Access 1 and 2 qualifications are all about providing opportunities for candidates who require additional support for their learning. Access 1 and 2 are routes to learning. They are also qualifications with opportunities for progression - this may be to another qualification at the same level, or to the next level.
Qualifications at Access 1 and 2 levels are designed to be accessible to all candidates. Candidates can be given support and guidance from teaching staff and evidence can be gathered in a variety of ways. Teachers/lectures should make an assessment of individual candidate’s needs in order to make a judgement on how much support or direction a candidate needs and what type of evidence would be best. Throughout Access 1 and 2 candidates should undertake Units using their usual means of communication.