14+ Learning Levels

There are loads of courses out there and it helps to know how they’re all linked together, as well as which ones open the doors you want to go through. You need a clear idea of your starting point – this means knowing the level you are working towards in your current studies. If you’re not sure, ask your teachers. Here is a diagram of the levels and the type of course available in Tower Hamlets.

You can also download the year 9 action planner to help you take the right steps to make the right choices. You can discuss this with your teachers and the Connexions Personal Adviser who helps at your school.

Level

What courses can I
take at this level?

Where will this lead?

Entry Level General:
Entry Level Award Foundation Programme

Industry Related:
Introductory Certificate
Vocational Studies Certificates

Employment with training
Level 1 qualifications
Level 1 General:
GCSEs D-G

Industry Related:
Foundation Diploma
BTEC Introductory Diploma

Job Related:
NVQ1

Employment with training
Level 2 qualifications
Level 2 General:
GCSEs A*-C

Industry Related:
Higher Diploma
BTEC First Award
OCR National

Job Related:
NVQ2
Young Apprenticeship

Employment with training
Level 3 qualifications