2014/15 Apprenticeships - VTCT · Package product code This is the code that you must use to register learners. AI codes relate to Intermediate Apprenticeships and AA codes to Advanced

2014/15

ApprenticeshipsEnglish edition

About VTCT 3

What is included in a VTCT Apprenticeship? 3

Using this booklet 4

Beauty, Nail & Spa Therapy 6

Hairdressing & Barbering 10

Sport, Active Health & Fitness 13

Hospitality & Catering 16

Retail 21

Customer Service 22

Learning & Development 23

For information on VTCT’s Apprenticeship packages for Wales, please refer to the relevant publication:

Support for Apprenticeships - Welsh Edition

About VTCTVTCT is the specialist awarding organisation for the service industries. Our full qualification portfolio covers Hairdressing & Barbering, Beauty, Nail & Spa Therapy, Complementary Therapies, Sport, Active Health & Fitness, Hospitality & Catering, and business skills.

VTCT is a Government approved awarding organisation offering National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs), Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) and other Vocationally Related Qualifications (VRQs). VTCT has awarded world-class qualifications since 1962 and has been at the forefront of developing the vocational system of qualifications in the United Kingdom. VTCT also awards qualifications internationally; countries include Italy, Malta, Spain, Cyprus, Kenya, India and South Africa. Further expansion into overseas markets is one of VTCT’s goals.

With a head office in Eastleigh, Hampshire, VTCT employs around 40 staff and has a field force of over 50 external verifiers.

What is included in a VTCT Apprenticeship?VTCT prides itself on its all-inclusive and exceptional value for money Apprenticeship packages. VTCT Apprenticeship packages include all framework components as outlined in the Specifications of Apprenticeship Standards for England (SASE).

A VTCT Apprenticeship package includes:

» Lifetime registration fee

» Competence qualification

» Knowledge qualification (sometimes referred to as a technical certificate) (where applicable)

» Transferable skills e.g. Functional skills

» Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) (where applicable)

» Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS) (optional)

» Learner e-portfolio

» Online assessments

» Professional and learner-friendly record of assessment books to support all units and qualifications

All components of VTCT Apprenticeships can also be purchased individually.

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Using this bookletVTCT provides 37 Apprenticeship packages in England; the components that must be achieved are detailed for each specific Apprenticeship package.

This section briefly explains the components that make up Apprenticeship frameworks. All components can also be purchased individually

Package number Each VTCT Apprenticeship has a unique package number; these range from Package 1 to Package 37. This is simply a reference code that can be used when contacting VTCT.

Apprenticeship title This is the overarching title of the Apprenticeship framework. There may be more than one Apprenticeship with the same title. Be sure to check the ‘Pathway’ and ‘Competence qualification’ prior to registering learners.

Package product code This is the code that you must use to register learners. AI codes relate to Intermediate Apprenticeships and AA codes to Advanced Apprenticeships.

Pathway Apprenticeship frameworks may include a number of different pathways, which are largely determined by the competence qualification.

Price The price for each Apprenticeship framework is stated. Apprenticeship packages are generally discounted by 30-40%, against individually priced qualifications.

Competence qualification

This qualification confirms occupational competence, which is the ability to apply knowledge and skills within the workplace. This component is made up of either a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) or Vocationally Related Qualification (VRQ). All frameworks include a competence qualification.

Knowledge qualification Also referred to as a technical certificate, this component provides the underpinning knowledge to support the competence qualification. Many frameworks do not have a knowledge qualification.

Transferable skills Transferable skills is made up of Functional Skills (FS). FS includes English, mathematics and ICT. Each framework stipulates the minimum transferable skills requirements.

The general rule of thumb is that Level 1 or above must be achieved for Intermediate Apprenticeships, and Level 2 or above for Advanced Apprenticeships. Whilst the majority of frameworks only require English and mathematics components to be achieved, some also require ICT.

