BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Workskills
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BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Business
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BTEC Entry Level 1 Certificate in Pre Vocational Study
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BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Information & Creative Technology
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BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Workskills - with Health & Social Care
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BTEC Level 3 Foundation/Extended Diploma in Computing
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BTEC Level 2 First Extended Certificate in Engineering (Electromechanical)
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BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma / BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Health & Social Care
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Applied Psychology Level 3 BTEC National Certificate
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BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Information & Creative Technology (Games)
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BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Vocational Studies (IT with Digital Media and Business)
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Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC in Engineering - Electrical & Electronics
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Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (RQF)
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Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) (RQF)
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Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND in Engineering (Electrical & Electronic Engineering) (RQF)
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BTEC Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Business (RQF) ( B3FBIF)
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Harrow
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BTEC Level 1 Introductory Diploma in Health and Social Care
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Applied Psychology Level 3 BTEC National Certificate (Farnham College)
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Farnham
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What is a BTEC?
The BTEC (Business and Technology Education Council) Extended Diploma or the BTEC Level 3 Diploma is a further education vocational qualification that prepares students for the world of work. A BTEC qualification focuses more on practical rather than academic learning, which makes it perfect if you want those hands-on skills with real world application!
BTEC Level 2s- What Courses are Available?
BTEC courses are available in schools, colleges and universities and cover a range of subjects, including:
- Business Administration
- Business Enterprise
- Customer Service Operations
- Healthcare
- Engineering
- IT
- Marketing
- Retail Operations
- Service industries
- Science
There are now over 2,000 BTEC qualifications across 16 sectors, including Art & Design, Performing Arts, and Sport, so the possibilities are endless!
Types of BTEC
There are three main levels of study within the BTEC framework:
- BTEC Firsts: Available from entry level to Level 2, these introduce you to work in a vocational sector. When combined with other qualifications, you can go on to further study, an apprenticeship, or employment.
- BTEC Nationals: Similar to A Levels and available from Level 3, BTEC Nationals are well-regarded by universities, further education colleges and employers. Can lead to employment, continuing study or professional development programmes.
- NTEC Apprenticeships: Available at Levels 2 to 5 in more than 25 sectors
What is the difference between BTECs and A Levels?
A common assumption among post-GCSE students is that BTECs are an alternative to A Levels. Actually, BTECs are very flexible and can be studied alongside your GCSEs and/or A Levels or can be studied alone at a college or university.
The primary difference between A levels and BTECs is classroom time. Like A Levels, BTECs are study courses that give you important qualifications that employers value. Unlike A Levels, you’re less likely to spend all day, every day in a classroom and instead take part in practical, real-life situations.
Vocational qualifications like BTECs give you skills for your CV and are a great springboard into your career or higher education.
What is a BTEC course like?
Since BTECs are vocational qualifications grounded in the world of work, they’re all about learning by doing and gaining practical skills and knowledge. Assignments set in real-life scenarios develop your practical knowledge for your future career. Since BTECs are available across a wide range or sectors, the courses can also differ between sectors.
Who should study a BTEC?
BTECs are a great option if you’re excited to begin your career and want to learn as much as you can about the sector and get practical experience. If you decide you’d like to go onto university, it’s also a great option because BTEC Nationals are one of the most widely-recognised qualifications for admission to higher education. If you want to develop the skills you need for your resume and want to impress future employers or university admissions, a BTEC should be one of your options!
What can you do next?
- University: A BTEC level 3 National qualification provides the UCAS points you need for your university application, similar to A Levels. Other avenues towards a university degree is the BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC), which is equivalent to 1 year at university, or the Higher National Diploma (HND), equivalent to 1st and 2nd year of university.
- World of Work: BTECs provide you with the practical knowledge and skills to enter the world of work. BTECs are created in close collaboration with employers, professional bodies and Higher Education experts so you’ll be valued by a wide range of industries.