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What is the Foundation Learning Tier (FLT)?
Entry and Level 1 of the Qualification and Credit Framework (QCF) is described as the Foundation Learning Tier. To improve the experience of learners at this level and raise participation, achievement and progression, the Qualification and Curriculum Authority (QCA) and the Learning and Skills Council (LSC) have been remitted by the government to develop a more focused and strategic approach to Entry Level and Level 1 provision. This reform is aimed at all learners over the age of 14 working below Level 2, including for example: 14 to 19 year-olds adults with skills gaps adults or young people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities. By 2010 a suite of Progression Pathways made up of credit-based qualifications and units from the QCF will be in place with clear progression routes through Entry and Level 1 to Level 2. For further information http://qfr.lsc.gov.uk/flt/ and http://www.qca.org.uk/qca_8153.aspx
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