For information on the approval of qualifications for funding in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, see the links to DCSF, DIUS, DCELLS, DELNI and DENI below.
When undertaking a qualification that does not appear on the governments' lists as eligible for funding for specific age ranges, users must be aware of legal requirements. Not all qualifications are suitable for all age ranges.
The qualification is effective as a standalone programme of learning for those who need an introduction to fire safety. For learners who require further learning the HABC Level 2 Award in Fire Safety provides a progression route for those with the role of a fire warden or basic responsibility for fire safety and a L3 Award in Fire Risk Assessment for learners who will undertake fire risk assessments.
B. Prepare for further learning or training and/or develop knowledge and/or skills in a subject area
B2. Develop knowledge and/or skills in a subject area
This qualification consists of a single mandatory unit of 1 credit.