About the Diploma
The Diploma is a new national qualification that forms part of the government 14-19 reforms.
They enable students to acquire the practical skills and knowledge they need to progress into further or higher education as well as into training and employment. Aimed at England’s 14-19 year olds, the Diplomas will be taught at three levels in subjects covering a broad range of sectors.
A total of 14 Diplomas have been rolled out gradually to sit alongside foundation learning, apprenticeships, GCSEs, A levels and the international baccalaureate. The Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure which started teaching in September 2010 for the first time.
The key difference for Diplomas is that they give students much more choice and flexibility by introducing them into an industry in a much broader way.
What will the Diploma look like
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Please Note: The generic learning based around functional skills of English, Maths and ICT are a vital part of the personal development of all learners. Functional skills will be highly valued by both employers and higher education providers for their impact on productivity, independence and achievement. Functional Skills Assessment requires learners to show they can use skills confidently in a range of different situations ( depending on the qualification level). Learners are expected to apply their skills in practical tasks and scenarios and to show that they can use problem - solving techniques effectively. Functional Skills are not graded: learners are awarded a pass or fail at one of five levels ( Entry 1, Entry 2, Entry 3, Level 1 or Level 2.)
How the Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure sits alongside other qualifications
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Subjects Covered by the DIploma in Sport and Active Leisure
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What the Diploma is equivalent to
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Progression Routes
The nature of Diploma learning means that students will be self - motivated and have developed strong intellectual and personal skills, which will make the transition from school or college to university much easier. The diploma was designed by employers for employers so will also enable students to make the transition to work.
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For an example of some progression routes for students, interested in different career paths, please visit: Interactive Area and Click on Case Studies.
