Qualification

Approval Form

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CENTRE DETAILS

Centre name: / Centre Number:
Curriculum Manager Responsible for Qualification(s) Requested:
Position:
Contact Details:
Centre has Direct Claims Status (DCS) / Yes / No / Application for DCS to be extended to this qualification / Yes / No
If you are applying for DCS to be extended to this qualification, enter name of the allocated Approved Internal Verifier below. If not, leave this box blank:
2 / QUALIFICATION APPROVAL DETAILS
The centre requests approval to run the following qualification(s): / Vocational Area / Please select qualifications you wish to deliver
AIM Awards Entry Level Award in Work Skills: Exploring [Vocational Area] (Entry 2) (QCF) / Animal Care / Yes/No
Catering / Yes/No
Construction / Yes/No
Customer Service / Yes/No
Hairdressing / Yes/No
Horticulture / Yes/No
Hospitality / Yes/No
Retail / Yes/No
Sport / Yes/No
Travel and Tourism / Yes/No
Working in a Care Environment / Yes/No
Working in an Office / Yes/No
AIM Awards Entry Level Extended Award in Work Skills: Exploring [Vocational Area] (Entry 2) (QCF) / Animal Care / Yes/No
Catering / Yes/No
Construction / Yes/No
Customer Service / Yes/No
Hairdressing / Yes/No
Horticulture / Yes/No
Hospitality / Yes/No
Retail / Yes/No
Sport / Yes/No
Travel and Tourism / Yes/No
Working in a Care Environment / Yes/No
Working in an Office / Yes/No
AIM Awards Entry Level Certificate in Work Skills: Exploring Careers (Entry 2) (QCF) / N/A / Yes/No
AIM Awards Entry Level Extended Certificate in Work Skills: Exploring Careers (Entry 2) (QCF) / N/A / Yes/No
AIM Awards Entry Level Diploma in Work Skills: Exploring Careers (Entry 2) (QCF) / N/A / Yes/No
Intended target learner group/age: / Intended number of learners:
3 / SPECIALIST REQUIREMENTS
Specialist resources required
(taken from qualification specification): / Centre confirmation of required resources:
For pre-16 learners, centres must ensure the safety of learners when working within environment (i.e. construction environment) / (Please confirm here)
Specialist staffing qualifications required
(taken from qualification specification): / Centre confirmation of required staff qualifications: / I have attached proof of qualifications:
Assessors should have an Assessor qualification or evidence of recent relevant experience.
When assessing units from the construction unit group, Assessors must:
·  Have construction experience and/or knowledge
Or
·  Be working with qualified or experienced professionals within the construction sector / (Please confirm here) / Yes/No
Internal Verifiers should have an Internal Verification qualification or evidence of recent relevant experience. / (Please confirm here) / Yes/No
4 / CONFIRMATION & APPROVAL
I confirm that the course has been internally approved and will be delivered in accordance with the information contained within this document, the qualification specification and in accordance with the terms and conditions agreed in the centre agreement.
Centre Curriculum Contact Signature / Date
Admin confirmation of AIM Awards QR and CDM approval / Date
Confirmation of extension of DCS to this qualification: / Yes/No

