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Qualification Specification

Supply Chain Management (England)

Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Supply Chain Operations

Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Supply

Chain Management

Version 2.0

(July 2016)

Qualification Specification: Supply Chain: Intermediate and Advanced Apprenticeships

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This qualification specification covers the following qualifications:

Qualification Title Qualification

Number

Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Certificate in Supply Chain Operations 601/6712/9

Gateway Qualifications Level 3 Diploma in Supply Chain Management 601/6713/0


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About this qualification specification

This qualification specification is intended for Tutors, Assessors, Internal Quality Assurers, Centre Quality Managers and other staff within Gateway Qualifications recognised centres and/or prospective centres. It sets out what is required of the learner in order to achieve the qualification. It also contains information specific to managing and delivering the qualification(s) including specific quality assurance requirements. The guide should be read in conjunction with the Gateway Qualifications Centre Handbook and other publications available on the website which contain more detailed guidance on assessment and verification practice. In order to offer this qualification, you must be a Gateway Qualifications recognised centre. If your centre is not yet recognised, please contact our Development Team to discuss becoming Gateway Qualifications Recognised Centre: Telephone: 01206 911211 Email: [email protected] Website: www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk/recognition

http://www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk/recognition


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Contents 1. Qualification Information .................................................................................................. 6

1.1 About the qualifications ................................................................................................ 6

1.2 Objective ...................................................................................................................... 7

1.3 Key Facts ..................................................................................................................... 7

1.4 Funding ........................................................................................................................ 7

1.5 Achievement methodology ........................................................................................... 7

1.6 Geographical Coverage ............................................................................................... 8

1.7 Progression Opportunities ............................................................................................ 8

1.8 Relationship with other frameworks .............................................................................. 8

2 Learner Entry Requirements ............................................................................................ 9

2.1 Age .............................................................................................................................. 9

2.2 Prior Qualifications or Units .......................................................................................... 9

2.3 Prior Skills/Knowledge/Understanding .......................................................................... 9

2.4 Restrictions .................................................................................................................. 9

2.5 Access to qualifications for learners with disabilities or specific needs ......................... 9

2.6 Additional Requirements/Guidance .............................................................................. 9

2.7 Recruiting Learners with Integrity ............................................................................... 10

3 Achieving the Qualification ............................................................................................ 11

3.1 Qualification Structure (Rules of Combination and Unit List) ...................................... 11

For information on Recognition of Prior Learning/Exempt and Equivalent units please see section 3.2 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)/Exemptions/Equivalencies ....................................................................................... 11

Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Certificate In Supply Chain Operations ............................. 11

Gateway Qualifications Level 3 Diploma In Supply Chain Management ............................ 14

3.2 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) ........................................................................... 19

3.3 Links to other qualifications ........................................................................................ 19

4 Assessment and Quality Assurance .............................................................................. 20

4.1 Method of Assessment ............................................................................................... 20

4.2 Assessment Materials ................................................................................................ 20

4.3 Qualification-Specific Centre Requirements ............................................................... 20

4.4 Qualification-Specific Tutor/Assessor Requirements .................................................. 21

4.5 Qualification-Specific Quality Assurance Requirements ............................................. 21

4.6 Additional Requirements/Guidance ............................................................................ 21

4.7 Functional Skills ......................................................................................................... 22

4.8 Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) ............................................................. 22

4.9 Total Guided Learning Hours for the Apprenticeships ................................................ 22

4.10 Duration of this Apprenticeship ................................................................................... 23


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4.11 Personal Learning and Thinking Skills ........................................................................ 23

5 What to do next ............................................................................................................... 25

6 Gateway Qualifications ................................................................................................... 25


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1. Qualification Information

