NC Army Preparation SCQF level 4
National Certificates (NCs) are practical qualifications designed to equip learners with the knowledge and skills (including Core Skills) required for further study or to gain employment.
The NC Army Preparation SCQF level 4 will develop knowledge and skills in map reading and land navigation, accident and emergency procedures, team working, exercise, fitness and sports. Successful achievement also leads to the learner being certificated for four Core Skills.
National Certificates (NCs) are designed for full-time delivery over one year (or part-time over two years) and are available through schools, colleges and training providers.
Qualification structure
Group Award code: GM21 44 (72 SCQF credit points)
SCQF level: 4
National Certificate in Army Preparation at SCQF level 4 GM21 44 (433 KB)
The National Certificate in Army Preparation requires the learner to complete six mandatory units (36 SCQF credit points), 6 SCQF credit points from the restricted mandatory section plus optional units totalling 30 SCQF credit points).
How to assess
Assessments are practical or task-based where possible. Aspects of some units, such as Accident Prevention and Emergency Procedures, and Map Reading and Land Navigation, may lend themselves to e-assessment.
Ongoing course assessment will apply. Each unit specification gives detailed information on the Evidence Requirements/Assessment Criteria and approaches to assessment for the unit.
Assessment Support Packs (ASPs) are available for selected units and can be found on SQA's secure website.
There are many opportunities for integrative delivery of units within the award. Teaching and learning for communication and numeracy could, for example, be integrated with Map Reading and Land Navigation and/or Assist with an Event.
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Why study this qualification
The NC in Army Preparation is primarily designed for learners interested in entering a career with the army. It also opens up the possibility of continued study for candidates. The qualification provides an opportunity to achieve for someone whose strengths are not well suited to conventional schooling and who might have had low confidence and motivation.
Successful achievement leads to the candidate being certificated for four Core Skills, and will leave them in a better position to make an informed choice about a career in the army.
Access
No formal entry qualifications are required. Access to the NC will be at the discretion of the centre. It is open to all learners who have a reasonable chance of achievement.
Employment and progression
Learners may progress from the level 4 NC in Army Preparation to a range of qualifications at level 4 and above — for example, the NC in Sport and Fitness at SCQF level 5 or employment. The award includes Core Skills and transferable skills, which would be suitable for a wide variety of employment opportunities.
Qualification structure
Group Award code: GM21 44 (72 SCQF credit points)
SCQF level: 4
National Certificate in Army Preparation at SCQF level 4 GM21 44 (433 KB)
The National Certificate in Army Preparation requires the learner to complete six mandatory units (36 SCQF credit points), 6 SCQF credit points from the restricted mandatory section plus optional units totalling 30 SCQF credit points).