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Can I get a copy of my NVQ certificate?
If you or any of your staff have managed to lose, or misplace your CACHE NVQ certificates, don’t panic. You just need to contact CACHE via their website, or ring them on 0191 2398000 and they will send you a duplicate certificate.
What is my NVQ level?
Qualification Comparisons in NVQ
| Level | Intro | Academic |
|---|---|---|
| Level 2 | You need to have some knowledge or experience of the area. | GCSE grades A* – C |
| Level 3 | Covers more complex work and will help you develop your supervisory skills. | A-Level |
| Level 4 | Most likely you’ll have management experience by this point. | Undergraduate |
How can I get proof of NVQ?
If you’ve lost your OCR certificate, you can apply online for a replacement or a certifying statement. You’ll need to complete the application form online. We will then search for your records and send you: A replacement certificate – for vocational qualifications, such as NVQs.
How do I check my qualifications UK?
Step 1: Visit our office with your original education qualification certificate and ID. Step 2: Complete the verification request form and submit a consent letter. We will then email a copy of the consent letter along with the a copy of your document to the awarding UK institution for confirmation.
How can I find out which exam board I took my Gcses with?
If you don’t know the exam board, you could contact the school or college where you took the exams, or ask a friend who took the same exams, as they may still have their certificates and will detail the name of the exam board. Find out who to contact if the exam board no longer exists.
How long do NVQ qualifications last?
Once an NVQ qualification has been achieved, they do not expire. Much like a GCSE or a degree, once you have completed your NVQ, you do not need resit or renew your qualification.
What age is NVQ?
There are no specific entry requirements to study for an NVQ. You can be any age, and are free to start at a level that suits you – although you may need to complete a level 2 NVQ before starting a level 3.
How many levels of NVQ are there?
five levels
Levels. NVQs are competence-based qualifications. The five levels of NVQ are defined as having the following competencies: Level 1 – Competence, which involves the application of knowledge and skills in the performance of a range of varied work activities most of which may be routine and predictable.
How can I find out the awarding body of my GCSEs?
contact your school where you took the exams, tell them the year you left school, and what subjects you took. They will be able to check which awarding bodies were used.
How many NVQ levels are there?
There are five NVQ levels, so you can start at a level that suits you and work your way up. There are no age limits and no special entry requirements, although you might need to complete a Level 2 NVQ before starting a Level 3 programme.
How are candidates assessed for the NVQ?
They are assessed in a combination of ways: By portfolio – you build up evidence of what you’ve done at work; and by observation – an assessor watches you work and checks that you can do the tasks. Candidates produce evidence to prove they have the competence to meet the NVQ/SVQ standards.
What to do after NVQ Level 5?
Students who have successfully completed NVQ level 5, can enter for the 2nd year in most of the foreign universities where the relevant field is available. Compared to the academic qualifications, the NVQ is designed for the job seekers soon after their A/L exams.
How does the NVQ/SVQ test work?
Candidates produce evidence to prove they have the competence to meet the NVQ/SVQ standards. Assessors sign off units when the candidates are ready. The assessor tests candidates’ knowledge, understanding and work-based performance to make sure they can demonstrate competence in the workplace.