1.1 About the qualifications

The qualifications have been approved by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) that regulates qualifications, examinations and assessments in England. The aim of these qualifications is to support the aims and objectives of the Supply Chain Management Apprenticeship Framework. Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Supply Chain Operations Pathway 1: Supply Chain Operations The Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Certificate in Supply Chain Operations meets both the knowledge and the competence qualification requirements of this pathway. Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Supply Chain Management Pathway 1: Supply Chain Management The Gateway Qualifications Level 3 Diploma in Supply Chain Management meets both the knowledge and the competence qualification requirements of this pathway. Every organisation has to buy goods and services and this means that Supply Chain people work everywhere from global corporations to market stalls. For many organisations, their biggest cost is the goods and services bought from third parties. This includes all the costs of managing supply including purchasing, expediting, inventory management, delivery and receipt of goods and quality control. Supply chains within and across all other sectors are reliant on the effectiveness of the people who work within them. Intermediate Apprentices can work as Supply Chain Officers making sure goods are ordered and delivery of them is tracked. Advanced Apprentices may work as Supply Chain Managers, ensuring suppliers are supplying or delivering goods correctly. Local Government and regional development plans identify priority sectors within geographical areas considered vital to their local economy. Supply chains are integral to whichever sectors are identified. Skills for Logistics breaks down supply chains into groupings: Food and Drink; Chemicals and Petroleum; Automotive; Construction Industry; Electronics and Electrical; Pharmaceutical; Clothing and Footwear; Paperwork and Printing; Furniture and Furnishings; and Utilities. Wherever a priority sector is identified, supply chain management has a central role to play in that sector for it to be effective and efficient.

https://rits.ofqual.gov.uk/Qualifications/Qualifications/Details/66740

https://rits.ofqual.gov.uk/Qualifications/Qualifications/Details/66740


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1.2 Objective

The objective of the Gateway Qualifications Level 2 and 3 Supply Chain qualifications is to confirm competence in an occupational role to the standards specified within the Apprenticeship Framework for Supply Chain Management (England).

1.3 Key Facts

Qualification Title in full Credit Value

Min and Max Guided

Learning Hours

Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Certificate in Supply Chain Operations

27 157-163

Gateway Qualifications Level 3 Diploma in Supply Chain Management

42 218-229

1 credit is 10 hours of notional learning time. Learning time is defined as the time taken by learners at the level of the unit, on average, to complete the learning outcomes of the unit to the standard determined by the assessment criteria. Guided Learning Hours is the number of hours of teacher-supervised or directed study time required to teach a qualification or unit of a qualification. Some learners will be able to achieve these units in a shorter time, other learners, particularly those with additional support requirements will take much longer.

1.4 Funding

For information regarding potential sources of funding please visit the following websites; The Education Funding Agency http://www.gov.uk/efa The Skills Funding Agency https://www.gov.uk/sfa or, contact your local funding office.

1.5 Achievement methodology

The qualification will be awarded to learners who successfully achieve an approved combination of units through a Portfolio of Evidence that has been successfully verified and monitored through Gateway Qualifications’ Quality Assurance process. Achievement is therefore determined by successful completion of unit assessment with no further requirement for additional/summative assessment.

http://www.gov.uk/efa

https://www.gov.uk/sfa


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1.6 Geographical Coverage

The qualifications have been approved by Ofqual to be offered in England.

1.7 Progression Opportunities

Those completing the Level 2 qualification as part of an Intermediate Apprenticeship in Supply Chain Operations could progress onto:

• Advanced Level Apprenticeship in Supply Chain Management

• Foundation degree in logistics, transport planning, logisitics operations and administration

• Level 4 and above Procurement qualifications

• Higher Education programmes such as Logistics and Supply Chain Management Business and Management.

Those completing the Level 3 qualifications as part of an Advanced Apprenticeship in Supply Chain Management could progress onto:

• Level 5 and above Procurement qualifications

• Foundation degree in logistics, transport planning, logistics operations and administration

• Undergraduate Higher Education degrees in subjects such as Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Management, Business.

1.8 Relationship with other frameworks

The Gateway Qualifications Level 2 and 3 qualifications in Supply Chain Operation/Management relate to the National Occupational Standards (NOS) developed by Skills for Logistics. They provide a significant amount of knowledge, understanding and skills development that underpins occupational competence in supply chain management. Relevant units within the qualification have been carefully developed according to the relevant standards as appropriate and/or in conjunction with Users of qualifications


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2 Learner Entry Requirements

2.1 Age

The approved age range for these qualifications is: 16+.

2.2 Prior Qualifications or Units

There is no requirement for learners to have achieved prior qualifications or units.

2.3 Prior Skills/Knowledge/Understanding

There is no requirement for learners to have prior skills, knowledge or understanding.

2.4 Restrictions

There are no restrictions to entry.

