The Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Advice and Guidance is a recognised qualification that is intended for those who are experienced practitioners working directly with clients, disseminating information, advice and guidance alongside formal advocacy.
The qualification will be assessed through a combination of written essays, a portfolio of evidence and observation of occupational competence. All units, assignments and learning materials for the course can be accessed through our online learning platform. Students have 12 months access to the online learning platform where they may study entirely at their own pace. Learners on the course will cover the following units:
Understand the importance of legislation and procedures
Develop interactions with advice and guidance
Manage personal case load
Evaluate and develop own contribution to the service
Operate within networks
Assist advice and guidance clients to decide on a course of action
Prepare clients through advice and guidance for the implementation of a course of action
Identify and promote the contribution of careers education guidance (CEG) within the organisation
Advocate on behalf of advice and guidance clients
Prepare to represent advice and guidance clients in formal proceedings
Whilst on the course learners will receive the following all-inclusive features:
Support team – You will receive live support throughout the duration of your course. Our amazing Support Team are available around the clock through our support system, just submit a ticket with your query and we will provide a same day response!
Knowledge base – Learners are provided with access to our Knowledge Base system, which is full of useful videos, articles, and documents to assist you throughout the course.
Rapid marking response – Submissions of work aim to be marked within 5 working days to ensure that you progress through your course as efficiently as possible.
No deadlines – We do not impose any deadlines on our courses; you can complete the qualification entirely at your own pace throughout the duration of the course.
Learning resources – All courses have a variety of learning materials, ranging from advice leaflets to PowerPoint presentations. These resources are accessible on our learning platform.
Accredited certification – You will receive your accredited certificate and unit transcript free of charge from our approved awarding body at no extra cost!
Course units – All units and assignments are included within the price and can be accessed at any point during the 12 months access to the learning platform.
Focus Awards are the approved awarding body for this qualification. Focus Awards believe in offering the very best service, advice and guidance so that we can support our learners on their journeys to success and achievement.
Who is this course for?
This course is ideal for those who currently work within the advice and guidance sector, providing factual, current and impartial information to clients and presenting ideas in an accessible form for them to consider, thus defining and providing routes which could assist clients in reaching their requirements. Prospective learners may also some have managerial or training responsibilities and could hold experience in creating information, advice and guidance publications. It is important that learners are able to demonstrate their ability to build dynamic relationships with other organisations.
Requirements
Must be aged 16 or above
Learners must be in a voluntary or paid role within the sector. - You will be observed in this setting.
Learners must be able to demonstrate Maths and English at level 2
Learners must have access to a qualified observer. This is someone who holds this qualification or an equivalent or higher.
Career path
This course is ideal for those who currently work within an advice and guidance role where learners are able to demonstrate providing factual, current and impartial information to clients and presenting ideas in an accessible form for them to consider, thus defining and providing routes which could assist clients in reaching their requirements.
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Julie Gladman asked:
can you confirm how much the level 4 A& G course is please as I have looked at numerous sites of yours and some say £500 and another £999?
What is the course duration? Can I finish it in maybe 3 months? As I have been working for a few years in IAG.
Answer:
Hi Danielle, you will have 1 year's access to our learning platform. However, this course is completed entirely at your own pace, meaning that this would be possible depending on how much time you devote to the course.
Hi are the students on this course observed interviewing at all ?
Answer:
Hi Tracy, we offer an all inclusive service, meaning that onsite observations are included in this price. When completing the onsite observations, you may use your own observer (if suitably qualified) or you may choose to use one of our observers.
I am currently working in IT, how would I be able to do the observation section?
Answer:
Hi Dawn. We would recommend sourcing a temporary position within your workplace, that will allow you to provide advice and guidance to clients. If this is not possible, students in that past have sourced voluntary placements in organisations such as Charities - this will be sufficient.
Hello,
How much of the course is practical/observational? Currently on mat leave, and wondering if evidence can be given remotely
Answer:
Hi Shereen, the majority of the course is covered through theory based essays and a smaller element is covered via practical observation. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, we are currently conducting observations remotely through Zoom/Skype. So yes, that would be absolutely fine.
Hi , is the Certificate in Career Guidance Theory included within this course? Will the price of this remain the same for a while? Thanks
Answer:
Hi Ruth, this is purely for the Level 4 Diploma in Advice and Guidance (RQF), we do not offer the Career Guidance qualification. The course is currently on a promotional discount until 31/07/22!
Hi, my work will be funding 50% of this course. How do we go about purchasing the course with split payment?
Answer:
Hi Hayley, we can send an invoice and set up a split payment through the invoice or if you would like to give us a quick call we can set this up over the phone manually.
I am wanting to do this qualification as I used to be a job coach but am currently a secretary. Would this mean being observed at work impossible?
Answer:
Hi Wendy, not at all! We would need to observe you providing Advice and Guidance to clients or students within a workplace setting. If you're current workplace cannot facilitate this, previous students have found voluntary work placements with charities very helpful.
What does the course consist of? It is exam based, essays or portfolio?
Answer:
Hi Maria, this qualification will be assessed through a combination of written essays, a portfolio of evidence and observation of occupational competence. All units, assignments and learning materials for the course can be accessed through our online learning platform.
Hi, I am considering enrolling 2 advisers on the basis that we will free up half a day per week study time. would this be adequate study time?
Answer:
Hi Phil, the guided learning hours provided by the body are 239 hours across the whole qualification unfortunately they don't break this up into a week by week.
However, we on average see this completed within 6-9 months but the 12 months is in place as it is designed to be self-paced.
It generally does depend on the individual but we do have many students who work full time on the course. Thank you!
I understand that course completion normally takes 6-9 months - but what is the weekly recommended study time? How many hours should be spent overall?
Answer:
Hi Amie, unfortunately the awarding organisation do not give a week-by-week study time break down. The official guided learning hours for the whole qualification as per the specification is 239. Thank you!
Are observations essential for this course? I am working on a project that is just ending, so not sure if I will have any further client meetings.
Answer:
Hi Kaz, yes the observations are a requirement of the qualification. The units 2, 7, 8, 9 are all client based so you could choose to focus on these units during your project if you wished to take the course. Thank you!
Hello,
I work in school. Is it possible to tailor the course to be able to work as careers advisor with the students age 16-18?
Answer:
Hi Marta, our course comes with set modules and assessment criteria. But upon completion of the course, this qualification enables you to work fully qualified in advice and guidance in a variety of settings, including schools!
Hi,
I work in the charity sector as a peer support officer but I work mainly from home. Can I still be eligible to do this training?
Answer:
Hi Ceyda. You will need to have a workplace role (voluntary or paid) in which you can use for the observations on your course. The role sounds suitable, as long as it can be used for the observations.
I have level 3 qual. in IAG (12yrs) would the units from this be set against the Level 4? I currently also work as an Employment & Skill Advisor
Answer:
Hi Joanne, we do offer recognised prior learning. However, the units do have to match up exactly you would need to submit your certificate and unit transcripts when enrolled and the tutors can confirm if you are eligible for recognised prior learning. Thank you.
Can you please confirm the price for the course after the 24th March ? Thank you
Answer:
Hi Sally, the price is currently on a promotional offer at £699.99, if you are looking to purchase the course after the 24th of March please check the pricing of the of the course then. Thank you
At present I advice but mainly organise students apprenticeships I wasn’t to apply to be an advisor in hr am I eligible and is this course suitable
Answer:
Hi there! As long as you have a voluntary or paid placement in order to complete the observations, then you are eligible for this course. This course enables you to become qualified in providing advice and guidance to clients, it sounds like a course that would be suitable for you!
Do I have to be observed at work? As they may not be possible for me as I wil need to check with my managment?
Answer:
Hi, yes you will need to be observed within your place of work. This can be observed by our observer or a suitably qualified colleague within your workplace.
What is the difference between your IAG level 4 compareed to city and guilds? Why this qualification cheaper? Is it stil the same qualifcation ?
Answer:
Hi there, the only difference is the awarding organisation. We are offering a fully approved Level 4 Diploma in Advice and Guidance which is awarded through Training Qualifications UK.
Hi, do you have to be in a managerial role to do this level 4, what if you are just a volunteer with no managerial role,
Answer:
Dear Nargis,
For the Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Advice and Guidance, you do not have to be in a management role - you need to be in a voluntary or paid position where you can provide advice to clients.
Hello, I'm interested in this course. What is the price for it and what is the average time needed to complete? Thanks!
Answer:
Dear Maria-Ourania,
We are currently offering the Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Advice and Guidance at £999.99 all-inclusive.
The course itself is averagely completed within 6 months, however we provide you with 12 months access to our learning platform to complete the course entirely at your own pace.
what does 'suitbaly qualfied' mean with reference to an observer
Answer:
Hi Elizabeth, a suitably qualified observer will hold an equivalent qualification within advice and guidance. Alternatively, we can accept an observer with experience within this sector.
Please can i do this course if am outside of UK & EU? If yes, how will i be observed? I'm a level 6 graduate in search of a career change.
Answer:
Hi Joy, yes this wouldn't be a problem. If you can provide an observer who is suitably qualified within advice and guidance then they can carry out the observations for you.
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