Business and Administration Level 1
NVQ
In London
Description
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Type
NVQ
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Location
London
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Duration
Flexible
Suitable for: Those working in administration across all occupations and sectors of employment.
Important information
Government funding available
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Course programme
Description
The NVQ Level 1 in Business and Administration is a generic award aimed at those looking to operate in a supporting role in an office environment.
Qualification overview
The Business and Administration NVQ award provides formal recognition of administrative competence in a wide range of business settings. The qualification is structured to allow the candidate to work at their own pace, with their own assessor during working hours.
Timescale
3 to 18 months, dependent on the individual candidates competencies.
Content
Core units
* Carry out your responsibilities at work
* Work within your business environment
Optional units
* Welcome visitors
* Handle email
* Store and retrieve information
* Use IT to exchange information
* Word processing software
* Make and receive telephone calls
* Use office equipment
* Ensure your actions reduce risks to health and safety
Awarding body
The awarding body for this qualification is Edexcel.
Assessment
To achieve the qualification, candidates must successfully complete the two core units plus two optional units. Assessment takes place through direct observation within a work setting combined with inspection of supplementary evidence such as assignments, professional discussion, witness testimonies and work products.
Business and Administration Level 1