How much time should I spend on the assessments?
This programme involves 30 study hours in total. This time is divided between:
Familiarising yourself with materials and with the process of learning with your college/school/training provider
Reading the course materials
Doing the helpful exercises in the three 'Think . . . Talk . . . Do' sections
And doing the assessments.
John Birks, Senior Qualifications Manager at Edexcel, says you can expect to spend up to 8 hours in total on the assessments. Bear in mind, though, that the time you take will depend on prior experience - both in learning and in volunteering - so some people will take less time and some people more. There is no hard and fast rule. And if you're not sure you're getting things right - contact your tutor/assessor.
