The Level 2 Certificate in Creating and Starting Your Business is for those who wish to gain the necessary skills to establish a business. The qualification is targeted at self employment where an individual might work independently or within an existing market.
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Overview
Regulator | Ofqual |
Qualification Framework | RQF |
Qualification Reference Number | 600/5487/6 |
Qualification Level | 2 |
Credit Value | 18 credits |
Guided Learning (Hours) | 136 hours |
Total Qualification Time (Hours) | 180 hours |
Duration | Completion within 2 years |
Structure | 5 mandatory units and 8 credits from the optional units |
Age Groups | 16-18, 19+ |
Entry Requirements | There are no formal entry requirements however, in order to benefit from undertaking the qualification, learners should possess communication skills sufficient to allow them to address the assessment requirements |
First Date for Registrations | May 1, 2012 |
Last Date for Starts | December 31, 2022 |
Delivery Staff Requirements | The assessment qualification is not required in order to deliver this qualification The internal quality assurance qualification is not required in order to quality assure this qualification See the qualification specification for further guidance relating to delivery staff competency requirements |
IOEE Studying Membership Eligible | Yes |
SFEDI Directory Eligible | No |
Registration Fee for Centres (excl. VAT) | £76.00 |
Learner Support
As part of undertaking a SFEDI Awards enterprise or enterprise support qualification you receive 1 years study membership* of the Institute of Enterprise and Entrepreneurs. This membership enables you to take advantage of the following benefits:
- Regular information on what’s happening through the IOEE Enterprise and Mentoring Monthly including case studies of people just like you who are becoming more enterprising
- Opportunities to meet other business owners in our online communities who are happy to share how they have been there, done it, got the t-shirt and continue to wear it!
- Enterprise resources including videos and articles to enhance your understanding of enterprise and enterprise support
- A chance to compare notes with other entrepreneurs and business support professionals through the online groups and forums
- A chance to promote yourself and your business to other IOEE members through the IOEE profile page
*1 years free study membership of the IOEE for SFEDI Awards learners aged 18 years and over
Progression Routes
Those who complete this qualification may wish to undertake other SFEDI Awards qualifications further details of which can be found on our website.
SFEDI Awards offers a range of qualifications within our Starting Your Business and Enterprise Essentials series and higher level qualifications which explore setting up and running a business which may be appropriate.
Documentation
Below you will find further details relating to the qualification and also the necessary paperwork for your approved centre to add it to your centre offer. If you require further information or would like guidance please contact the SFEDI Awards Customer Service Team who will be more than happy to help you.
Qualification SpecificationFor existing centres to add this qualification to your offer please complete the Centre Update form found here
If you are not already a SFEDI Awards centre and would like to offer this qualification you can find out more about the application process here
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