The qualification has been created to develop learners’ understanding of policy, management theory and practice in education. It provides learners with an opportunity to engage with the challenges facing professionals and policy makers and will provide knowledge that underpins the ability to work as an effective manager in the education sector.
The qualification also combines both theoretical and practical knowledge in the education profession and will develop and enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of leading change, effective performance and team leadership. Learners will be able to work in a variety of roles within education administration and/or management.
Approved centres are responsible for reviewing and making decisions as to an applicant’s ability
to complete the learning programme successfully and meet the demands of the qualification. The initial assessment by the centre will need to consider the support that is readily available or can be made available to meet individual learner needs as appropriate.
The qualification has been designed to be accessible without artificial barriers that restrict access.
For this qualification, applicants must be aged 19 years or over.
Learners are expected to hold the following:
• Level 6 qualification or:
• First Degree.
In the case of applicants whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is
required. International qualifications will be checked for appropriate enrolment to UK higher education postgraduate programmes where applicable. The applicants are normally required to
produce two supporting references, at least one of which should preferably be academic.
In certain circumstances, applicants with considerable experience but no formal qualifications
may be considered, subject to interview and being able to demonstrate their ability to cope with the demands of the qualification.