Qualifications explained

Choosing a qualification is a very important decision. We know that it can also be very confusing. This section provides you with the A-Z of our qualifications and is designed to help you choose the right subject, level and type of qualification for you.

Qualification comparisons

A levels or a degree are not the right choices for everyone and the good news is that there's more than one way to the top. 
Find out how our vocational qualifications measure up.

Levels - How high can you go?

No matter what your ability, we provide qualifications to individuals worldwide to cover every level, from just starting out (entry level qualifications) to career progression (level 4 to level 7, which is the equivalent of a postgraduate qualification). 
Check out the levels that we cover to see exactly where you fit in.

Types of qualification

We specialise in vocational qualifications and training, which means you can pursue your career goals through job-related training. From National Vaocational Qualifications (NVQ), their Scottish equaivalent's (SVQ) on the job training and Single Subject Diplomas we've got them all.
Find out exactly what we can offer you. 

Subjects

Find a subject area that really gets you interested. Our subjects have been categorised into industry sectors from agriculture right through to travel and tourism.
Explore the range of subjects on offer.
Find out more about our careers areas and how you can use them to your benefit.