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BTEC Nationals from 2010 | BTEC Level 3 90-Credit Diploma (QCF)

Introducing even more flexibility to your BTEC Level 3 offering

This new qualification slots into the existing BTEC Level 3 (QCF) suite of qualifications for added delivery flexibility.

Title  Credit  GLH  Equivalent
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma  180  1080  3 A levels
BTEC Level 3 Diploma  120  720  2 A levels
BTEC Level 3 90-credit Diploma 90  540  1.5 A levels
BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma 60  360  1 A level
BTEC Level 3 Certificate  30  180  0.5 A level

The BTEC Level 3 90-Credit Diploma (QCF) is built from the existing bank of QCF BTEC Level 3 units and uses the same BTEC assessment approach. The 540 GLH size allows centres to deliver a Level 3 qualification in just one year of curriculum time, supporting achievement and future progression.
  

This new qualification provides the opportunity for learners to gain a more substantial chunk of achievement in the first year that will be more easily recognised by employers, or built on with further learning.
 
The new qualifications will be launched in the following sectors: Agriculture, Animal Management, Construction and the Built Environment, Countryside Management, Forestry and Arboriculture, Horse Management, Horticulture, Hospitality, Land-based Technology and Production Arts 

Now available on individual BTEC subject pages...
Art and Design Applied Science
Business Aviation Operations
Engineering  Creative Media Production
IT Health and Social Care
Performing Arts Music / Music Technology
Public Services Travel and Tourism
Sport
Sport and Exercise Science
 
Complete this form to register your interest in offering the new qualification.

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