Vocational qualifications

CVQO is a UK education charity providing internationally-accredited vocational qualifications to members of uniformed youth groups - including the CCF.

The organisation aims to help young people and adult volunteers to receive recognition for the skills they learn at these groups in the form of qualifications that can be used to help gain places at college, university or even secure employment or apprenticeships.

CVQO-led qualifications, such as BTEC Certificates and Diplomas as well as leadership and management qualifications from the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM), are accessible to everyone, regardless of ability or skill, and best of all, they are generally provided free of charge to eligible cadets.

Cadet Awards

BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Teamwork, Personal Skills and Citizenship (SCQF Level 4)

The CVQO-led BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Teamwork, Personal Skills and Citizenship (SCQF Level 4) is intended for learners aged 13-15 and provides recognition of early cadetting skills that are often transferable into the world of work.

BTEC Level 2 in Teamwork and Personal Development in the Community (SCQF Level 5)

The CVQO-led BTEC Level 2 in Teamwork and Personal Development in the Community (SCQF Level 5) is achieved by thousands of youth group members each year

Learners develop a wide variety of skills including effective communication, career planning, the value of volunteering and character development.

It’s aimed at 16-18 year old cadets and is an ideal qualification to help strengthen higher education or job applications – it also looks great on a CV alongside school and college work.

BTEC Level 2 in Music for Practical Performance (SCQF Level 5)

The CVQO-led BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Music for Practical Performance (SCQF Level 5) is a qualification that focuses on particular aspects of employment within the music sector. As well as recognising your performance ability, you will learn a number of skills including event planning, research and presentation.

You will also learn a variety of employability skills such as teamwork and communication. Like the BTEC Level 2 in Teamwork and Personal Development in the Community, this is also aimed at 16-18 year old cadets.

Institute of Leadership and Management qualifications

Through our partnership with CVQO, a number of ILM qualifications in leadership and management are available for ages 14-18. Further information on these qualifications can be found here.

Cadet Force Adult Volunteer Awards

It’s not just cadets who can take advantage of these opportunities – adult instructors can too. There are a host of ILM or City & Guilds qualifications available at extremely cost-effective rates.

Visit the CVQO website here for more information.