Successful completion of a BTEC First Diploma could lead to entry onto a BTEC National Diploma in ICT, which is a Level 3 qualification. Timetable. Whilst studying the BTEC First Diploma you will attend 6 hours of lessons each week over a 2 year period.complete all designated units. ï achieve a minimum points score of 18 points for a First Certificate and 36 points for a First Diploma. achieve a pass grade for all designated units for a First Certificate and achieve a pass grade for units with a combined total of 300 guided learning hours for a First Diploma.