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Qualification

Approval Form

5 / RULES OF COMBINATION AND UNITS
AIM Awards Entry Level Award in Work Skills: Exploring [Vocational Area] (Entry 2) (QCF)
Learners must achieve 3 credits from the chosen vocational area (containing 2 mandatory units (M)) to achieve this qualification. Other unit groups (A and B) are not available for this qualification size.
AIM Awards Entry Level Extended Award in Work Skills: Exploring [Vocational Area] (Entry 2) (QCF)
Learners must achieve 9 credits in total. 3 credits must be achieved from the chosen vocational area (containing 2 mandatory units (M)) and a minimum of 6 credits must be achieved from the Optional Units (A) at Entry 2. Other unit groups (B) are not available for this qualification size.
AIM Awards Entry Level Certificate in Work Skills: Exploring Careers (Entry 2) (QCF)
Learners must achieve 15 credits in total. 3 credits must be achieved from the chosen vocational area (containing 2 mandatory units (M)) and a minimum of 12 credits from be achieved from the Optional Group B. A maximum of 5 credits can be achieved at Entry 1 and/or Entry 3. Units with the same title at different levels are barred against each other. Other unit groups (A) are not included for this qualification size.
AIM Awards Entry Level Extended Certificate in Work Skills: Exploring Careers (Entry 2) (QCF)
Learners must achieve 27 credits in total. 6 credits must be achieved from 2 chosen vocational areas (containing 2 mandatory units (M) each) and a minimum of 21 credits from be achieved from the Optional Group B. A maximum of 9 credits can be achieved at Entry 1 and/or Entry 3. Units with the same title at different levels are barred against each other. Other unit groups (A) are not included for this qualification size.
AIM Awards Entry Level Diploma in Work Skills: Exploring Careers (Entry 2) (QCF)
Learners must achieve 37 credits in total. 9 credits must be achieved from 3 chosen vocational areas (containing 2 mandatory units (M) each) and a minimum of 28 credits from be achieved from the Optional Group B. A maximum of 12 credits can be achieved at Entry 1 and/or Entry 3. Units with the same title at different levels are barred against each other. Other unit groups (A) are not included for this qualification size.
Please select the units from the unit lists below that you would like to appear on your Learner Registration Form (LRF) by ticking the relevant column.

Mandatory Groups (M) (back to Rules of Combinations)

Unit Title / Group / Level / Credit Value / GLH / Unit Code / P
Exploring Working with Animals / M(1) / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / F/505/4790
Working with Animals / M(1) / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / M/505/4753
Exploring Working in Catering / M(2) / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / R/505/4776
Working in Catering / M(2) / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / D/505/4764
Exploring Working in Construction / M(3) / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / D/505/4778
Working in Construction / M(3) / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / R/505/4759
Exploring Working in Customer Service / M(4) / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / H/505/4779
Working in Customer Service / M(4) / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / K/505/4797
Exploring Working in Hairdressing / M(5) / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / D/505/4781
Working in Hairdressing / M(5) / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / D/505/4800
Exploring Working in Horticulture / M(6) / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / H/505/4782
Working in Horticulture / M(6) / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / H/505/4751
Exploring Working in Hospitality / M(7) / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / K/505/4783
Working in Hospitality / M(7) / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / M/505/4767
Exploring Working in Retail / M(8) / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / A/505/4786
Working in Retail / M(8) / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / R/505/4762
Exploring Working in Sport / M(9) / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / J/505/4788
Working in Sport / M(9) / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A/505/4769
Exploring Working in Travel and Tourism / M(10) / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / L/505/4789
Working in Travel and Tourism / M(10) / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / T/505/4771
Exploring Working in a Care Environment / M(11) / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / F/505/4773
Working in a Care Environment / M(11) / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / D/505/4750
Exploring Working in an Office / M(12) / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / R/505/4809
Working in an Office / M(12) / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A/505/4772

Group A (Extended Award Only) (back to Rules of Combinations)

