The Technical Certificate will supplement "hands on" programmes such as National Vocational Qualifications and Apprenticeship schemes or can be undertaken by other individuals taking a further step in a glass related career.
Candicates achieving the Technical Certificate can progress to the appropriate Level 3 NVQ.
The sectors general assessment strategy recommends holistic assessment.
The use of set questions and answers, delivered internally and moderated by External Verifiers. This, and in-depth external verification procedures, will act as a form of Independent Assessment. It is felt that this will help to ensure the consistency of the assessment of the knowledge and understanding
Candidates must complete all units from Group A plus one unit from Group B
Qualification Accreditation Number 100/4573/9 provides pathways to the following qualifications:
GQA Level 3 Certificate in Glass Related Operations (Automotive Glazing)
GQA Level 3 Certificate in Glass Related Operations (Fenestration Installation and Surveying)
GQA Level 3 Certificate in Glass Related Operations (Glass Manufacturing)
GQA Level 3 Certificate in Glass Related Operations (Glass Processing)
GQA Level 3 Certificate in Glass Related Operations (Glazing Installation and Maintenance)
GQA Level 3 Certificate in Glass Related Operations (Production of Glass Supporting Fabrications)