Level 3 Award In Aspects of Preparing to Set Up a New Business
The Level 3 Award In Aspects of Preparing to Set Up a New Business (QCF) allows learners a flexible approach to learning about, and preparing for, self employment.
It is designed for those who think they may wish to start a business at some time in the future and want to complete a short programme of preparatory learning about the key aspects of this activity, without actually starting a business.
Qualification Overview
Level 3 Award In Aspects of Preparing to Set Up a New Business (QCF) |
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| QCF Reference Number | 600/5455/4 |
| Credit Value* | 12 credits |
| Guided Learning Hours | 96 hours |
| Duration | Completion within two years |
| Structure | 1 mandatory unit and optional units to the credit value of 9 |
| Age Groups | 14-16, 16-18, 19+ |
| First Date for Registrations | 1st May 2012 |
| Last Date for Registrations | 30th April 2015 |
| Entry Requirements | There are no formal entry requirements for these qualifications. However, in order to benefit from undertaking them, candidates should possess communication skills sufficient to allow them to perform as enterprise mentors and to address the assessment requirements of the qualifications. |
*Please note: these SFEDI Awards Qualifications are part of the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF), applicable in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, providing successful candidates with transferable qualification credits.
Who May Be Interested In This Qualification
Those looking to start a business or enter into self employment
Individuals who have recently entered into self employment and wish to gain an understanding of the fundamental elements of starting a business
Progression Routes
Learners who have completed this qualification may also wish to consider working towards:
Level 3 Certificate In Preparing to Set Up a New Business
Level 3 Certificate in Creating and Starting Your Business
Essential Documents
Qualification Specification (150) Qualification Overview (151)SFEDI Awards Qualification Application Form (1106)
Public Funding
SFEDI Awards submits qualifications with a view to attracting government funding for delivery. The decision of whether funding has been awarded is made by the appropriate government agency.
You must either hold a government funding contract or enter into a sub-contract agreement with a contract holder in order to access government funding.
In order to see whether this qualification is eligible for government funding please visit the links below:
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All SFEDI Awards qualifications are provided through its national network of centres. To find a SFEDI Awards centre near you go to our Find a Centre page or contact the Customer Service Team on 0845 224 5928.
