COPE is a new Post 16 Qualification awarded by CEA.  It is worth 70 UCAS points and recognized on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF).  It provides a framework for the development, assessment and accreditation of skills through enrichment activities. 

The skills developed through the course programme are: Communication, Planning and Carrying Out Research, Giving a presentation, Working With Others, Improving Own Learning and Performance, Problem Solving, Action Planning, Evaluating and Confidence Building.

Assessment is 100% portfolio based. 

COPE enables students to:

·         Develop and demonstrate a range of personal, key and employability skills leading to personal effectiveness;

·         Broaden experience and manage learning through enrichment activities;

·         Receive formal recognition and accreditation for the above.