Employment rights and responsibilities

Employment rights and responsibilities is included in all frameworks. This may take the form of a qualification or a workbook. Alternatively, ERR may be embedded in knowledge qualifications. The ERR requirements are clearly stipulated for each Apprenticeship framework.

Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)

Whilst PLTS are more often than not embedded in Apprenticeship frameworks, it can be difficult to identify the exact PLTS covered and the extent to which they have been achieved. We have therefore created two qualifications to ensure learners not only develop these skills but can demonstrate to potential employers exactly which PLTS have been covered and the evidence generated. These are also a valuable tool for demonstrating PLTS coverage to OFSTED. The completion of a PLTS qualification is optional.

Claiming for an Apprenticeship certificate

The Apprenticeship framework owner, usually the relevant Sector Skills Council, is responsible for issuing Apprenticeship framework certificates. VTCT issues certificates for all individual qualifications completed within a framework (i.e. competence and knowledge qualifications, FS, ERR (if applicable) and PLTS (where completed)).

It is the responsibility of centre staff to ensure learners are registered for and complete the correct components of an Apprenticeship framework prior to claiming for certification.

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Beauty, Nail & Spa TherapyPackage 1 - AI20024

Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy - GeneralPackage product code AI20024

Pathway Beauty Therapy - General Price: £80


AB20026 - VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy - General (QCF)

Knowledge/Technical qualification

None

Transferable skills

English component (Level 1 minimum) Mathematics component (Level 1 minimum)

FS1.1 - VTCT Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 1

FS1.2 - VTCT Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics at Level 1

Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)

AM20244 - VTCT Level 2 Award in Employment Awareness in the Hair and Beauty Sector (QCF)

Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS)*

AG10396 - VTCT Level 1 Award in Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (QCF)orAG20397 - VTCT Level 2 Award in Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (QCF)

*Optional

Package 2 - AI20025

Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy - Make-UpPackage product code AI20025

Pathway Beauty Therapy - Make-up Price: £80


AB20027 - VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy - Make-Up (QCF)


None

Transferable skills








* Optional

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Beauty, Nail & Spa TherapyPackage 3 - AA30026

Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy - GeneralPackage product code AA30026

Pathway Beauty Therapy - General Price: £85


AB30029 - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy General (QCF)


None

Transferable skills








*Optional

Package 4 - AA30027

Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy - Make-UpPackage product code AA30027

Pathway Beauty Therapy - Make-up Price: £85


AB30030 - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy Make-Up (QCF)


None

Transferable skills








* Optional


Beauty, Nail & Spa TherapyPackage 5 - AA30028

Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy - MassagePackage product code AA30028

Pathway Beauty Therapy - Massage Price: £85


AB30031 - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy Massage (QCF)


None

Transferable skills








*Optional

Package 6 - AA30029

Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Spa TherapyPackage product code AA30029

Pathway Spa Therapy Price: £85


AB30033 - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Spa Therapy (QCF)


None

Transferable skills








* Optional

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Beauty, Nail & Spa TherapyPackage 7 - AI20030

Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Nail ServicesPackage product code AI20030

Pathway Nail Services Price: £80


AB20028 - VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Nail Services (QCF)


None

Transferable skills








*Optional

Package 8 - AA30031

Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Nail ServicesPackage product code AA30031

Pathway Nail Services Price: £85


AB30032 - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Nail Services (QCF)


None

Transferable skills








* Optional


Hairdressing & BarberingPackage 9 - AI20032

Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in HairdressingPackage product code AI20032

Pathway Hairdressing Price: £80


AH20147 - VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing (QCF)


None

Transferable skills








*Optional

Package 10 - AI20033

Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Hairdressing (Combined Hair Types)Package product code AI20033

Pathway Hairdressing (Combined Hair Types) Price: £80


AH20148 - VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing (Combined Hair Types) (QCF)


None

Transferable skills








* Optional

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Package 11 - AA30036

Advanced Level Apprenticeship in HairdressingPackage product code AA30036

Pathway Hairdressing Price: £85


AH30150 - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing (QCF)


