What are NVQs?........ now a Diploma

An NVQ is not a course; it is a statement that a worker is competent in a particular task or set of tasks.

NVQs have now been changed to a Diploma

  • Take place at the workplace
  • Are nationally recognised
  • Take into account existing skills
  • Need to be linked to knowledge and information that help the performance of everyday tasks

FORTAN NVQ Centre provides:

  • A training programme in YOUR area
  • Assessors and trainers who are highly qualified and have current "hands on" experience
  • A service for You and YOUR staff

Our Care courses can be tailored to your client group by experienced Assessors with a care background. We specialize in:

  • Domiciliary Care
  • Care of the elderly
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Special needs/Physical Disabilities

We offer:

  • NVQ Diploma Level 2 & 3 in Health and Social Care
  • NVQ Diploma  2, 3 & 5 in Management
  • NVQ Diploma Level 1, 2 & 3 in Administration
  • NVQ Diploma Level 3 For Children & Young Peoples Workforce
  • NVQ TAQA Level 3 in Assessing Candidates Using a Range of methods (A1)
  • NVQ TAWA Level 4 in Conducting Internal Quality Assurance of the Assessment Process (V1)
  • Diploma Level 5 Leadership for Health & Social Care, (Replaced RMA and Care 4 NVQ)

FORTAN works nationally with major care providers such as the Salvation Army and Social Services Departments.