OG - Other General Qualification
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.
This qualification supports progression into further education, training or employment. Appropriate further education for those achieving a Level 2 qualification includes a Advanced Level Diploma in IT or Creative Media, GCEs and BTEC National Awards, Certificates and Diplomas. Appropriate training includes an Advanced Apprenticeship.
All assessment is portfolio based. Assignments are set by Edexcel. Students work is internally marked and externally moderated by Edexcel.
Candidates must complete either D101 or D201 from Group A plus one unit from Group B. At least one of the two units making up the Certificate must be at Level 2.