How many guided learning hours (glh) are needed to bring candidates up to an appropriate level?
For all mode qualifications (Speaking and Listening, Reading, Writing), the number of guided learning hours will vary according to individual candidate need and should be determined through initial and formative assessment. Where the qualification is used with pre-16 learners, a figure of 120-140 glh is given as guidance to support curriculum planning. For single mode qualifications (Speaking and Listening), the number of guided learning hours will vary according to individual candidate need and should be determined through initial and formative assessment. Where the qualification is used with pre-16 learners, a figure of 60-70 glh is given as guidance to support curriculum planning.
