BTEC Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 1 Introductory Engineering (L1)

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  1. DfE announces 2018 list of approved vocational qualifications for 14-16 year olds in schools (England only)
  2. One or more of these qualifications has expired for new registrations. Please check the last registration date below.

The Award and Certificate in Engineering expired for new registrations on December 31 2020, and the Diploma in Engineering is due to expire soon, on June 30, 2021, after which no more registrations will be accepted. An alternative replacement qualification can be found: Engineering (L1 Introductory) 

Here you'll find support for teaching and studying our BTEC Level 1 qualifications in Engineering. These qualifications cover some of the knowledge and practical skills that are required in the sector, introducing learners to basic engineering principles and applications, and offering opportunities for employment as well as further study.

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BTEC Level 1 Award in Engineering specification
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Qualification title:
Pearson BTEC Level 1 Award in Engineering
Level:
Level 1
Accreditation status:
Accredited
Guided Learning Hours (GLH):
70
Credits:
7
Total Qualification Time (TQT):
70
Qualification number (QN):
500/8859/2
Eligible for funding in England for:
Pre-16 (EFA funding), 16-18 (EFA funding)
Availability:
UK and international
First teaching:
2010
Last registration:
  • 31 December 2020
Final certification:
  • 31 December 2022

BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Engineering specification
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Qualification title:
Pearson BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Engineering
Level:
Level 1
Accreditation status:
Accredited
Guided Learning Hours (GLH):
130
Credits:
13
Total Qualification Time (TQT):
130
Qualification number (QN):
501/0305/2
Eligible for funding in England for:
Pre-16 (EFA funding), 16-18 (EFA funding)
Availability:
UK and international
First teaching:
2010
Last registration:
  • 31 December 2020
Final certification:
  • 31 December 2022

BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Engineering specification
Download PDF | 827.4 KB
Qualification title:
Pearson BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Engineering
Level:
Level 1
Accreditation status:
Accredited
Guided Learning Hours (GLH):
330
Credits:
37
Total Qualification Time (TQT):
370
Qualification number (QN):
500/9859/7
Eligible for funding in England for:
Pre-16 (EFA funding), 16-18 (EFA funding)
Availability:
UK and international
First teaching:
2010
Last registration:
  • 30 June 2021
Final certification:
  • 30 June 2022

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