Personal Progress
These qualifications have been designed to address the needs of learners working at Entry 1 or below and in particular those with learning difficulties and disabilities.
NOCN Entry Level Award in Personal Progress (Entry 1) (QCF)
NOCN Entry Level Certificate in Personal Progress (Entry 1) (QCF)
NOCN Entry Level Diploma in Personal Progress (Entry 1) (QCF)
For many learners in this group, progress to independence is a difficult and lengthy process which is exacerbated by the lack of access to cohesive and focussed provision. These qualifications are a response to this issue, offering learners opportunities to address their specific needs, develop new skills and gain recognition of their progress towards independence.
They have also been designed to meet the requirements of the Foundation Learning independent living / supported employment strand by providing a foundation for lifelong learning. This focuses on transferable social and life skills which are essential for living and working in the community.
The Personal Progress qualification guide describes the qualifications in detail. Each also has its own unit list:
A library of additional guidance material including unit assessment transcripts is available on the NOCN website.