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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

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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:

Andrew.taylor3@pearson.com

+44 (0) 207 190 4871

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Thank you Any questions?

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