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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 7
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 8
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 9 Presentation Title runs here l 00/00/00
Level How do BTEC sizes and levels work? 8 1 credit 6 Guided Learning Hours 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Difficulty Size ENTRY AWARD CERTIFICATE DIPLOMA 1 12 credits 13 36 credits Above 36 credits Size
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 16
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 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 Personal and Business Finance Y Y Understanding Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Y Y 18
The Many flavours of Engineering 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 19
The Many flavours of Science Subject name Cert. Sub. Dip. Diploma Ext. Dip. Applied Science Y Y Y Y Applied Science (Applied Biology) Applied Science (Applied Chemistry) Applied Science (Applied Physics) Applied Science (Forensic Science) Y Y Y Applied Science (Medical Science) Y Y Y Dental Technology Pharmaceutical Science Y Y Y Y Y 20
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Professional Development and training 4 day implementation training for each school Online Administration Webinar Introduction to BTEC Webinar Teachers/ Assessors/ Administrators 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?
Changes coming in 2015 and onwards 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
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 26
Lots more information at: http://www.edexcel.com/international Or feel free to contact me: Andrew.taylor3@pearson.com +44 (0) 207 190 4871 27
Thank you Any questions? 28