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Introducing City & Guilds Technicals New Generation

A new era of Technical Occupational Qualifications

City & Guilds Technicals New Generation are our reformed level 2 and level 3 qualifications designed to equip learners with the skills to meet the needs of tomorrow’s workforce. Built on the same national occupational standards as apprenticeship standards, they combine the best of what educators and employers love about technical qualifications with a modern, flexible approach to teaching and assessment.


These qualifications are more than just a new suite - they’re a new standard.

Why Choose City & Guilds Technicals New Generation qualifications?

We’ve taken everything our customers value: practical learning, real-world relevance, and trusted support, and evolved it into a suite of qualifications that’s:

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  • Mapped to national occupational standards: aligned with industry needs and apprenticeship pathways
  • Free from fixed exam dates: no more teaching to the test
  • Holistically assessed: synoptic practical assessment and online theory testing
  • Streamlined for tutors: less marking, no moderation, and more time to teach
  • Designed for flexibility: co-deliver to full-time learners and apprentices in the same classroom
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Built to enhance teaching. Designed to improve learner outcomes.

With Technicals New Generation, we’re going back to our roots, bringing together the best of vocational and technical education in a way that:

  • Supports engaging, hands-on learning
  • Reduces the burden of assessment
  • Encourages learner confidence and progression
  • Reflects the latest industry expectations
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Support you can count on

City & Guilds is your strategic partner through qualification reform. We offer:

  • Detailed specifications and purpose statements
  • Curriculum planning and webinars
  • Sector-specific guidance
  • On-demand training and expert support
  • Assessment and internal verification resources

Who are these qualifications for?

Providers looking for flexible, reform-ready qualifications that support curriculum planning and delivery. These qualifications can be delivered as part of a full-time study programme or as standalone qualifications.

Level 2 is ideal for:

  • Learners aged 16-18 seeking a fully funded course to enter skilled employment
  • Those looking for a pathway to progress onto an apprenticeship or further technical study (e.g. T Levels or level 3 qualifications) 

Level 3 is ideal for:

  • Adults aged 19+ seeking a fully funded course to enter skilled employment, career change or get back into work
  • Those progressing to level 4 apprenticeships or further technical study

What’s Launching in 2025?
Starting from September 2025, we’re rolling out Technicals New Generation qualifications in cycles across 11 key sectors:

Plan with confidence

Whether you're a curriculum manager, tutor, or training provider, we’re here to help you deliver qualifications that are future-ready, flexible, and focused on outcomes.

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