Level 2 Traineeship in Applied Science

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Level 2 Traineeship in Applied Science

Level 2

Full-Time

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Overview

On successful completion learners will achieve the following:

Pearson BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Applied Science (equiv. to 4GCSES)

Essential Skills and Digital at an appropriate level in:

Numeracy
Literacy
ICT

Employability Skills Component including:

CV building
Interview skills
Communication and teamwork
Work-readiness training
Digital skills
Professional behaviour in the workplace

Work Experience Component

Block placement- 1 week in semester one and 1 week in semester two (60 hours in total) of employer engagement combined with work placement simulations in the form of lab-based projects carried out onsite
Laboratory classes- simulation model with detailed lab books demonstrating investigations
Industry focus (lab work, quality testing, manufacturing support)
Employer expectations & induction
Monitoring and assessment during placement

The aim of this qualification is to:

To equip learners with foundational scientific knowledge and technical skills.
To prepare learners for employment in scientific or manufacturing environments.
To support progression to further study or apprenticeships.
To provide high-quality work experience aligned to science-based industries.

: Principles of Science

Chemistry and Our Earth

Energy & Our Universe

Biology and Our Environment

Applications of Chemical Substances

Health Applications of Life Science

Scientific Skills

Practical Project

How Scientific Theories Are Formulated

: The Living Body
Monitoring the Environment
Science in Medicine
Understanding Human Behaviour
Chemical Analysis & Detection
Exploring Our Universe

You must hold a minimum of a Level 1 qualification, defined as four GCSEs at grades D to G including a minimum of grade D in Maths and English or Essential Skills Level 1 in Numeracy and Literacy.

Entry is subject to an interview with course co-ordinator.

Assessment is continuous throughout the course with a combination of written assignments, practical tasks in the laboratory, presentations and time constraint assignments. The assessment is criterion-referenced, and all units will be individually graded as ‘pass’, ‘merit’ or ‘distinction’.

Both oral and written feedback will be provided during your course to help improve and monitor performance.

Educational progression

Level 3 BTEC Applied Science
Relevant Level 3 qualifications within FE sector

Employment progression

Lab technician assistant
Manufacturing operative
Quality testing assistant
Scientific support roles

Apprenticeship progression

Laboratory Technician (Level 3)
Science Manufacturing Technician (Level 3)

The aim of this qualification is to:

To equip learners with foundational scientific knowledge and technical skills.
To prepare learners for employment in scientific or manufacturing environments.
To support progression to further study or apprenticeships.
To provide high-quality work experience aligned to science-based industries.

1 Available Session

* The fees quoted are per annum and are payable for each year of the course’s duration and are subject to additional examination fees as per fees policy.