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Amanda Burke Introduction and welcome
NCCE – BTEC Introduction Webinar
Presented by:
Andy Taylor
What is a BTEC?
BTEC is a work related qualification suitable for a wide range of
students.
They provide a practical, real-world approach to learning alongside a
theoretical background.
Each BTEC is made up of units.
BTECs are not exam-based qualifications. Instead, students study
real-life, work-based case studies and complete projects and
assessments, which contribute to achieving each unit studied.
What is BTEC? (cont)
In order to complete each unit, students must achieve against a set of
outcomes. The assessment criteria address theory with practical
exercises. The assessment process is ongoing, so it allows the student
to analyse and improve their own performance through their course in
much the same way as they would in a real workplace.
The projects that students undertake form the basis of their unit
results which are graded as a Pass, a Merit or a Distinction.
Key facts
Qualifications delivered in 85 countries worldwide
Award more than 1.1 million vocational qualifications
The BTEC portfolio is exclusive to Edexcel including approximately
5000 standard qualifications
More than 100 professional bodies and institutions give
exemption or membership to holders of Edexcel BTEC Level 4/5
HND/C qualifications
More than 200 universities worldwide recognise Edexcel BTEC
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History of BTEC
1960’s Started life as BEC and TEC in
1980’s Merged into BTEC
1997 Edexcel created by merger of BTEC with ULEAC
2005 Pearson becomes owner
2008 1 million learner a year hit
2010 Latest specifications launched
2015 Next Specification update
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Recognition in USA and onwards
•60+ Universities in USA recognise the BTEC level 3 as a covering
entry requirements onto an undergraduate course
•UCAS points are gained at the same rate as GCE in the UK- accepted
by all UK universities.
•Progression pathways exist for over 200 Universities world wide
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How do BTEC sizes and levels work?
Size
Level
ENTRY
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1 – 12 credits 13 – 36 credits Above 36 credits
AWARD DIPLOMA CERTIFICATE
Size
Difficulty
1 credit ≈ 6 Guided Learning Hours
How do BTECs compare to academic programmes?
NCEE Upper division
NCEE lower division
Credit, GLH and Learning time?
Credit is now being used across all levels of vocational qualifications in
the English systems as a “currency”.
Guided Learning Hours (GLH) is a notional measure of the amount of
time when a member of staff is present to give guidance to a learner;
it is not an exact science.
Learning Time is associated with credit and amount of time the
average learner takes to
achieve a pass. Learning time is 10 x that of credit.
How specifically do L3 Nationals compare?
BTEC Level 3 Nationals (QCF)
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
180 credits (1080 GLH or 15 hours GLH per week)* = 3 A Levels
BTEC Level 3 Diploma
120 credits (720 GLH or 10 hours GLH per week)* = 2 A Levels
BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma
60 credits (360 GLH or 5 hours GLH per week)* = 1 A Level
BTEC Level 3 Certificate
30 credits (180 GLH or 2.5 hours GLH per week)* = 1 AS Level
* Assumption of 36 week year, course delivered over two years
School teaching models used internationally
Full Vocational Pathway
All teaching time used to deliver vocational and supporting
programmes, this would consist of 1 extended diploma plus supporting
learning such as core subjects (maths/English/languages/WorkSkills)
Academic/Vocational mix
A mix of separate programmes vocational element would be up to
50% of learning and would normally be a diploma sized qualification
School teaching models used internationally
Vocational Support for Academic
This is a new model we are seeing in the UK and other countries where
academic subjects are supported by teaching the vocational
equivalents as an introduction or side by side to the academic version
this is used extensively in Science and Sports (to support human
Biology and Physical education theory)
Changes for the US market?
Phase 1 Qualifications available for teaching Fall 2013;
•Specifications will be localised and translated into American English
•Teacher guides will have US relevant examples
•Standard teacher and student books will continue to be available in
British English for all qualifications
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Which BTECs are we going to offer through “Excellence for all”?
Phase 1 – Specifications and teacher guides translated and localised:
BTEC Level 3 in IT
BTEC Level 3 in Business
BTEC Level 3 Engineering
BTEC Level 3 Applied Science
BTEC Level 3 in Health and Social Care
During this phase we will also make all of our WorkSkills level 2 and
level 3 suites available but these will not be translated/localised.
The Many flavours of Business
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Subject name Cert. Sub. Dip. Diploma Ext. Dip.
Business Y Y Y Y
Applied Law Y Y
Business (Accounting) Y Y
Business (Administration) Y Y
Business (Human Resources) Y Y
Business (Law) Y Y
Business (Logistics) Y Y
Business (Management) Y Y
Business (Marketing) Y Y
Business (Retail) Y Y
Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Y
Personal and Business Finance Y Y
Understanding Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
Y
The Many flavours of Engineering
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Subject name Cert. Sub. Dip. Diploma Ext. Dip.
Aeronautical Engineering
Y Y
Engineering
Y Y Y Y
Aircraft Maintenance
Y
Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Y Y
Manufacturing Engineering
Y Y
Mechanical Engineering
Y Y
Operations and Maintenance Engineering
Y Y
The Many flavours of Science
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Subject name Cert. Sub. Dip. Diploma Ext. Dip.
Applied Science Y Y Y Y
Applied Science (Applied Biology) Y
Applied Science (Applied Chemistry) Y
Applied Science (Applied Physics) Y
Applied Science (Forensic Science) Y Y Y
Applied Science (Medical Science) Y Y Y
Dental Technology Y
Pharmaceutical Science Y
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Professional Development and training
Teachers/
Assessors/
Administrators
Introduction to BTEC Webinar
4 day implementation
training for each school
Online Administration
Webinar
Sector/Subject based events for
teachers/assessors
Supporting paid for resources
• Student Book learner-focused textbook covering all the mandatory units and four optional units, in an approachable and attractive style featuring real work case studies, student experience, and assignment tips and activities
• Teaching Resource Pack provides you with complete planning support through schemes of work, lesson plans and activities, as well as at Work resources
What does a BTEC Certificate look like?
Key characteristics
- 5 qualification sizes
- Increase in amount of mandatory learning
- External assessment component
- Greater level of support for delivery and learning
- Greater scope for employer engagement
Changes coming in 2015 and onwards…
Costs
Approval
Single school $10,000
Group of schools/district $15,000 + $750 peer school
or $25,000 (max. 10)
Registration fee (per learner)
BTEC Level 3 Certificate - 30 credits - $175
BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma - 60 credits - $225
BTEC Level 3 Diploma - 120 credits -$275
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma - 180 credits - $325
Quality Audit fee (per visit) $4,000
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Lots more information at:
http://www.edexcel.com/international
Or feel free to contact me:
+44 (0) 207 190 4871
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Thank you Any questions?
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