Personal and Social Development Qualification (PSD)
Entry Levels 1, 2 & 3 and Levels 1 & 2
The PSD qualifications are currently being re-submitted to Ofqual for their approval to be extended and continue for another four or five years.
What is it?
The Personal and Social Development Qualification (PSD) offers imaginative ways of supporting young people in:
- Becoming confident individuals who are physically, emotionally and socially healthy
- Being responsible citizens who make a positive contribution to society and embrace change
- Managing risk together with their own wellbeing
as well as introducing them to new activities and personal challenges.
Who is it for?
PSD at Entry 1, 2 and 3 is usedby students 14+ and adults in the Foundation Learning stage of their development. These qualifications play a major role in contributing to Foundation Learning programmes, as well as rewarding achievement in the non-formal sector. For further information on Foundation Learning programmes, click here.
The Level 1 qualification described here is also approved to use within the Foundation Learning programmes.
PSD Levels 1 & 2 is used by mainstream establishments for students aged 14 – 19, and also for adults. These qualifications also play a major role in rewarding achievement within the non-formal sector.
Assessment process:
- Internal assessment and moderation
- Candidate names submitted to ASDAN
- ASDAN sample the submission
- External postal moderation
The Qualifications offer:
- Nationally recognised certification for Levels 1 and 2
- Accreditation for existing PSHE and PSD activities
- Opportunities to include activities both inside and outside of school and in non-formal situations
- 100% coursework and postal moderation
PSD's contribution to School/College Performance Tables
Entry Level points:
| Entry 1 Award |
5 points |
| Entry 1 Certificate | 10 points |
| Entry 2 Award | 12 points |
| Entry 2 Certificate | 24 points |
| Entry 3 Award | 14 points |
| Entry 3 Certificate | 28 points |
Level 1 and 2 points:
| Level 1 Certificate | 25 points |
| Level 1 Award | 12.5 points |
| Level 2 Certificate | 46 points |
| Level 2 Award | 23 points |
How to achieve qualifications in Personal and Social Development
Publications
PSD student books are now available for all levels. Students receive a copy of the book as part of their candidate registration.
Please click on the covers to download sample pages from the student books:
Training
Practitioners must attend an introductory workshop in order to run PSD in their centre. Follow the links for details of workshops and to book online:
FAQ
Q: How much do PSD qualifications cost?
A: Click here to access the costs page, which features information about registration costs for the PSD qualifications. Please also take into account the annual centre registration fee if you are not yet registered with ASDAN.
Q: How can my centre start running PSD?
A: If you are not yet registered with ASDAN, your first step is to complete an Application for Centre Registration Form.
Current ASDAN centres need to ensure PSD is added to their centre's registration. To do this, please complete the Additional Networks registration form.
You must attend an introductory training workshop or arrange suitable ASDAN in-house training in order to run PSD in your centre.
Following registration, you will receive a welcome pack. This will include a Registration of Candidate Numbers (Can A) form, which you need to complete in order to receive your student books.
Secure Area for registered centres
Once your centre is registered with ASDAN for PSD, you can access further information and resources via the website's Secure Area.
It contains all relevant updates, essential documents, meeting information and resources, and enables you to:
- Download resources, including guidance and recording documents
- Register your qualification candidate numbers and names
- View updated moderation and support meeting dates
- Purchase materials from the online ASDAN catalogue
- Check the list of candidates registered from your centre
There is no limit to the number of people from a centre who can register for a Secure Area password.
You can register for a password online, by clicking here to access the request form.
Further information
If you would like to discuss the qualification or require further information, please contact Lynne Hanson or The Qualifications Admin Team at ASDAN on 0117 9548316 or email PSDinfo@asdan.org.uk.