About
The Cambridge Nationals 2012 is made up of 3 different qualifications. At Heathfield we will be studying towards the:
- Certificate (120 GLH 1 GCSE Equivalence).
This vocational qualification assessed using coursework (controlled assessment worth 75% of final marks) and an exam (worth 25% of final marks).
Overview
- This course has been developed to recognise learners skills, knowledge and understanding of Information and Communication Technology functions, environments and operations.
- The learners carry out a range of tasks that have been designed to recognise their achievements in a modern, practical way that is relevant to the workplace.
- They do not certificate competence on the job but are work-related qualifications which will support progression to an NVQ once a candidate is in the workplace.
Qualification aims
- These qualifications specifically aim to:
- Develop learner's knowledge and understanding of the Information and Communication Technology sector
- Develop learner's skills, knowledge and understanding in contexts that are directly relevant to employment situations, thereby enhancing their employability within the Information and Communication Technology sector
- Develop learner's ability to work autonomously and effectively in an Information and Communication Technology context
- Enable learners to develop knowledge and understanding in specialist areas of Information and Communication Technology, and demonstrate the skills needed to participate in the operation and development of ICT specific or ICT non-specific business organisations
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