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Originally Posted by Gollywobbler
Hello Mark
Welcome to Poms in Oz.
I don't kow what a BTEC is either. Is it a degree or is it a diploma of some sort?
Gill
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sorry no it is not a degree.
It is my understanding that there are different levels BTEC qualifications.
by taking extra units you can progres in steps to
BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND)
I found this information on the Internet.
BTEC Qualifications
The BTEC National Award
The 6-unit National Award is a unit-based specialist qualification that focuses on particular aspects of employment within the vocational sector. As such the award offers a qualification which can extend study and provide vocational emphasis for learners following an Applied GCE or GCE route. It is broadly equivalent to one GCE A level and is graded pass, merit or distinction (P, M, D).
The BTEC National Certificate
The 12-unit National Certificate provides a specialist work-related qualification that covers the key knowledge and practical skills required in the vocational sector and also offer different emphasis through the choice of specialist units. It is broadly equivalent to two GCE A levels. It is given a double grade, for example, PP, MP, DD.
The BTEC National Diploma
The 18-unit National Diploma extends and deepens the specialist focus available in the 12-unit Certificate. The qualification prepares learners for employment in the sector. It is broadly equivalent to three GCE A levels and is triple graded, for example, PPP, MMP, DDD.
BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC)
BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND)