NCFE CACHE Level 1 Award in Preparing to Work in Schools

This qualification is aimed at a range of learners who are thinking of working in a school setting including: young people, mature learners, learners with special educational needs or where English is an additional language.

This qualification is suitable for learners aged 14 and above.

This is a knowledge-only qualification. Learners do not need to be working or undertaking practical placements to take this qualification.

To achieve the Award the learner must complete 3 mandatory units.

This qualification will be internally assessed using a range of methods, which could include written assignments or tasks such as designing a leaflet or booklet, charts or diagrams, or setting up an information board.

You can usually complete the Award in 3 months.

Learners can progress onto the Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools and Colleges or the Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning.