Qualifications in Facilities Management

New BIFM Qualifications

When BIFM became recognised as an Awarding Organisation by Ofqual in March 2008, it embarked on a project to review and redesign its qualifications.  This has resulted in the development of a new suite of qualifications in Facilities Management at Levels 4, 5 and 6 which have been accredited onto the Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF).

The QCF 

The QCF is the new framework for creating and accrediting qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The QCF recognises small steps of learning enabling learners to build up qualifications bit by bit.  It also helps learners achieve skills and qualifications that meet industry requirements. 

All qualifications in the QCF are built from small units of learning, with each unit and qualification having a credit value.  This credit value represents how much time it takes to complete - 1 credit represents 10 hours.  The level of the unit or qualifications shows how difficult it is.   

Within each level, there are three sizes of qualification: 

·                    Award (1 to 12 credits)

·                    Certificate (13 - 36 credits)

·                    Diploma (37 credits or more)

Benefits

·                    The new BIFM qualifications will offer increased flexibility by giving greater recognition of work based learning.

·                    They are designed to meet the needs of learners within the Facilities Management industry according to their role within their organisation.

·                    There will be more opportunities to undertake specific units relevant to their work role and accumulate credits towards the achievement of an award, certificate or diploma.

·                    It will be possible for a variety of assessment methods to be used, particularly where learners and employers are keen to use the learning within the occupational role to count towards their
evidence of achievement. 

·                    It will enable learners to complete units at a pace to suit their individual needs.

ILM Level 3 Qualifications in FM

In addition to the development of the BIFM Qualifications at Levels 4, 5 and 6, the ILM (Institute of Leadership and Management) in conjunction with BIFM developed Level 3 FM Qualifications which are available now.  These are ideal for those seeking a recognised FM qualification at the early stage of their career.   

ILM Level 3 Award in FM

BIFM Training achieved approved centre status to deliver this qualification in 2009 and to date over 200 candidates are undertaking the qualification with us. 
For further information on this qualification please click here  

BIFM Level 4 Qualifications

BIFM Training [Quadrilect Ltd] is a recognised centre for delivery of the BIFM Level 4 Qualifications in Facilities Management.

This level is designed to provide a thorough understanding of the facilities management industry for operational staff who have some experience, are middle managers or are responsible for a broad range of facilities management functions. 

Overview

Achievement of Level 4 Qualifications reflects the ability to identify and use relevant understanding, methods and skills to address problems that are well defined but complex and non-routine.

It includes taking responsibility for overall courses of action as well as exercising autonomy and judgement within fairly broad parameters. It also reflects understanding of different perspectives or approaches within an area of study or work. (Ofqual – Regulatory arrangements for the Qualifications and Credit Framework)

Delivery by BIFM Training [Quadrilect Ltd]

Learners will be asked to undertake a selection of both mandatory and optional units through attendance at our highly regarded face to face training programmes, online courses [where appropriate] and further reading with expert tutorial support throughout.

BIFM Membership

Existing BIFM members will be eligible for studying concession for the duration of their study (this concession will apply at renewal).  Learners who are not BIFM members will gain one year’s free studying membership with BIFM.  Thereafter, if still studying, they will be eligible for studying concession.  Achievement of the Level 4 Diploma plus requisite number of years experience will satisfy the entry requirements for BIFM Member grade.
Visit www.bifm.org.uk for further details

 

Managing Information Across Partners [MIAP]

 

This is a central Government database set up to:

 

·                     Introduce common data definitions to be used and shared by all organisations across the sector

·                     Create a UK Register of Learning Providers

·                     Introduce a Unique Learner Number for everyone in education and training, accessed through a web based Learner Registration Service

·                     Establish a mechanism for enabling learners to create their own records of participation and achievement, which they can share with advisers, providers and potential employers     

 

In the application process for the qualification we can arrange to apply for your Unique Learner Number.                

For further information please visit www.miap.gov.uk