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Business Extended Certificate Level 2

at West Suffolk College, Bury St. Edmunds · college

Level 2Applied and BTECEdexcel First Extended Certificate (2012 onwards)1 yearFull time

What the college says

The Business Extended Certificate Level 2will inspire you to pursue a career in business, giving you a broad knowledge of business topics. While youre here, we will give you advice and guidance about the many careers in business, and the attributes youll need to be successful.This qualification will give you a strong foundation, providing you with a pathway for further study, supporting your progression to a more specialised Level 3 Business course. Youll have the chance to study two additional qualifications, the Level 3 Emergency First Aid in the Workplace and the Certificate in World Host Customer Services.Youll have the opportunity to develop and apply many personal skills while studying this course, including ownership; resilience; confidence and ambition.This course is sponsored by Javelin, an award-winning clothing boutique in Bury St Edmunds. Javelin will provide you with a visual merchandising masterclass and work experience.

What you need to get on

Four GCSEs Grade D (3) or above, including maths or English at Grade D (3). However, this course offers flexibility on the outcome of a personal interview and selection process with the curriculum staff.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • West Suffolk College

    Out Risbygate, BURY ST EDMUNDS, IP33 3RL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · BURY ST EDMUNDS

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