None

Transferable skills








*Optional


Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Hairdressing (Combined Hair Types)Package product code AA30037

Pathway Hairdressing (Combined Hair Types) Price: £85


AH30152 - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing (Combined Hair Types) (QCF)


None

Transferable skills








* Optional


Hairdressing & BarberingPackage 13 - AI20040

Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in BarberingPackage product code AI20040

Pathway Barbering Price: £80


AH20149 - VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Barbering (QCF)


None

Transferable skills








*Optional


Advanced Level Apprenticeship in BarberingPackage product code AA30042

Pathway Barbering Price: £85


AAH30151 - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering (QCF)


None

Transferable skills








* Optional



Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Instructing Exercise and FitnessPackage product code AI20044

Pathway Exercise and Fitness Price: £85


AF20100 / AF20101 / AF20102/AF20103** VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Instructing Exercise and Fitness (QCF)


AF20092 / AF20093 / AF20094 / AF20095*** - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (QCF)orAF20082 - VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Exercise, Health and Fitness Instructing (QCF)orAF20097 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Instructing Exercise to Music to Older Adults and People with Disabilities (QCF)

Transferable skills





AF20018 - VTCT Level 2 Award in Employment Awareness in Active Leisure and Learning (QCF)



* Optional

** AF20100 - Gym-Based Exercise pathway, AF20101 - Water-Based Exercise pathway, AF20102 - Exercise to Music pathway, AF20103 - Exercise and Physical Activity for Children pathway.

*** AF20092 - Gym-Based Exercise pathway, AF20093 - Water-Based Exercise pathway, AF20094 - Exercise to Music pathway, AF20095 - Exercise and Physical Activity for Children pathway.

Sport, Active Health & Fitness


Sport, Active Health & FitnessPackage 16 - AA30045

Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Exercise and FitnessPackage product code AA30045

Pathway Personal Training (Previously Exercise and Fitness) Price: £89.90


AF30087 - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Personal Training (QCF)


None

Transferable skills








*Optional


Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Activity LeadershipPackage product code AI20046

Pathway Exercise and Fitness Price: £85


AF20104 - VTCT Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Activity Leadership (QCF)


AF20092/AF20093/AF20094/AF20095** - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (QCF)orAF20082 - VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Exercise, Health and Fitness Instructing (QCF)orAF20097 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Instructing Exercise to Music to Older Adults and People with Disabilities (QCF)

Transferable skills








* Optional



Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Sports DevelopmentPackage product code AA30047

Pathway Sports Development Price: £85


AF30255 - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Sports Development (QCF)


AF20092/AF20093/AF20094/AF20095** - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (QCF)orAF20082 - VTCT Level 2 Diploma in Exercise, Health and Fitness Instructing (QCF)orAF20097 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Instructing Exercise to Music to Older Adults and People with Disabilities (QCF)

Transferable skills








* Optional


Hospitality & CateringPackage 19 - AI20010

Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Hospitality and Catering - Hospitality Services

Package product code AI20010

Pathway Hospitality Services Price: £61.50


AT20370 - VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hospitality Services (QCF)


AT20361 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Hospitality Services) (QCF)

Transferable skills





Embedded in the competence qualification, specifically the ERR unit (UT20934 - Employment Rights and Responsibilities in the Hospitality, Leisure, Travel and Tourism Sector) which must be achieved.



