CVQO

The CVQO manages Vocational Qualifications for members of the British cadet organisations.[1]

Rationale

Young people who are members of the Cadet Forces gain skills that include:[2]

It was recognised that these skills were “transferable” to higher education and the work place and of interest to employers. The CVQO acts as a delivery point by being accredited by lead bodies such as City & Guilds and Edexcel and professional bodies (ILM) where these skills can be recognised by qualifications.[1]

Organisations involved

Qualifications

Cadets

Cadets can also qualify for other BTEC awards through the training that is carried out at their squadrons/units. Cadets have to be 16 before they can start working towards a qualification. There are many additional courses and awards that can be gained. The recognised qualifications are:[1][2][3]

Adults

Adult members of staff can also receive qualifications from the CVQO. These include:[1][3]

External links

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 CVQO. "CVQO". Retrieved 2008-10-29.
  2. 1 2 MOD(Army) - ACF website. "Army Cadet Force qualifications". Retrieved 2008-10-31.
  3. 1 2 Air Cadet Organisation website. "Air Cadet Organisation". Retrieved 2008-10-31.
  4. 1 2 3 4 5 Marine Society & Sea Cadets website. "College of the Sea". Archived from the original on 2008-06-28. Retrieved 2008-10-29.
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