2.5 Access to qualifications for learners with disabilities or specific needs

It is Gateway Qualifications’ aim that there shall be equal opportunities within this organisation and in all the services it provides and within its recognised centres and via the services they provide and so meet the organisation’s legal responsibilities to prevent discrimination. In particular it is the organisation’s intention that there should be no discrimination on the grounds of a protected characteristic including age, disability, gender assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation. It is acknowledged that this is not an exhaustive list. Gateway Qualifications and recognised centres have a responsibility to ensure that the process of assessment is robust and fair and allows the learner to show what they know and can do without compromising the assessment criteria. Details on how to make adjustments for learners is set out in the Reasonable Adjustment and Special Considerations Policy.

2.6 Additional Requirements/Guidance

There are no additional requirements for these qualifications.


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2.7 Recruiting Learners with Integrity

It is vital that centres recruit with integrity with regard to qualifications. Centres must ensure that learners have the correct information and advice on their selected qualification(s) and that the qualification(s) will meet their needs. The recruitment process must include the centre assessing each potential learner and making justifiable and professional judgements about the learner’s potential to successfully complete the assessment and achieve the qualification. Such an assessment must identify, where appropriate, the support that will be made available to the learner to facilitate access to the qualification(s).


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3 Achieving the Qualification 3.1 Qualification Structure (Rules of Combination and Unit List)

The knowledge, skills and understanding that will be assessed as part of the qualification are set out within the unit specifications. These include the learning outcomes and associated assessment criteria. To obtain unit information, please contact Gateway Qualifications who will enable access to our unit library.

For information on Recognition of Prior Learning/Exempt and Equivalent units please see section 3.2 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)/Exemptions/Equivalencies

Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Certificate In Supply Chain Operations

Learners must achieve the 3 units from the Mandatory Group, 2 units from Optional Groups 1 and 2 and 1 unit from Optional Groups 3 and 4. The Certificate in Supply Chain Operations Level 2 is a combined qualification incorporating competence and knowledge, which are separately assessed. Providers MUST ensure that Apprentices achieve at least 10 credits for competence and at least 10 credits for knowledge when selecting units to meet the requirements of the Apprenticeship Framework. This Pathway totals 47 credits which includes competence, knowledge, the ERR Award and the three Functional Skills of English, Mathematics and ICT. This framework exceeds the minimum of 37 credits set by the SASE. The minimum number of credits for Competence for this qualification is 14 The minimum number of credits for Knowledge for this qualification is 13 The total Credits for this combined qualification is 27 credits made up as follows: Mandatory Units

• Health, Safety and security at work (1 credit for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Develop effective working relationships with colleagues in Logistics operations (2 credits for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Make an effective contribution to a business in the logistics sector (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

Optional Units Group 1 (a minimum of two units must be achieved from this group)

• Obtain information on storage locations and facilities (1 credit for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Obtain information on distribution requirements (1 credit for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Obtain information on the supply chain (1 credit for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Analyse information on the supply chain (2 credits for competence and 2 for knowledge)


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Optional Units Group 2 (a minimum of two units must be achieved from this group)

• Monitor the flow of supplies in the supply chain (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Monitor the distribution of supplies (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Monitor the flow of returned supplies (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Monitor the transportation of supplies (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Place and monitor orders with suppliers (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

Optional Units Group 3 (a minimum of one unit must be achieved from this group)

• Process customs documentation for goods (1 credit for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Process transport documentation for goods (1 credit for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Process financial documentation for goods (1 credit for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Organize the preparation of documentation for the transportation of goods (2 credit for competence and 1 for knowledge)

Optional Units Group 4 (a minimum of one unit must be achieved from this group)

• Select suppliers in the supply chain or logistics operation (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Procure supplies or services in the supply chain or logistics operation (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Control supplies to storage locations and facilities (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Administer contracts (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge) Mandatory Group Learners must achieve all units from this group. Unit Reference Number

Title Level Credit Value

GLH

K/502/1072 Health, Safety and Security at work Level 2 3 20

H/601/7919 Develop effective working relationships with colleagues in logistics operations

Level 2 4 15

Y/601/9456 Make an effective contribution to a business in the logistics sector

Level 2 3 10


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Optional Group 1 Learners must achieve 2 units from this group. Unit Reference Number


GLH

L/503/7667 Obtain information on storage locations and facilities

Level 2 3 20

R/503/7668 Obtain information on distribution requirements Level 2 3 20

Y/503/7672 Obtain information on the supply chain Level 2 3 20 H/503/7657 Analyse information on the supply chain Level 3 4 16

