Events

Specialised Diploma Roadshow
This will be held at Bradford College, Trinity Green Campus, on 16th October 2008 between 09:00 - 16:00. Click here for a briefing of the roadshow and to download a full information pack, click here.

Documents

Documents from the LA/LSC Conference held on Thursday 10th July 2008
14-19 Update Presentation - a useful synopsis of current developments and 'status quo' (June-July 2008)
An Introduction to the Lvel 2 Project - guidance for teachers
Guidance on Preparing for Delivery of the Level 1 and 2 Projects and the Level 3 Extended Project - guidance for managers

Management Information Assessment Processes
Two presentations on the Introduction of the MIAP system and the uses of the 'Unique Learner Number'. The first is an overview of the 'whole' system and requirements and the second specifically outlines how the Diploma Aggregation Service will work.
Improving Information Services for Education
The Diploma Aggregation Service

DCFS Guidance on Work Related Learning
Work-related Learning Guide - First Edition
National Standard for Education Business Partnership Organisations
Quality Standard for Work Experience

Diploma Gateway Support Information
Click here to read the document Delivery 2009 and Beyond: Support for Diploma Consortia April 2008.
Click here to read a guide to the next steps with SSAT, CEL and NCSL

Management Information Assessment Processes
The following presentation gives an overview of the whole MIAP system and its requirements: MIAP Presentation

QCA Updates and Documents

14 - 19 at the QCA
Updates Presentation - some useful information on diplomas

Newsletters and Updates

Diplomas in 2009 Newsletter
Click here to view the latest edition of 'Planning for Delivery '09'. This monthly newsletter brings together updates and information from the DCSF and support partners, regarding the implementation of Diplomas.

14 - 19 Education and Skills Implementation Update
The latest information from the DCSF can be found here, including an update on Diplomas, Functional Skills and the Education and Skills Bill.

General Links to Diploma Related Sites

Feeling bemused about the development of diplomas? Click on the DCSF logo for information on diplomas, their overview and introduction.  Easy reading and will help set developments in context in the region.

Click on the SSATrust logo for information on components of work related learning, including work experience, enterprise learning and careers education and guidance:

The National Assessment Agency (NAA) supports the secure delivery of the pubic exam system and develops and delivers high-quality national curriculum assessments; to find out more, click on the NAA logo:

Click on the Edexcel logo for their latest information on the Diplomas; from this page you will be able to access their latest monthly diploma newsletter.

Click on the logo for more information on the QCA's guidelines on recording Personal, Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS) in Diplomas: