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For further information, please visit our qualifications website at [qualifications.pearson.com. Alternatively](qualifications.pearson.com. Alternatively), you can get in touch with us using the details on our contact us page at [qualifications.pearson.com/contactus](qualifications.pearson.com/contactus)  \nAbout Pearson  \nPearson is the world's leading learning company, with 35,000 employees in more than 70 countries working to help people of all ages to make measurable progress in their lives through learning. We put the learner at the centre of everything we do, because wherever learning flourishes, so do people. Find out more about how we can help you and your learners at [qualifications.pearson.com](qualifications.pearson.com)  \nThis specification is Issue 3. Key changes are listed in the summary table on the next page . We will inform centres of any changes to this issue . The latest issue can be found on the Pearson website: [qualifications.pearson.com](qualifications.pearson.com).  \nThis qualification was previously known as:  \nPearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) (QCF)  \nThe QN remains the same .  \nReferences to third party material made in this specification are made in good faith. Pearson does not endorse, approve or accept responsibility for the content of materials, which maybe subject to change, or any opinions expressed therein. (Material may include textbooks, journals, magazines and other publications and websites.)  \nAll information in this specification is correct at time of publication.  \nISBN 978 1 446 94020 4  \nAll the material in this publication is copyright © Pearson Education Limited 2022  \nSummary of Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) specification Issue 3 changes  \n\n| Summary of changes made between previous issue and this current issue | Section\u003Cbr>number |\n| --- | --- |\n| The requirement for the optional credits to be achieved from a minimum of 3 units has been reiterated in the rules of combination table. | Section 4 |\n\nEarlier issue(s) show(s) previous changes.  \nIf you need further information on these changes or what they mean, contact us via our website at: [qualifications.pearson.com/en/support/contact-us.html](qualifications.pearson.com/en/support/contact-us.html).  \nContents  \nPurpose of this specification 1  \n1 Introducing Pearson BTEC Combined (Competence  \nand Knowledge) qualifications 2  \nWhat are Combined (Competence and Knowledge) qualifications? 2  \nSizes of Combined qualifications 2  \n2 Qualification summary and key information 4  \n3 Qualification rationale 5  \nQualification objectives 5  \nRelationship with previous qualifications 5  \nApprenticeships 5  \nProgression opportunities 6  \nIndustry support and recognition 6  \nRelationship with National Occupational Standards 6  \n4 Qualification structure 7  \nPearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare 7  \n5 Programme delivery 10  \nElements of good practice 10  \nLearner recruitment, preparation and support 10  \nTraining and assessment delivery 11  \nEmployer engagement 12  \nDelivery guidance for Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare 12  \n6 Centre resource requirements 14  \n7 Access and recruitment 15  \nPrior knowledge, skills and understanding 15  \nAccess to qualifications for learners with disabilities or specific needs 15  \n8 Assessment 16  \nLanguage of assessment 16  \nInternal assessment 16  \nAssessment requirements/strategy 17  \nTypes of evidence 18  \nAssessment of knowledge 19  \nAppeals 19  \nDealing with malpractice 19  \nReasonable adjustments to assessm","cbCaifpgz8I2RZlk","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaifpgz8I2RZlk","pdf",2062028,239,"English","# Purpose of this specification\n## 1 Introducing Pearson BTEC Combined (Competence and Knowledge) qualifications\n## 2 Qualification summary and key information\n## 3 Qualification rationale\n## 4 Qualification structure\n## 5 Programme delivery\n## 6 Centre resource requirements\n## 7 Access and recruitment\n## 8 Assessment\n## 9 Centre recognition and approval\n## 10 Quality assurance of centres\n## 11 Unit format","[{\"question\":\"What does Issue 3 cover for the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (England)?\",\"answer\":\"Issue 3 provides the specification content, including a summary of key changes from the previous issue and the requirements that centres must follow for this qualification.\"},{\"question\":\"What qualification type is this BTEC diploma?\",\"answer\":\"It is a Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) and is a Combined (Competence and Knowledge) qualification.\"},{\"question\":\"Which areas does the specification include for delivery and assessment?\",\"answer\":\"It covers programme delivery guidance, centre resource requirements, access and recruitment, assessment strategy and evidence types, and quality assurance and centre approval requirements.\"}]","Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (England) - Issue 3 - specification | PDF",1792473356,602]