PCertLAM

Combining written and practical assessment, our Level 3 Certificate in Speech and Drama: Performance Studies (PCertLAM) allows learners to take their performance studies even further.
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About the PCertLAM

This qualification is for those learners who want to develop their skills, knowledge and understanding of preparing and performing a recital based around a theme. It is also a great option for learners who want to take their acting and performance studies further. 

It is comprised of two units, a written assessment (Unit One), in the form of a Portfolio of Evidence, and a practical element (Unit Two), in the form of a recital performance. 

After drawing together their research in the portfolio of evidence, learners are able to demonstrate their technical and interpretive skills as they perform the pieces chosen for their recital.

These exams are available online.

LAMDA is recognised to award qualifications on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in England by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual), in Wales by Qualifications Wales (QiW), and in Northern Ireland by the Council for the Curriculum, Examinations and Assessment (CCEA). 

What do the units involve? 

Type of exam: Solo 

A 5,000-6,000 written assignment called a Portfolio of Evidence. The Portfolio will document the process of preparing a recital, based around a theme of the learner’s own choice. The learner will perform this recital in Unit 2. Please see the syllabus for full details. 

Type of exam: Solo  

Time allowance: 60 minutes   

  • A recital consisting of four pieces and links (an introduction, linking statements and a conclusion). The recital must be the same recital detailed in the Portfolio of Evidence submitted for Unit 1.
  • Sight-reading a text.
  • Answer questions about the performance.

Please see the syllabus for full details.

Requirements

Full details of the requirements, assessment criteria and regulations can be found in the LAMDA Certificate in Speech and Drama: Performance Studies (PCertLAM) syllabus. 

Download the PCertLAM Syllabus PDF 209.51kb

    How to Book

    Before beginning your entry, please carefully read the instructions below.

    Learners may complete the units in any order, although we recommend that they are completed in sequential order. 

    The PCertLAM Application Form will need to be submitted for each unit entered. Find out more below.

    1. Submit the PCertLAM Application Form first, completing the sections for Unit 1. (Note: you may also submit for Unit 2 at the same time.)
    2. When you’re ready, send your Portfolio of Evidence (Microsoft Word and PDF versions) and an Assignment/Portfolio or Evidence Declaration Cover Sheet declaring authenticity of the learner’s work to [email protected]
    3. The LAMDA Exams Team will then create an examination event for you, which generates an invoice to be paid for your examination.

    Learners may submit their Unit 1 assignment at any time.

    Download the Declaration Cover Sheet DOC 166.00kb

    1. Submit the PCertLAM Application Form, completing the sections for Unit 2. (Note: this can be completed at the same time as you submit for Unit 1). 
    2. Once you've submitted your application form, you’ll then need to book your assessment via ExamTrack.
    3. As Unit 2 is a recital performance, learners will be assessed at a Public or Private Centre either in-person or remotely. 

    Results will be sent out within 6 weeks of the examination date.

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    You will need: 

    • LAMDA Level 3 Certificate in Speech and Drama: Performance Studies (PCertLAM) syllabus, with effect 01 August 2021
    • Assignment/Portfolio of Evidence Declaration Cover Sheet (available via the Download Centre)

    These might also be useful:

    • Teacher support material PCertLAM
    • Knowledge Matters Volume 3

    Download the syllabus, Teacher Support Materials and registration forms for this examination for free on our Download Centre.

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