Last updated 16th September 2005
by Helen Nichols
Version 2 website
Launch 22nd October 2001

• A policy for key skills entitlement
• A strategic and operational plan that delivers the entitlement
• Clear the responsibility and authority within the senior management structure
• Sufficient and appropriate resources
• Staff with key skills knowledge and competence
• Time allocated for teams to plan
• Clear allocation of responsibilities within teams
• A quality assurance system that standardises across programmes
• Informed involvement of tutorial and support staff
• Staff development focused on key skills
• An initial assessment system that takes account Key skill demands and abilities
• Additional support, which can meet students key skill needs
• A clear line of communication to and from the awarding body
• Marketing to students and parents