Qualification Suite
Personal, Social and Employability Qualifications
Qualification Level
Level 1
Guided Learning Hours
27 Hours
Total Qualification Time
30 Hours
Regulation Number
601/5129/8
Ascentis Level 1 Award in Tenancy Skills
Qualification Overview
This qualification is being withdrawn. The last date of registration for learners is 31st July 2026 after which no further learners can be registered.
The certification end date is 31st July 2027. If you require any further clarification, please email development@ascentis.co.uk.
The Ascentis Level 1 Award in Tenancy Skills aims to equip people with the skills and knowledge they need to sustain their private rented accommodation. It aims to educate learners on their rights and responsibilities in the private rented sector and teach them skills on how to maintain a tenancy.
Aims
The aims of the qualification are to enable learners:
- to gain easier access to private rented accommodation
- to understand their rights and responsibilities as tenants
Target Group
This qualification is for individuals who find it hard to gain access to rented accommodation because of their personal circumstances.
Assessment
All units are internally assessed through the learner building up a portfolio of evidence that covers the relevant assessment criteria, internally assessed and verified by the centre and then externally verified by Ascentis.
Unit Breakdown
| Title | Level | Credit Value | GLH | Unit reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenant Responsibilities | 1 | 1 | 9 | J/506/8545 |
| Tenant Financial Management | 1 | 1 | 9 | L/506/8546 |
| Understanding Tenancies | 1 | 1 | 9 | R/506/8547 |