*Optional


Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Hospitality and Catering - Food and Beverage Service


Pathway Food and Beverage Service Price: £61.50


AT20367 - VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food and Beverage Service (QCF)


AT20358 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Food and Beverage Service) (QCF)orAT20360 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Food Service) (QCF)

Transferable skills








* Optional



Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Hospitality and Catering - Food Service


Pathway Food and Beverage Service Price: £61.50


AT20369 - VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food Service (QCF)


AT20358 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Food and Beverage Service) (QCF)orAT20360 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Food Service) (QCF)

Transferable skills








*Optional


Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Hospitality and Catering - Food Production and Cooking


Pathway Food Production and Cooking Price: £61.50


AT20368 - VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Food Production and Cooking (QCF)


AT20359 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Food Production and Cooking) (QCF)

Transferable skills








* Optional


Hospitality & CateringPackage 23 - AI20016

Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Hospitality and Catering - Professional Cookery


Pathway Professional Cookery Price: £61.50


AT20371 - VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery (QCF)


AT20362 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Professional Cookery - Food Preparation and Cooking) (QCF)orAT20363 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Professional Cookery) (QCF)

Transferable skills








*Optional


Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Hospitality and Catering - Professional Cookery (Preparation and Cooking)




AT20372 - VTCT Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery (Preparation and Cooking) (QCF)


AT20362 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Professional Cookery - Food Preparation and Cooking) (QCF)orAT20363 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Professional Cookery) (QCF)

Transferable skills








* Optional



Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Hospitality and Catering - Professional CookeryPackage product code AA30020



AT30380 - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery (QCF)


AT30376 - VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Professional Cookery) (QCF)

Transferable skills








*Optional


Hospitality & Catering


Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Hospitality and Catering - Hospitality Supervision and LeadershipPackage product code AA30023

Pathway Hospitality Supervision and Leadership Price: £64.50


AT30379 - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership (QCF)


AT30373 - VTCT Level 3 Award in Hospitality Supervision and Leadership Principles (QCF)

Transferable skills








*Optional


Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Hospitality and Catering - Professional Cookery (Preparation and Cooking)Package product code AA30021



AT30381 - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Professional Cookery (Preparation and Cooking) (QCF)


AT30376 - VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Hospitality and Catering Principles (Professional Cookery) (QCF)

Transferable skills








* Optional


RetailPackage 28 - AI20048

Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in RetailPackage product code AI20048

Pathway Retail Price: £70


AG20417 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Retail Skills (QCF)


AG20025 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Retail Knowledge (QCF)orAG20231 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Retail Knowledge (Beauty) (QCF)

Transferable skills





ERR is delivered and assessed as part of the knowledge qualification and is evidenced through certification of one of the following qualifications:AG20025 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Retail Knowledge (QCF)orAG20231 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Retail Knowledge (Beauty) (QCF)



*Optional


Customer ServicePackage 29 - AI20049

Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Customer ServicePackage product code AI20049

Pathway Customer Service Price: £70


AG20194 - VTCT Level 2 NVQ Certificate in Customer Service (QCF)


AG20029 - VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Customer Service (QCF)

Transferable skills





The Council for Administration’s (CfA) ERR workbook may be completed. This can be downloaded from www.cfa.uk.comorAG20445 - VTCT Level 2 Award in Employee Rights and Responsibilities (QCF)



*Optional


Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Customer ServicePackage product code AA30050

Pathway Customer Service Price: £70


AG30195 - VTCT Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Customer Service (QCF)


AG30230 - VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Customer Service (QCF)

Transferable skills





The Council for Administration’s (CfA) ERR workbook may be completed. This can be downloaded from www.cfa.uk.comorAG20445 - VTCT Level 2 Award in Employee Rights and Responsibilities (QCF)



*Optional


Education & TrainingPackage 31 - AA30051

Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Learning and DevelopmentPackage product code AA30051

Pathway Learning and Development Price: £59.30


AG30264 - VTCT Level 3 Certificate in Learning and Development (QCF)The minimum number of competence and knowledge credits must be achieved. See Framework ID: FR00894 for further information.


None

Transferable skills





The Learning and Skills Improvement Service’s (LSIS) ERR workbook must be completed. This can be downloaded from the Excellence Gateway (www.excellencegateway.org.uk)



*Optional

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2014/15 Apprenticeships - VTCT · Package product code This is the code that you must use to register learners. AI codes relate to Intermediate Apprenticeships and AA codes to Advanced