 credits to include a minimum of 16 credits from Group O1 Enterprise Skills and up to 10 credits from Group O2 Employability List. A minimum of 16 credits must be at E3. Learners cannot include more than one unit with the same or similar title. For full details see list of barred units.
Units
Learners may complete up to 10 credits from this group.
Completing Tasks at Work
Dealing with Problems
Dealing with Problems
Dealing with Work-related Problems
Effective Communication in the Workplace
Effective Communication in the Workplace
Following Instructions
Following Instructions
Health and Safety at Work
Making Choices
Making Choices
Managing Your Time
Negotiation Skills
Negotiation Skills
Safe Learning in the Workplace
Self-Advocacy
Solving Work-related Problems
Speaking up for Yourself
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 with Colleagues
Working with Customers
Working with Others in the Workplace
Learners must complete a minimum of 16 credits from this group.
Exploring Entrepreneurship
Exploring and Presenting Enterprise Ideas
Exploring and Presenting Enterprise Ideas
Handling Money in a Sales Situation
Handling Money in a Sales Situation
Introduction to Self-Employment
Market Research
Market Research
Marketing Products and Services
Marketing Products and Services
Planning an Enterprise Activity
Planning an Enterprise Activity
Promoting a Business
Promoting a Business
Purpose of Enterprise Activity
Purpose of Enterprise Activity
Reviewing an Enterprise Activity
Reviewing an Enterprise Activity
Roles and Responsibilities in a Business Enterprise
Roles and Responsibilities in a Business Enterprise
Running an Enterprise Activity
Running an Enterprise Activity
Selling Skills
Selling Skills
What is the purpose of this qualification?
This qualification is primarily aimed at learners with learning difficulties and/or disabilities or with Special Educational Needs or Disability (SEND), who will benefit from a course that develops skills valuable in an employment context, through participating in enterprise activity.
What skills, knowledge, or understanding does this qualification develop?
This qualification covers the basic knowledge and skills needed to take part in enterprise activity, many of which which will also be valuable in other employment contexts (e.g. market research and selling skills). There are no mandatory units, enabling learners and providers to work together to select areas of learning appropriate to the individual’s needs, interests and aspirations for employment, in line with the aims of the SEND reforms.
How is this qualification different from other, similar qualifications?
There is an Entry 3 Gateway Qualifications Award, Certificate and Extended Certificate in Enterprise. The Extended Certificate is designed to meet the needs of learners, including those on 16-19/25 study programmes, who wish the focus of their learning to be on enterprise and employability, and who will benefit from a fairly extended programme before they are ready to progress either to further learning or to some form of employment.
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 Employability Skills or to sector-specific qualifications such as the 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.
View this qualification on the ESFA’s Hub website
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.
View this qualification on the ESFA’s Find a learning aim website
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
Meeting Learners’ Needs at Entry Level