BTEC Nationals October Update | Pearson qualifications

BTEC Nationals October Update

1 October 2024

The Pause and Review of the level 3 reforms looms large as we enter October you can be assured that we will do everything we can to answer questions and keep you informed.

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Secretary of State Bridget Phillipson announces Pause and Review of the Level 3 reforms

In a significant development for the education sector, Bridget Phillipson has announced a one-year pause on the removal of funding for certain post-16 qualifications in England. This decision allows for a comprehensive review of the ongoing reforms and ensures that The DfE will place a one year pause on the removal of 16 to 19 funding from qualifications assessed as overlapping with T Levels, namely those in construction and the built environment, digital, education and early years, and health and science. These qualifications were originally scheduled to have their funding approval removed in the 16 to 19 offer after 31 July 2024 but will now continue to remain available up to 31 July 2025.

Pearson applauds the new Labour Government for their responsive approach and commitment to stability and progress in education. We remain dedicated to offering a broad spectrum of qualifications to support the diverse needs and aspirations of students.

Sign up for further updates as we continue to engage with the government review and advocate for the best outcomes for education providers and students alike.

Pearson statement in full

Current BTEC Nationals in IT & Computing

The current BTEC Nationals all remain available for registration for this years intake and for certification in 2026.

Please be careful when making Registrations for the current qualifications to register for  the largest size that the students would want to certificate with if they are staying for the full term of the program delivery.

The current reform status (which may change) means that registrations made in September 2025 to larger sizes may not be available, whereas the ability to drop down to a smaller size qualification will remain available.

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AAQ  Getting Started events

Getting Started events will cover ways to Plan and Teach ​BTEC National AAQ in Computing and Information Technology.

These sessions are aimed at UK based teachers preparing to deliver the BTEC National (2025) in Computing and Information Technology.

These events can count as 1.5 Hours of CPD. You will receive a certificate of attendance the next working day after the live event. Please be aware that this event will be recorded and may be shared publicly.

Qualification
Date Time Registration
Computing 18/11/2024 16:00 - 17:30 Register
Computing 22/11/2024 13:00 - 14:30 Register
Information Technology 11/11/2024 16:00 - 17:30 Register
Information Technology 15/11/2024 13:00 - 14:30 Register

These live sessions will meet the following objectives: 

  • Centres can confidently plan the delivery of the new qualifications at Level 3, based on their and their learners' needs. 
  • Centres have a clear view on the underpinning knowledge required to deliver the units. 
  • Centres identify how to use internal assessment support materials to inform teaching and learning and understand the standard. 
  • Centres know where to find support, via the website or specific roles within Pearson. 

The training provides a general run through of internal and external assessment.

 

Follow on training events

Internal and External assessment detail will be covered in our BTEC National AAQ live events which will follow in early 2025. 

  • Getting Ready to Assess Internal Units
  • Preparing Your Learners for External Assessment

 

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