Unit Title / Level / Credit Value / GLH / Group / Unit Code / P
Action Planning to Improve Performance / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / A/505/7249
Adjusting to a New Setting / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / M/504/8709
Advertising / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / T/505/7248
Applying for Jobs and Courses / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / M/505/7250
Assertiveness / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / A / T/505/7251
Audio and Video Software / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / A/505/7252
Beginning to Study / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / Y/504/5481
Behaviour in the Workplace / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / F/505/7253
Being Part of a Group / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / J/504/9431
Building Confidence and Self Esteem / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / L/505/7420
Calculations with Whole Numbers / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / K/504/3508
Career Planning / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / R/505/7421
Carrying Out a Practical Activity / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / Y/505/7422
Carrying Out Routine Tasks at Work / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / D/505/7423
Collect and Present Numerical Information / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / H/505/7424
Communication in the Workplace / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / A/504/3819
Completing Forms / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / M/504/3459
Completing Tasks / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / R/504/9433
Completing Tasks at Work / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / J/504/9722
Conduct at Work / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / M/504/3820
Contributing to the Community / Entry 2 / 4 / 40 / A / H/504/9436
Coping Strategies at Work / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / T/504/3821
Customer Service / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / A/505/7428
Dealing with Problems / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / T/505/7430
Dealing with Work-related Problems / Entry 2 / 4 / 40 / A / R/504/9688
Desktop Publishing Software / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / R/505/7449
Developing and Presenting Information Using ICT / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / F/504/3501
Developing Customer Service Skills / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / A/504/3822
Developing Skills for the Workplace: Looking and Acting the Part / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / R/505/7452
Discussion Skills / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / D/504/3443
Effective Communication in the Workplace / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / R/504/9724
Effective Skills, Qualities and Attitudes for Learning and Work / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / M/505/7457
Environmental Issues / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / J/505/7464
Estimating and Measuring / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / D/505/7471
Exploring and Presenting Enterprise Ideas / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / J/504/9400
Exploring Occupational Areas / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / J/504/3824
Finding, Selecting and Exchanging Information Using ICT / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / M/504/3509
Following Instructions / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / L/504/3825
Following Safe and Healthy Working Practices when Using ICT / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / A / H/504/3491
Good Working Practice / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / J/505/7478
Health and Safety at Work / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / H/504/9727
Independent Travel / Entry 2 / 4 / 40 / A / A/504/9457
Introduction to the Use of Tools and Equipment for a Work Task / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / R/504/3826
Keeping Safe in Unfamiliar Areas / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / R/505/7483
Learning from Work Placement / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / L/504/9690
Looking for Work / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / Y/504/3827
Maintaining Work Standards / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / T/505/7492
Making a Product / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / L/505/7496
Making Choices / Entry 2 / 4 / 40 / A / F/504/9461
Making Informed Career Choices / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / Y/505/7498
Managing Your Time / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / J/504/9736
Market Research / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / R/504/9402
Marketing Products and Services / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / D/504/9404
Measuring and Using Length / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / H/504/3443
Measuring and Using Weight / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / A / D/504/3473
Negotiation Skills / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / D/505/7499
Obtaining Information Orally / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / H/504/3457
Online Basics / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / J/505/7500
Participate in an Occupational Taster / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / D/504/3828
Personal Action Planning / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / L/505/7501
Personal Presentation at Work / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / H/504/3829
Personal Safety / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / R/505/7502
Plan and Review Own Skills and Qualities / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / D/505/7504
Planning an Enterprise Activity / Entry 2 / 4 / 40 / A / M/504/9407
Planning Journeys / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / A / Y/505/7503
Positional Vocabulary / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / A / M/504/3476
Practical Workshop Skills / Entry 2 / 1 / 10 / A / H/505/7505
Preparation for Work / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / R/502/0451
Preparing for an Interview / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / R/504/9741
Preparing for the Future / Entry 2 / 4 / 40 / A / J/504/8733
Preparing for a Work Placement / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / Y/504/9692
Preparing to Write / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / L/504/3517
Presenting Information about Self to an Employer / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / K/504/9695
Promoting a Business / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / A/504/9409
Providing Information Orally / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / Y/504/3472
Purpose of Enterprise Activity / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / H/504/9405
Reading for a Purpose / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / F/504/3479
Reading for Information / Entry 2 / 3 / 30 / A / A/504/3500
Reading Graphical Material / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / T/504/3480
Recognising Own Achievements / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / Y/504/8736
Recycling Packaging Materials / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / K/505/7506
Responsibilities in the Community / Entry 2 / 2 / 20 / A / M/505/7507