Further information and resources
Foundation Learning in either 2009 or 2010 more on the regulatory framework for the
are available as well as case studies and a qualifi cation and the diff erent awarding
number of publications: bodies off ering it. It also off ers full details of
www.excellencegateway.org.uk/page. the lines of learning criteria.
aspx?o=239083
www.ofqual.org.uk/100.aspx
www.excellencegateway.org.uk/page. www.ofqual.gov.uk/788.aspx
aspx?o=190343
www.excellencegateway.org.uk/page. Other useful information
aspx?o=FLT T_h e National Database of Accredited
Qualifi cations website contains details of
Qualifi cations and Credit Framework all Ofqual-accredited qualifi cations and has
T_h e QCF is a new framework for recognising catalogues for the 10 Phase 1 and 2 Diploma
and accrediting qualifi cations in England, lines of learning, which contain the Principal
Wales and Northern Ireland. T_h e Framework Learning and Extended Project qualifi cations
is at the heart of a major reform of the available, as well as the Functional Skills and
vocational qualifi cations system designed to ASL options.
make the system and the qualifi cations off ered www.accreditedqualifi
cations.org.uk
far more relevant to the needs of employers
and fl exible for learners. T_h e DCSF provides a national list of local
www.qcda.gov.uk/qcf 14 to 19 learning prospectuses showing local
learning provision, including Diplomas.
Exam offi cers
www.dfes.gov.uk/14-19/index.cfm?sid=41
Useful information is available from the
QCDA and the Chartered Institute of Students and parents
Educational Assessors. Directgov, a public services website, off ers
www.qcda.gov.uk/diplomaeo general information tailored for students,
www.ciea.org.uk including a collection of videos off ering an
overview of the qualifi cation and details on
Government bodies the diff erent lines available. T_h ere are sections
T_h e Department for Children, Schools and aimed at teachers, parents, and employers.
Families (DCSF) provides an overview of the
www.direct.gov.uk/diplomas
Diplomas, including their content, details on
the diff erent lines of learning and more. T_h e Connexions Direct off ers IAG to 13 to called T_h e Compendium of Applied Learning
DCSF’s 14 to 19 reforms site contains the 19-year-olds and has a range of articles and (CALM). Others have identifi ed relevant free
14 to 19 Reforms and You toolkit, a practical information on the Diploma lines. resources such as the interactive DVD, Judge
resource to help leaders in schools and colleges
www.connexions-direct.com for Yourself. In addition, the Probation Service
disseminate key information. has developed a guide specifi cally highlighting
www.dcsf.gov.uk/14-19 Teacher/Lecturer resources the community justice components.
www.14-19reforms.co.uk E-Skills UK
www.skillsforhealth.org.uk/diploma
T_h e E-Skills Staff room provides IT Diploma
T_h e QCDA website contains detailed teachers with interactive resources, supported T_h e Big Sports Day Trial
information on topics, from policy by teacher guides and reference materials, Skills for Health has worked with the
development to teaching and learning. It enabling delivery of collaborative teaching Macmillan cancer charity to map its teaching
features guidance materials designed to help and learning, while its Backtoschool website materials to the Higher Diploma in SHD and
practitioners deliver the Diploma. Meanwhile, contains employer guides that can be used by to design lesson plans.
the QCDA’s examination support also off ers consortia to ensure that students get the most If you are taking part in the SHD Diploma
further information on all the components of from employer input to the qualifi cation. this year, then you can also sign up for
the Diploma and how they fi t together.
http://backtoschool.e-skills.com Macmillan’s Big Sports Day, with Diploma-
www.qcda.gov.uk/diploma www.e-skills.com/staff room linked teaching support materials that tie in
http://testsandexams.qcda.gov.uk/15868. with learning outcomes. Skills for Health
aspx Skills for Health is also looking for fi ve schools to take part
Employers involved in the Society, Health and in T_h e Big Sports Day 2010 and trial the
Ofqual, England’s exam regulator, has Development (SHD) Diploma have created materials. Register by October 30, 2009.
information about the Diploma, including free examples of realistic contexts in a resource
www.macmillan.org.uk/schools DD
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