Optional Group 2 Learners must achieve 2 units from this group. Unit Reference Number


GLH

J503/7666 Monitor the flow of supplies in the supply chain Level 2 3 20

Y/503/7669 Monitor the distribution of supplies Level 3 3 20 L/503/7670 Monitor the flow of returned supplies Level 2 3 20

R/503/7671 Monitor the transportation of supplies Level 2 3 20 A/503/7664 Place and monitor orders with suppliers Level 2 3 20

Optional Group 3 Learners must achieve 1 unit from this group. Unit Reference Number


GLH

T/600/7637 Process customs documentation for goods Level 2 2 12 A/600/7641 Process transport documentation for goods Level 2 2 16

F/600/7642 Process financial documentation for goods Level 2 2 18

D/600/7647 Organise the preparation of documentation for the transportation of goods

Level 3 3 26

Optional Group 4 Learners must achieve 1 unit from this group. Unit Reference Number


GLH

T/503/7663 Select suppliers in the supply chain or a logistics operation

Level 3 3 20

M/503/7662 Procure supplies or services in the supply chain or a logistics operation

Level 3 3 20

H/503/7660 Control supplies at storage locations and facilities

Level 3 3 20

K/503/7661 Administer contracts Level 2 3 20


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Gateway Qualifications Level 3 Diploma In Supply Chain Management

Learners must achieve the 2 units from Mandatory Group M, 4 units from Optional Group OA and 2 units from each of the Optional Groups OB, OC, OD, OE. The Diploma in Supply Chain Management Level 3 is a combined qualification incorporating competence and knowledge, which are separately assessed. Providers MUST ensure that Apprentices achieve at least 10 credits for competence and at least 10 credits for knowledge when selecting units to meet the requirements of the SASE. This Pathway totals 62 credits which includes competence, knowledge, the Employment Rights and Responsiblities Award and the three Functional Skills of English, Math’s and ICT. This framework exceeds the minimum of 37 credits set by the SASE. The minimum number of credits for Competence for this qualification is 22 The minimum number of credits for Knowledge for this qualification is 20 The total credits for this combined qualification is 42 credits made up as follows: Mandatory Units

• Develop productive working relationships with colleagues in logistics operations (1 credit for competence and 1 credit for knowledge)

• Make and effective contribution to a business in the logistics sector (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

Optional Unit Group OA (a minimum of four units must be achieved from this group)

• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements in logistics operations (1 credit for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Ensure an effective organisational approach to health, safety and security in supply chain management or a logistics operation (3 credits for competence and 3 for knowledge)

• Apply improvements to the supply chain (2 credits for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Plan the workforce in supply chain management or a logistics operation (2 credits for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Respond to problems in logistics operations (1 credit for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Manage risk in supply chain management or a logistics operation (3 credits for competence and 3 for knowledge)

• Encourage innovation in supply chain management or a logistics operation (3 credits for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Implement change in supply chain management or a logistics operation (4 credits for competence and 3 for knowledge)


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Optional Unit Group OB (a minimum of two units must be achieved from this group)

• Schedule logistics operations to meet customer requirements (2 credits for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Arrange the transportation of goods using multiple transport modes (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Control supplies at storage locations and facilities (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Plan change in supply chain management or a logistics operation (3 credits for competence and 3 for knowledge)

• Select suppliers in the supply chain or a logistics operation (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Procure supplies or services in the supply chain or a logistics operation (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

Optional Unit Group OC (a minimum of two units must be achieved in this group)

• Manage a budget in supply chain management or logistics operation (2 credits for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Manage contracts in supply chain management or logistics operation (2 credits for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Manage finance in own area of responsibility on supply chain management or a logistics operation ( 2 credits for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Manage business processes in the supply chain or a logistics operation (2 credits for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Manage a project in supply chain management or a logistics operation (1 credit for competence and 1 for knowledge)

Optional Unit Group OD (a minimum of two units must be achieved from this group)

• Optimise the use of logistics resources (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Minimise the environmental impact of logistics operations (1 credit for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Map the logistics environment in which own organisation operates (3 credits for competence and 3 for knowledge)

• Build own organisations understanding of its markets and customers in supply chain management or logistics operation (3 credits for competence and 3 for knowledge)

