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Learning Abbreviations

Sometimes when you read about learning and qualifications it can all seem really confusing when abbreviations are used - How much do you know about what these abbreviations mean?

Question 1.
GCSEs were first introduced in 1986 with the first exams in 1988 but what does GCSE stand for?
Question 2.
NVQs are work-related, competence based qualifications which reflect the skills and knowledge needed to do a job. What does NVQ stand for?
Question 3.
EMAs are available for 16-year-olds studying in England to help support young people who continue their education after GCSEs. What does EMA stand for?
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