Qualification Comparisons and Equivalences

What are NOCN Qualification Levels and what are they equivalent to?

• The level of the learning you undertake is similar to the level of study needed for other courses and UK wide recognised qualifications
• NOCN award credits at four different levels
• A credit is a way of measuring, recognising and valuing your learning
• The level, given on the certificate for each unit you have achieved shows the stage you have reached in your learning

Entry Level

• Qualifications and units at Entry Level provides a basis for progression to other qualifications

Level One

• This is comparable to NVQ Level 1, GCSEs D-G and Foundation Diploma

Level Two

• This is comparable to NVQ Level 2, GCSE’s A* to C and Higher Diploma

Level Three

• This is comparable to NVQ Level 3, A and AS Levels, Advanced Diploma