Optional Unit Group OE (a minimum of two units must be achieved from this group)

• Provide leadership for your team in logistics operations (2 credits for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Provide leadership in own area of responsibility in supply chain management or logistics operation (2 credits for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Recruit, select and keep colleagues in logistics operations (2 credits for competence and 2 for knowledge)


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• Build and manage teams in logistics operations (2 credits for competence and 2 for knowledge)

• Help team members address problems affecting their performance in logistics operations (2 credits for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Manage own professional development on logistics operations (1 credit for competence and 1 for knowledge)

• Establish strategic relationships within the supply chain (3 credits for competence and 3 for knowledge)

Mandatory Group Learners must achieve all units within this group. Unit Reference Number


GLH

A/601/7179 Develop productive working relationships with colleagues in logistics operations

Level 3 2 12

Y/601/9456 Make an effective contribution to a business in the logistics sector

Level 2 3 10

Optional Group OA Learners must achieve 4 units from this group. Unit Reference Number


GLH

M/601/7602 Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements in logistics operations

Level 3 3 15

H/503/7674 Ensure an effective organisational approach to health, safety and security in supply chain management or a logistics operation

Level 5 6 30

M/503/7659 Apply improvements to the supply chain Level 3 4 20

R/503/7685 Plan the workforce in supply chain management or a logistics operation

Level 5 4 25

T/601/7598 Respond to problems in logistics operations Level 3 3 15

A/503/7678 Manage risk in supply chain management or a logistics operation

Level 5 6 30

K/503/7692 Encourage innovation in supply chain management or a logistics operation

Level 5 5 28

L/503/7684 Implement change in supply chain management or a logistics operation

Level 5 7 28

Optional Group OB Learners must achieve 2 units from this group. Unit Reference Number


GLH

K/601/7596 Schedule logistics operations to meet customers requirements

Level 3 4 18


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Y/600/7646 Arrange the transportation of goods using multiple transport modes

Level 3 3 26

H/503/7660 Control supplies at storage locations and facilities

Level 3 3 20

F/503/7696 Plan change in supply chain management or a logistics operation

Level 5 6 26

T/503/7663 Select suppliers in the supply chain or a logistics operation

Level 3 3 20

M/503/7662 Procure supplies or services in the supply chain or a logistics operation

Level 3 3 20

Optional Group OC Learners must achieve 2 units from this group. Unit Reference Number


GLH

D/503/7673 Manage a budget in supply chain management or a logistics operations

Level 3 4 25

T/503/7677 Manage contracts in supply chain management or a logistics operation

Level 4 4 20

F/503/7682 Manage finance for own area of responsibility in supply chain management or a logistics operation

Level 4 4 25

F/503/7679 Manage business processes in supply chain management or a logistics operation

Level 4 4 25

K/503/7658 Manage a project in the supply chain or a logistics operation

Level 3 2 10

Optional Group OD Learners must achieve 2 units from this group. Unit Reference Number


GLH

M/601/7597 Optimise the use of logistics resources Level 3 3 15

K/601/7601 Minimise the environmental impact of logistics operations

Level 3 3 15

T/503/7694 Map the logistics environment in which own organisation operates

Level 5 6 30

Y/503/7686 Build own organisation’s understanding of its market and customers in supply chain management or a logistics operation

Level 4 6 35

Optional Group OE Learners must achieve 2 units from this group. Unit Reference Number


GLH

T/601/7603 Provide leadership for your team in logistics Level 3 4 20


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operations

A/503/7681 Provide leadership in own area of responsibility in supply chain management or a logistics operation

Level 4 4 20

F/601/7183 Recruit, select and keep colleagues in logistics operations

Level 3 4 16

J/601/7184 Build and manage teams in logistics operations Level 3 4 18

R/601/7186 Help team members address problems affecting their performance in logistics operations

Level 4 3 10

M/601/7177 Manage your own professional development in logistics operations

Level 3 2 11

D/503/7690 Establish strategic relationships within the supply chain

Level 5 6 27


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3.2 Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Recognition of prior learning is a process that considers if a learner can meet the specified assessment requirements through knowledge, understanding or skills that they already possess and that can contribute towards the attainment of a qualification for which they are undertaking. Where Recognition of Prior Learning is permitted then the evidence must be mapped against the criteria for which it is being claimed for and be valid, authentic, sufficient, reliable, valid and current. A maximum of 70% of a qualification can be achieved through the process of Recognition of Prior Learning, with at least 30% gained through new learning. The process for claiming RPL is set out in the Gateway Qualifications’ policy on Recognition of Prior Learning.

