Qualifications improve your chances; they do not gate the job. Level 3 is the most recognised.

Typical pay: £24,000 to £29,000Level 3 most recognisedOpen entry

Pay range: National Careers Service.

Your route in

Employers typically expect around L3

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Qualifications employers recognise (Level 3)

Any of these strengthens your application.

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Level 3

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