What you need to start these qualifications at Buxton
This is just a guide. It might vary depending on the subject, so on each course page it tells you in more detail, what you'll need to join that course.
| Four to five GCSEs at grades A-C, or BTEC First Diploma (Merit) |
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A good reference from your school or college, good attendance and a commitment to learn |
► | BTEC National Diploma |
| Two to four GCSEs at grades A*-D |
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► | BTEC First Diploma | |
| Relevant NVQ Level 2 qualifications |
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► | NVQ Level 3 or VRQ Level 3 | |
| Three GCSEs at grade C, including English |
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► | NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2 | |
| One GCSE at grade D in English plus two Ds/Es in other subjects |
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► | NVQ Level 1 or VRQ Level 1 |
Interested in a CACHE or apprenticeship?
For what you'll need to start a CACHE course or an apprenticeship, please see the information for the specific course you're interested in.