3.3 Links to other qualifications

The Level 2 qualification is part of the Intermediate Apprenticeship in Supply Chain Operations. The Level 3 qualification is part of the Advanced Apprenticeship in Supply Chain Management.


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4 Assessment and Quality Assurance

The following are in addition to the standard assessment and quality assurance requirements set out in the Gateway Qualifications Centre Handbook.

4.1 Method of Assessment

The method of assessment for the qualification(s) is through a portfolio of evidence. Assessment of the competency elements of the qualifications must be completed within the workplace. Simulation/Realistic working environment should be used as a last resort where allowed. The main source of evidence must be by observation, in the candidate’s workplace. Comparable working environments may only be used where it is not possible to assess across the range of standards at the candidate’s workplace, and only with agreement from the External Verifier. Circumstances in which simulation may take place are where the:

• learner is required to complete a particular work activity that does not occur on a regular basis and therefore opportunities to complete the activity do not easily arise

• learner is required to respond to a situation that rarely occurs, such as responding to an emergency situation

• the safety of the learner and/or resources would be put at risk.

When simulation is used, those who assess must be confident that the simulation replicates the workplace to such an extent that the learner will be able to fully transfer their occupational competence to the workplace and real situations.

4.2 Assessment Materials

There are no specific assessment materials provided for this qualification.

4.3 Qualification-Specific Centre Requirements

Centres must ensure that they have the appropriate resources in place when delivering performance units from vocational areas.


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4.4 Qualification-Specific Tutor/Assessor Requirements

Tutor/Assessors must be fully qualified and experienced in the subject area in which they are delivering, details of which must be provided to Gateway Qualifications as part of the Qualification Approval application.

• Assessors must be occupationally and technically competent in the area which they are assessing, at or above the level of the unit being assessed.

• Assessors must hold or be working towards a suitable assessor qualification - hold a D32 and/or D33, or an A1 and/or A2, qualification, or be working towards an A1 and/or A2.

• Trainee Assessors must have a plan, which is overseen by the relevant centre, to achieve the relevant assessor qualification within an agreed timescale.

• Assessors must be fully conversant with the units against which the assessments and verifications are to be undertaken.

• All assessment decisions made by those working towards a relevant assessor qualification must be verified by a qualified Assessor.

4.5 Qualification-Specific Quality Assurance Requirements

Units must be verified by an Internal Quality Assurer who is accountable to the centre. Internal Quality Assurers must:

• hold a D34, V1 Internal Verifier qualification or Internal Quality Assurer qualification or be working towards a relevant qualification and have sufficient and relevant technical/occupational familiarity with the units that are verified

• be fully conversant with the standards and assessment criteria in the units to be assessed

• understand Gateway Qualifications’ quality assurance systems and requirements for these qualifications.

• Trainee Internal Quality Assurers must have a plan that is overseen by the recognised centre, to achieve an appropriate Internal Quality Assurance qualification within an agreed timescale.

• All verification decisions made by those working towards a relevant IQA| qualification must be verified by a qualified Internal Quality Assurers.

4.6 Additional Requirements/Guidance

Employer Direct Model The Employer Direct Model permits employers to use staff members who do not hold assessor and verifier qualifications, to carry out assessment and verification. To use this Model, the employer must demonstrate that their in-house training, development and assessment processes map 100% against the National Occupational Standards, on which the Assessor and Verifier qualifications are based. The mapping process must be agreed by Gateway Qualifications as providing the equivalent level of rigour and robustness as achievement of the approved assessment/verification qualification.


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Each application to use the Employer Direct Model will be considered on an individual organisation and qualification basis and will be subject to agreement with Gateway Qualifications and the Sector Skills Council, The IMI. Prospective organisations must be able to confirm that their in-house practices conform to the requirements of the Standards in association with Gateway Qualifications.

