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Qualification Suite

Personal, Social and Employability Qualifications

Qualification Level

Entry Level 1

Guided Learning Hours

140 Hours

Total Qualification Time

140 Hours

Regulation Number

600/9015/7

Ascentis Entry Level Certificate in Using Employability Skills (Entry 1)

Qualification Overview

This qualification is being withdrawn. The last date of registration for learners is 31st July 2027 after which no further learners can be registered.

The certification end date is 31st July 2028. If you require any further clarification, please email development@ascentis.co.uk.

The Ascentis Entry Level 1 Certificate in Using Employability Skills aims to prepare Entry Level learners for the world of work by developing their skills in three areas: Personal and Social Development, Work Skills, and Vocational Skills. Using units from these areas will enable learners to develop the confidence to progress into a work placement or paid employment.

Aims

The qualification aims to enable learners:

  • To overcome barriers which are preventing them from getting work.
  • To learn new skills and knowledge in the area of employability.

Target Group

The qualification has been specifically developed to enable learners to achieve at a level relevant to their own current circumstances and situation. Learners may have learning difficulties or disabilities.

Assessment

All units are internally assessed through the learner building up a portfolio of evidence that covers the relevant assessment criteria. They are then verified by the centre and externally verified by Ascentis.

Unit Breakdown

Mandatory Group
Optional Group A
Optional Group B

Funding

Use the button below to take you directly to the Find a Learning Aim website where you can find funding information about the qualification. Ensure the ‘Teaching Year’ drop down box is set to the relevant year.

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