NOCN Level 2 Certificate in Employability
Qualification summary
This qualification aims to:
• build confidence and self-esteem so that learners are empowered to apply for, secure and sustain meaningful employment;
• offer formal recognition of employability skills that is motivational for the learners and a demonstration of work-readiness to potential employers;
• meet the widely acknowledged needs of employers for qualifications that cultivate a positive attitude to work and that develop the soft skills needed to participate constructively in the workplace;
• develop generic, transferable skills which are required for effective performance across a wide range of work contexts;
• recognise essential work skills and behaviours such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving and developing self;
• encourage the development of values, personal attributes and interpersonal skills that contribute to success in the workplace;
• provide the opportunity to develop an understanding of relationships in the workplace and employer expectations;
• encourage the development of reflective skills, greater self-awareness and recognition of the importance of lifelong learning.
The qualification can be delivered within a variety of contexts and learning environments. The structure of the qualification allows for incremental achievement and is based on a coherent set of units which, together, cover the key aspects of work preparation. The flexible and generic nature of the qualification allows centres to design and contextualise courses that meet the particular needs of individual target groups whilst enabling those learners to achieve a national qualification in recognition of their skills and development.
Qualification details
VRQ - Vocationally-Related Qualification
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This qualification provides a general grounding in employability skills and the accompanying knowledge and understanding required to prepare learners for employment, which is the anticipated progression route. However, the qualification also provides a foundation and preparation for further learning and study, and there is considerable potential for progression into general or vocational/vocationally-related qualifications across a range of sectors at the same level or higher. The flexibility built into the qualification allows centres to contextualise the delivery to suit the intended progression route(s).
The units address a range of work preparation skills (job application, interview, working with other people, dealing with problems, dealing with people), essential knowledge and understanding (operating in a work environment, rights and responsibilities to others, organisational structures) and behaviours and attitudes (personal development, punctuality and reliability, dealing with conflict, adapting to change). This combination of learning and skills gives learners the confidence to progress and provides a sound foundation to build upon.
No specific job occupation
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14 Preparation for Life and Work
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14.2
Preparation for Work
Coursework
Oral Examination
Portfolio of Evidence
Practical Demonstration / Assignment
Task-based controlled assessment
External verification is the method of independent assessment for this qualification.
The qualification comprises 2 mandatory units and 12 optional units. To achieve the qualification a minimum of 12 credits must be achieved in total, 6 from the 2 mandatory units and a minimum of 6 credits from the 12 optional units. Achievement of any additional optional units will be recognised and recorded on the certificate.
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Mandatory Units
Learners must achieve both units in this group, totalling 6 credits
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R/501/3693 - Communication and Personal Presentation in the Workplace
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H/501/3701 - Using Teamwork Skills
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Optional Units
Learners must achieve a minimum of 6 credits from units in this group