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About Us Established in 1998, ABC Awards (ABC) is the result of combining more than 180 years of regional examination and assessment practices into one national Awarding Organisation. As a registered charity we are continuing the tradition of our founding organisations who were established by the sector to deliver useful and practical qualifications whilst offering exceptional support and ABC is proud to still be “owned” by the sector and working for the sector. ABC offers an outstanding range of vocational qualifications which reflect the skills that employers and centres look for in learners and employees. At ABC, we recognise the importance of continuing to offer not only a wide range and breadth of qualifications, but just as significantly, excellent customer support.
An Experienced and Knowledgeable Team Our friendly and responsive approach to customers means all our centres have access to a dedicated Qualification Administrator as well as unlimited access to a Business Development Manager who can answer any queries or concerns you might have. Our Moderators are all subject specialists and are chosen by us for their experience, knowledge and ability to support centres to deliver ABC’s qualifications successfully.
A Wide Range of Qualifications Our portfolio of more than 600 Ofqual regulated qualifications covers 14 sectors with qualifications to suit all ages and abilities. We have designed all ABC qualifications with the support of relevant stakeholders to make sure that they meet the needs of the current industries across the UK. This means that the qualifications are designed to give learners the skills needed to find employment, progress within education or enhance their skills in their current job role. We have more than 1200 centres with many tens of thousands of certificates being issued each year.
Recognised and Valuable Qualifications ABC Awards is a national Awarding Organisation providing qualifications regulated by Ofqual.
Footwear & Leather ABC’s Footwear & Leather qualifications focus on specific pathways in order to allow learners the choice to specialise in an area that most appeals to them. Pathways cover Apparel, Footwear, Leather and Textiles which deal with basic manufacturing techniques, order processes and the input system. Learners will also master sewing techniques, the use of trimmings in the finishing of a garment and how to identify alterations that may be required. The pathways also cover basic knowledge of materials used in manufacturing and the knowledge of cloth types. Our Footwear & Leather sector covers the following qualification areas: •
Footwear and Leather
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Apparel, Footwear or Leather Production
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Apparel, Footwear, Leather or Textile Production
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Footwear and Leather The ABC Awards’ qualifications in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) aim to confirm competence in an occupational role to the standards required. Our qualifications are designed for those learners, aged 16+, who want to be provided with the opportunity to enhance their career progression and give them the currency to enter further qualifications. The Footwear and Leather qualifications oer benefits to employers, providers and learners by providing a progression opportunity through educational and vocational means.
The Saddlery Training Centre
Learners on ABC Awards’ qualifications in Footwear and Leather have the opportunity to develop skills required for working in this industry including, carrying out leather cutting operations, machining footwear / leathergoods and examining footwear, right through to producing duplicate keys and servicing / repairing watches. ABC offers the following qualifications designed specifically for learners wishing to study within the Footwear and Leather pathway: •
Level 2 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ)
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Level 2 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (Footwear Production)
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Level 2 Certificate in Footear and Leather (NVQ) (Footwear Repair and Associated Services)
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Level 2 Certificate in footwear and Leather (NVQ) (Handcraft/ Bespoke/ Orthapedic Footwear Production)
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Level 2 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (Saddlery)
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Level 2 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (Leathergoods Production)
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Level 2 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (Leather Production) • Level 3 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (Footwear Production) •
Level 3 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (Footwear Production) •
Level 3 Certificate in Footear and Leather (NVQ) (Footwear Repair and Associated Services) •
Level 3 Certificate in footwear and Leather (NVQ) (Handcraft / Bespoke / Orthapedic Footwear Production)
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Level 3 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (Saddlery)
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Level 3 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (Leathergoods Production) Level 3 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (Leather Production)
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Apparel, Footwear or Leather Production The ABC Awards’ qualifications in Apparel, Footwear or Leather Production are aimed at learners who are already working in the sector. Learners will have the opportunity to improve their work-based skills as well as develop industry specific knowledge to increase future career prospects. There are four pathways for a learner to choose from Apparel, Footwear, Leather or Tailoring. Our qualifications in Apparel, Footwear or Leather Production aim to provide the underpinning knowledge and understanding to support learners wanting to work within this sector.
ABC Awards’ qualifications in Footwear and Leather cover a broad range of sections including aspects of design within the industry, managing customer relations, right through to production management and buying (import /export) within the apparel, footwear or leather industry.
ABC offers the following qualifications designed specifically for learners wishing to study within the Apparel, Footwear or Leather Production pathway: •
Level 3 Diploma in Apparel Footwear or Leather Production (Apparel)
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Level 3 Diploma in Apparel Footwear or Leather Production (Footwear)
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Level 3 Diploma in Apparel Footwear or Leather Production (Leather)
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Level 3 Diploma in Apparel Footwear or Leather Production (Tailoring)
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Apparel, Footwear, Leather or Textile Production The ABC Awards’ qualification in Apparel, Footwear, Leather or Textile Production is designed for those learners who require a progression opportunity of enhancing their career progression , prepare them for further learning or training and allow them to develop knowledge and / or skills in their chosen subject area. There are a number of pathways that a learner can chose from - Apparel, Footwear, Leather or Textile. Learners on our Apparel, Footwear, Leather or Textile Production qualifications will cover sections including the history of the industry and knowing basic sewing skills, through to maintaing quality standards and understanding pattern development and production, helping them gain necessary skills required for working within this sector.
ABC offers the following qualification designed specifically for learners wishing to study within the Textile Technology pathway: •
Level 2 Certificate in Apparel, Footwear, Leather or Textile Production (Apparel Production)
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Level 2 Certificate in Apparel, Footwear, Leather or Textile Production (Footwear Production)
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Level 2 Certificate in Apparel, Footwear, Leather or Textile Production (Leather Production)
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Level 2 Certificate in Apparel, Footwear, Leather or Textile Production (Textile Production)
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CAM finishing
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What prior knowledge is needed? Entry requirements vary depending upon what level of qualification a learner wishes to study within the Footwear and Leather sector. However, generally a learner will need to display that they have a working knowledge in the subject they wish to study or have a keen interest in their chosen subject area.
What Next? - Progression Routes • Further education e.g. another ABC qualification, an AS Level from an ABC Level 2 qualification or a Foudation Degree from an ABC Level 3 qualification • Improve employment prospects • Learners can use the knowledge gained from studying an ABC Footwear and Leather qualification to progress further within their current job role • Progress into an apprenticeship within the sector
Apprenticeships Footwear and Leather Apprenticeships are available to people who have a vested interest in the Fashion and Textiles industry and who want to learn the skills needed for a succesful career in this field. Apprentices get to develop industry specific skills and knowledge whilst learning key / core skills. ABC has a number of qualifications in the Fashion and Textiles sector that contribute towards apprenticeships. Intermediate Apprenticeship in Fashion and Textiles, England Competence Qualification ABC Level 2 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (500/6572/5) Pathway 3 - Leather goods or Pathway 4 - Footwear or Pathway 9 - Leather Production ABC Level 2 Certificate in Apparel, Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (500/6572/5) Knowledge Qualification ABC Level 2 Certificate in Apparel, Footwear, Leather or Textile Production (500/6576/2) Intermediate Apprenticeship in Fashion and Textiles, England Competence Qualification Pathway 5 - Saddlery: ABC Level 2 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (500/6572/5) Advanced Apprenticeship in Fashion and Textiles Apprenticeship, England Competence Qualification Pathway 3 - Leather goods: ABC Level 3 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (500/6482/4) Pathway 4 - Footwear: ABC Level 3 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (500/6482/4) Pathway 7 - Leather Production: ABC Level 3 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (QCF) (500/6482/4) Advanced Apprenticeship in Fashion and Textiles Apprenticeship, (Wales) non statutory Knowledge Qualification ABC Level 3 Diploma in Apparel, Footwear or Leather Production (501/0088/9) Advanced Apprenticeship in Fashion and Textiles Apprenticeship, England Competence Qualification Pathway 5 - Saddlery: ABC Level 3 Certificate in Footwear and Leather (NVQ) (500/6482/4)
ABC has no hidden fees or charges so the prices you see on our web site are the prices you actually pay. Our costs are inclusive of enrolment, certification and moderation fees.
Funding ABC Awards has endeavoured to provide signposting to funding eligibility but centres are advised that these are guides only and clarification from funding providers should be sought.
Resources Additional guidance and resources to support our qualifications is freely available to approved ABC centres.
How do I get more information? enquiries@abcawards.co.uk www.abcawards.co.uk/fashion-and-textiles/footwear-and-leather/
Published 07 September 2012
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