Grading of the qualification
i. The Practical Exam has to achieve at least a pass grade of 50%.
ii. The Theory Paper has to achieve at least a pass grade of 50%.
iii. The Theory grade will be combined with the Practical grade to achieve an overall three grade that students may achieve:
Pass Grade – 60% to 74%
Credit Grade – 75% to 84%
Distinction Grade – 85% and above
iv. If a student is unsuccessful in any area, they will be expected to re-sit only the area where they have not achieved a pass grade, to which they will be referred. Referrals should be completed within 6 months of the original examination. Extensions to this time-frame must be applied for in writing. | 
