Managing Personal Finance Certificate Level 1 RQF

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This course is the perfect course to kickstart a career within the financial sector, as it covers all aspects of personal finance.

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Level 1 / Skillsfirst / STR06

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Course summary

Course support

Tutor support is not provided on this course.

24 hour access

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Accreditation

Fully accredited course

Awarding body

Skillsfirst

Course introduction

This course incorporates various aspects of personal financial management. It breaks down the key principles that should be considered before thinking about or taking on a mortgage. It also looks at different types of credit cards available and the importance of interest rates and credit scores.

Research found that credit card debt averaged £2,133 per household and £1,122 per adult in January 2021 (The Money Charity, Money Statistics, January 2021). By undertaking this course, it can potentially help you to avoid any unwanted debt. In doing so, it will provide guidance and attempt to cover all aspects of budgeting and discuss the possible entitlement to Government benefits and schemes, such as housing, childcare, and parenting.

Other areas of this course focus on:

Payslips
Bank statements
Taxes.

It has been noted that many people do not fully understand their payslip breakdown, which could adversely affect your total take home. Module 7 covers this very important aspect and will ensure you can be confident in your payslips and income tax accuracy.

Required knowledge

No previous knowledge is required to complete this course.

Assessment

The course is 100% online which includes course module materials and multiple-choice examination at the end of the course. After successful completion, you will be awarded an RQF Certificate of Achievement from Skillsfirst.

Please Note:
This qualification is self-guided through to completion.

Awarding organisation

Upon completion of this qualification, the learner will be awarded an RQF Certificate of Achievement from Skillsfirst along with a Unit Summary, which will list all the units that have been completed as part of this course.

The Awarding Organisation Skillsfirst has endorsed the course materials. They have undergone extensive scrutiny to ensure that they meet the required standards and that the quality is consistent throughout.

Skillsfirst is an awarding organisation that is committed to designing, developing, and certificating a diverse range of nationally recognised qualifications. Skillsfirst has over 75 years of collective experience in adult learning and has a passionate team that provides top-quality education and work-based learning. Skillsfirst is regulated by Ofqual and is an approved UK awarding organisation.

Course modules

Module 1: Begins with an introduction into personal finance.
Module 2: Looks at credit cards, loans, and debt.
Module 3: Focuses on savings, mortgages, and pensions.
Module 4: Explores all aspects of budgeting.
Module 5: Looks at interest and credit.
Module 6: Discusses the different types of bank accounts and covers bank statements.
Module 7: Focuses on earned and unearned sources of income, such as Payslips and Income tax.
Module 8: Explores Government benefits.

Learner support

This course has been purposefully designed for distance learning to give students the freedom to flexibly learn from the comfort of their own home without needing to enrol into college or learn in a classroom. Instead, this course can be accessed online and can be moulded to fit around your existing work commitments.

Please Note:
Tutor support is not offered on this course.

FAQs

What is distance learning?

Distance learning is the most flexible and convenient approach to studying. There is no need for you to attend college and, therefore, you can study anytime, any place, anywhere that fits in with your lifestyle. Distance learning programmes are ideal for people who may have a full-time job, or other commitments, that won’t allow them time off to study.

What do I need to do to get started on a course?

You'll need to be able to commit the required time to your studies. We recommend that you choose a course you think will interest you, and help you to achieve your ambitions. If you would like some advice, or further information, please call our helpline free on 0333 3445 690.

To purchase a course, simply click on the ‘Buy now’ button against your chosen course and follow the on screen instructions. Alternatively if you would prefer to purchase the course over the phone, call 0333 3445 690 and speak to one of our expert course advisors.

How does the distance learning/home study method work?

The course operates through a study pack and access to your own personal tutor. Once you have chosen your course we will send you your study pack, which you will be required to work through before completing the course.

Depending on the course you have chosen, you will either be required to complete assignments and submit these for marking as the course progresses and/or be required to sit an end exam. The end exam could be in the form of multiple choice questions, or be an invigilated exam at a registered test centre.

Your completed assignments will need to be sent to your tutor for marking/assessment, you will then receive written feedback and guidance. It may be possible to submit your assignments by email, however you will need to check this with your tutor. Please be aware that your assignments will be maintained by NCCHL for moderation and audit purposes.

These requirements will always be listed on the course description page, so please refer to this for details of what is required for each individual course.

How long should it take to complete a course?

Depending on the course you have chosen, and the amount of time you can commit, it could take from 6 weeks to 12 months to complete your course.

