consideration will be applied for if the examination missed is in the terminal series and the minimum requirements for enhanced grading in cases of acceptable absence can be met. (SC 4) For unitised examinations taken in an examination series prior to certification, candidates must be re -entered for any missed units at the next assessment opportunity. Unless there are difficulties arising, e.g. group performances which cannot be repeated, special consideration will not be awarded. (SC 4)
Other issues
Where other issues or problems affect a candidate or a group of candidates, special consideration will be explored in
A guide to the special consideration
process
and applied for where eligible. This may include, for example:
Other certification (SC 5)
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• Coursework/non-examination assessment extensions (SC 5)
• Shortfall in work (coursework/non-examination assessment) (SC 5)
• Lost or damaged work (non -examination assessment components) (SC 5)
• Candidates taking an incorrect or defective question paper (SC 5)
• Candidates undertaking the wrong controlled assessment or non - examination assessment assignment (SC 5)
Additional issues: Where a candidate may be eligible for special consideration (a post- assessment adjustment) in a vocational qualification, SCL Education & Training will follow A guide to special consideration (7)and awarding body guidance to determine if, when and how an adjustment can be applied for.
Processing applications for special consideration
The role of the head of centre
• Ensure all eligible applications are supported by appropriate evidence signed by a member of the senior leadership team (SC 6)
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