Work Experience FAQs
- What is the requirement for work experience as part of the Diploma?
For all levels of the Diploma learners are required to undertake 10 days of work experience.
- Does work experience have to be directly linked with the subject of the Diploma?
Work experience linked to the subject of the Diploma is preferable, but not required.
- How is work experience tracked/assessed?
Work experience is not assessed, however centres are responsible for tracking work experience and reporting to the Diploma Aggregation Service (DAS) for each learner.
- If a teacher is involved in the delivery can he/she be used as part of employer involvement?
- Yes. See QCDA’s case studies on Applied Learning:
- Do I need to arrange CRB checks?
CRB checks will not be required for the majority of work experience placements, however in special circumstances the centre will be responsible for ensuring relevant checks are undertaken before the commencement of the placement.
- Where can I find more information on Work Experience?