Do NVQ qualifications count as 'recent study'?

Wallflower · #1 (**permalink**) 15-Aug-2008, 23:06

I am starting my new job as a Maternity HCA and have asked to do NVQ Level 2&3 Health and Social Care.
I have already done Access (2yrs ago), and am wondering if anyone knows whether NVQ's count as recent study for when I apply to uni?

Thanks xx

coffeebean · #2 (**permalink**) 15-Aug-2008, 23:09

Yes i think they will!! Universities usually are looking for recent study within the last five years.If I am worng I am sure someone will correct me!!

Wallflower · #3 (**permalink**) 15-Aug-2008, 23:10

Thanks CB, a star as usual xx

coffeebean · #4 (**permalink**) 15-Aug-2008, 23:12

You are welcome!!!

RainbowGoddess · #5 (**permalink**) 16-Aug-2008, 00:04

I agree with cb, I'm sure they will count, what could be more relevant really?

smwife · #6 (**permalink**) 16-Aug-2008, 07:06

LS CB is most definately right, doing these NVQ's will really enhance your application, you have completed access, fab!! and working as an MCA is ideal, the NVQ's are a great idea!

Wallflower · #7 (**permalink**) 16-Aug-2008, 23:21

Aw thanks RG and SMWife, Ill do anything to make my app. stronger, getting itchy feet now lol!Just want to do it NOW!! xx

xxxMissDebbiexxx · #8 (**permalink**) 16-Aug-2008, 23:49

N/SVQ's count towards further study but are generally not seen as an academic qualification as it is vocational. It will show that you have studied and since youve done access then you should go for it.

When I wanted to do teaching a while ago, my SVQ2 and 3 in childcare and education was not recognised by the universities for entry because it was a vocational course

Wallflower · #9 (**permalink**) 16-Aug-2008, 23:55

Thanks Debbie, I dont understand how they can say they are not 'academic' as there is written coursework etc. to do as part of NVQ. Beats me!! I will definitely do it though xx

xxxMissDebbiexxx · #10 (**permalink**) 17-Aug-2008, 00:08

I know, but they are on a different level than HNC's etc that they do recognise. In scotland theres a framework and SVQ's are level 5 and 6 and NC's and HNC's are level 6 and 7. I had to claim credit against the HNC even though I did the SVQ2 and 3 Childcare and have 8 years experience. It's pants

Do NVQ qualifications count as 'recent study'?

Do NVQ qualifications count as 'recent study'?

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