4.7 Functional Skills

Learners undertaking the Intermediate Apprenticeship in Supply Chain Operations must complete or have completed one of the English, Mathematics and ICT transferable skills qualifications listed in the Apprenticeship framework in order to successfully complete their Apprenticeship. This must be at Level 1 as a minimum, but learners should be encouraged to work towards Level 2. Learners undertaking the Advanced Apprenticeship in Supply Chain Management must complete or have completed one of the English, Mathematics and ICT transferable skills qualifications listed in the Apprenticeship framework in order to successfully complete their Apprenticeship. This must be at Level 2.

4.8 Employee Rights and Responsibilities (ERR)

All learners must undertake a separate Level 2 Award in Employee Rights and Responsibilities in the Logistics Industry which is available from Gateway Qualifications. Skills for Logistics has developed a workbook which covers the requirements of the ERR qualification and this workbook is available on the Gateway Qualifications’ website. When applying for the Intermediate or Advanced Apprenticeship completion certificate, a certificate of achievement of the ERR Award must be must be retained in the Apprentices portfolio and is subject to audit.

4.9 Total Guided Learning Hours for the Apprenticeships

Total GLH for the Level 2 Apprenticeship pathway: The total amount of Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for the Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship which includes both on and off-the-job guided learning is 407 GLH over a minimum duration of 12 months for this programme. Total GLH for the Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship pathway: The total amount of Guided Learning Hours (GLH) for the Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship which includes both on and off-the-job guided learning is 468 GLH over a minimum duration of 12 months for this programme.


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4.10 Duration of this Apprenticeship

For apprentices aged:

• between 16 - 18 years old, the Apprenticeship must last at least 12 months;

• 19 and over, the Apprenticeship must be at least 12 months, unless relevant prior learning is recorded. Where this is the case, Apprenticeships will not be less than six months and must include new skills and new learning.

4.11 Personal Learning and Thinking Skills

Apprentices must be introduced to PLTS during induction so that they learn to recognise for themselves when and where they are practicing these skills. Skills for Logistics has mapped all of the PLTS to all units within ALL competence and knowledge units. Skills for Logistics provides a transferable skills evidence record sheet which Apprentices must use to record when, where and how the learning for PLTS have been delivered and demonstrated. This must be kept in the Apprentices portfolio and is subject to audit. These forms are available on the Gateway Qualifications’ website or the Skills for Logistics website. Creative Thinking The learning outcomes of the Creative Thinking PLTS are:

• generate ideas and explore possibilities;

• ask questions to extend their thinking;

• connect their own and others’ ideas and experiences in inventive ways;

• question their own and others’ assumptions’

• try out alternatives or new solutions and follow ideas through;

• adapt ideas as circumstances change. Independent Enquiry The learning outcomes of the Independent Enquiry PLTS are:

• identify questions to answer and problems to solve

• plan and carry out research, appreciating the consequences of decisions

• explore issues, events or problems from different perspectives

• analyse and evaluate information, judging its relevance and value

• consider the influence of circumstances, beliefs and feelings on decisions and events

• support conclusions, using reasoned arguments and evidence. Reflective Learning The learning outcomes of the Reflective Learning PLTS are:

• assess themselves and others, identify opportunities and achievements


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• set goals with success criteria for their development and work

• review progress, acting on the outcomes

• invite feedback and deal positively with praise, setbacks and criticism

• evaluate experiences and learning to inform future progress

• communicate their learning in relevant ways for different audiences. Team Working The learning outcomes of the Team Working PLTS are:

• collaborate with others to work towards common goals

• reach agreements, managing discussions to achieve results

• adapt behaviour to suit different roles and situations, including leadership roles

• show fairness and consideration to others

• take responsibility, showing confidence in themselves and their contribution

• provide constructive support and feedback to others. Self Management The learning outcomes of the Self Management PTLS are:

• seek out challenges or new responsibilities and show flexibility when priorities change

• work towards goals, showing initiative, commitment and perseverance

• organise time and resources, prioritising actions

• anticipate, take and manage risks

• deal with competing pressures, including personal and work related demands

• respond positively to change, seeking advice and support when needed

• manage their emotions and build and maintain relationships. Effective Participation The learning outcomes of the Effective Partnership PLTS are:

• discuss issues of concern, seeking resolution where needed

• present a persuasive case for action

• propose practical ways forward, breaking these down into manageable steps

• identify improvements that would benefit others as well as themselves

• try to influence others, negotiating and balancing diverse views to reach workable solutions

• act as an advocate for views and beliefs that may differ from their own.


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5 What to do next

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6 Gateway Qualifications

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