Accrediting Candidate’s Previous Learning (APL)
ITEC’s objective is to ensure that students fully demonstrate their ability and knowledge. This is usually achieved through an ITEC examination, course work or practical assessment, however if a candidate has clear evidence of previous achievement then this may be taken into account and may exempt them from one or more assessments.
How the system works
First you must check whether or not the candidates existing qualification is recognised by ITEC and what APL it offers. Click on a unit to see the qualifications ITEC accepts for APL.
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For a recognised qualification:
- Please complete the ITEC APL1 form and attach a copy of the student’s certificate(s). If you are claiming APL for an ITEC qualification achieved after 1999 then you do not need to attach a copy of the certificate.
- Attach the form and copies of certificates to your enrolment form and post to the ITEC Operations Team at the address below.
- Your application for APL will be considered and the decision will be confirmed in writing. It is important that there are no misunderstandings; therefore please do not rely on telephone conversations or any other communication.
For a qualification not on the recognised list we will consider applications following the procedure below:
- Identify the unit(s) you would like APL for and download the syllabus from www.itecworld.co.uk
- Use the subject specific Mapping Template to show how the qualification you are claiming APL for meets each of the learning outcomes listed on the syllabus.
- We will also need details of the awarding body, method of assessment and a copy of the syllabus.
- All documents must be in English (the original document and a translation is acceptable)
- As with recognised qualifications, your application for APL will be considered and the decision will be confirmed in writing. It is important that there are no misunderstandings; therefore please do not rely on telephone conversations or any other communication. ITEC will respond to applications within 5 working days from receipt.
Grading for candidates with APL
It is important to note that comparing one qualification with another is not an exact science, and therefore ITEC will only accept APL as a basic pass (60%). If candidates wish to gain higher grades such as a distinction they will need to take the examination. Where candidates can prove that they have achieved a 'similar' qualification from another approved awarding body, they will be required to be assessed against ITEC assessment criteria for a minimum of 50% of the qualification (theoretically and practically) in order for ITEC to issue the diploma/certificate. As the ITEC syllabus structure and assessment methods were updated in 2002, candidates who achieved their ITEC qualifications in accordance with the pre-2002 syllabus can be accredited with prior learning as described above, however their individual results cannot be carried forward due to the unitisation of the syllabus.