The duration of the course is largely down to you though. The beauty of home learning is that it allows you complete flexibility to fit your studies around your lifestyle and other commitments. You can dedicate as much, or as little, time as you want to your studies - no one will be chasing you for your work or asking why you haven’t submitted an assignment.

We do strongly recommend, though, that before you purchase a course you assess your ability to commit the necessary time to completing the course in a timeframe that will not leave you losing your motivation.

How quickly will I receive my course material?

We guarantee that you will receive your course materials within 5 days of purchase, but for many courses we would anticipate that you will have to wait no more than 48 hours.

The course materials are always sent to you via a tracked courier service, to ensure that you receive your study pack within our stated period.

How much will it cost?

The cost is largely dependent on the type of the course. The longer the course is the higher the cost will be, due to the size of the study pack and the nature of the qualification.

All prices are clearly stated on the course description page and will always be displayed prior to you committing to purchase a course.

Please note that there may be additional fees required should your course have an external assessment, such as A Levels, ICB qualifications etc. To clarify, please speak to a course advisor.

What support will I receive?

You will be allocated your own personal tutor who can be contacted via e-mail, telephone, fax or post for help and advice on any aspect of the course.

Many courses require that you submit work to your tutor during the period of study and your tutor will assess your work and pass comments back to you. Your tutor is available to you as much as you need them.

Please be aware that officially the tutor support provided with the course is for a period of 12 months, although if you need longer let us know and we’ll endeavour to extend that.

Will I have to sit an examination?

All of our courses are accredited, so you need to show that you have acquired the knowledge to pass the course – this may involve sitting an examination, but it depends on the course you have chosen.

Some courses require you to be continually assessed throughout the course, while others may require an end of course exam or assignment (which may be completed at home) to be submitted to your tutor.

Certain types of qualifications, A-levels and GCSEs for example, do require you to sit an invigilated exams at a registered test centre. You will need to organise and pay for the examinations yourself, however full details of what you need to do will be available from the centre who are delivering the qualification.

If in doubt, please email ‘support@nccresources.co.uk’, NCC can then discuss or put you in touch directly with the course provider.

Can I study from outside the UK?

Yes, there are no geographical limits to where you can study.

You just need to be aware that all tutors are based in the UK and work may need to be submitted to them via post, although in most cases e-mail can be used.

Where the course requires that you sit an invigilated exam at a test centre, there are many exam centres outside of the UK. However, we would advise that you check with us before purchasing one of these courses if you want to study from abroad.

Will I receive a qualification when I complete the course?

All of our courses are accredited and you will receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course.

For more information about this please see the section of the website that details how awarding bodies work and what the different types of qualifications are.

Can I take more than one course at a time?

Yes, you can take as many courses as your time allows. But we would recommend that you clearly evaluate how much time you can commit to your courses of study.

The good news is though that if your circumstances change you can always take a break and come back to your studies.

Additionally, discounts are available if you buy more than one course at the same time.

How long will it take for my work to be marked by my tutor?

Your work will be marked and feedback returned to you within 12 working days after submission. This is because our tutors are required to provide detailed, considered feedback to our learners that may take a while to formulate. We find that by working this way, our learners actually complete their course in less time, as they rarely need to submit an assignment more than twice.

Whilst it is possible to submit multiple assignments at the same time, we advise that our learners submit only one at a time. We want our learners to develop as they progress through their course, and find this is best achieved when a student embarks on a new module having taken into account tutor feedback from the previous submission.

Do I need any additional books or equipment to do my course?

No, we provide everything you need to pass your course.

How do I enrol?

Once you have chosen your course, you can either purchase the course online which will enrol you, or you can call our helpline on 0333 3445 690 who will sign you up for the course and arrange to have all your learning materials sent to you.

What if I’ve chosen the wrong course?

If, after receiving the course, you decide it isn’t the right course for you, you can simply return the goods within 14 days and we will send your money back in full for the majority of courses (excluding postage and packaging) or you can choose another course that you feel would suit your needs and ambitions better.

What is the difference between the online and paper versions of courses?

Our online courses are completed through our online learning system after receiving login and access instructions. You will not receive any course materials through the post. The paper based version is posted out in a binder to your home or place of work and requires completion of a portfolio of work that is submitted to your tutor for marking.

Where can I find your Equality and Diversity Policy?

All NCC policies and procedures can be provided on request from NCC directly by emailing enquiries@ncchomelearning.co.uk or calling 0333 3445 690.