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Here you’ll find all the key information and resources for exam officers and tutors in colleges and other institutions offering City & Guilds Technical Qualifications.

Welcome to the City & Guilds VTQ Information Hub for 2024-25. Find news, key dates, resources, and support for T Levels, Technicals, and Extended Project Qualifications.

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Prior to starting his City and Guilds apprenticeship Phil was a community-based mental health support for SYHA’s Take Notice Service.

We visited Middlesbrough College who have been delivering the Onsite Construction and Building Services Engineering T Levels since 2021 and have since added more T Levels to their curriculum.

From 17th May 2019 we will no longer be on the register of end-point assessment organisations for this standard. Centres will not be able to apply to deliver EPA with us or make new registrations.

From 17th May 2019 we will no longer be on the register of end-point assessment organisations for this standard. Centres will not be able to apply to deliver EPA with us or make new registrations.

Early Years Practitioners work in a range of private and public settings to deliver the Early Years  Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements set by government for the learning, development and care of children from birth to 5 in both indoor and outdoor environments. The broad purpose of the occ

Focussing on the practical skills and knowledge involved in the manufacturing process, the learner will be assessed in the workplace and on completion of this qualification will be well placed to work on a variety of manufacturing operations within their chosen industry.  .

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Our quality assurance model, Supporting Customer Excellence (SCE), has been developed to give you a robust yet flexible approach to quality assurance.

Stay updated with VTQ Communications for the latest on Technicals, T Levels, EPQ, newsletters, exam updates, and timely results for the 2024/25 academic year.

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9673-02/11 will close for registrations on 31 December 2026.   New apprentices should be registered on 9673-22 for the latest version of the standard. The Level 2 apprenticeship standard for the Property Maintenance Operative  is designed for apprentices in property maintenance roles

9078-31: (V1.4 of the assessment plan. All learners with an ILR start date of 19/08/2023 onwards should be registered on this version). Registrations, EPA bookings and assessments available July 2024.  We are now approved as an EPAO for the main trade standards in Construction includ

9077-12 : On Programme Live. Registrations - open. EPA bookings and first assessments available. 9077-22: On Programme, Registrations, EPA bookings and first assessments available end of June 2024 We are now approved as an EPAO for the main trade standards in Construction including Carpe

9086-12: Registrations - open. EPA bookings and first assessments available. 9086-21: Registrations, EPA bookings and first assessments live November 2024 9086-21 (v2.2) Registrations, EPA bookings and first assessments live April 2026 9086-21 Level 2 End-point Assessment Plasterer (Solid) W

From 17th May 2019 we will no longer be on the register of end-point assessment organisations for this standard. Centres will not be able to apply to deliver EPA with us or make new registrations.

9080-12: Registrations - open. EPA bookings and first assessments available. 9080-21: Registrations, EPA bookings and first assessments available.  9080-31: Registrations, EPA bookings and first assessments are open from 31st March 2025.  The Skills test now lasts 14 hours over 2 days. Al

From 17th May 2019 we will no longer be on the register of end-point assessment organisations for this standard. Centres will not be able to apply to deliver EPA with us or make new registrations.

9177-12 (v1.2 of the assessment plan) Registrations, EPA bookings and first assessments live March 2026   9177-12: (V.1.1 of the assessment plan).  Registrations, EPA bookings and assessments available September 2025 - Level 3 Craft Bricklayer End point Assessment qualifications and t

On the 3rd November 2025, our (9186-12) Craft Plasterer (Solid) End-point Assessment for ST1385/AP1.0 was opened on EPA Pro. This is the latest version of the existing standard.  The development of this standard aligns with our commitment to the construction industry and the development of high

Open for registrations  First bookings: from 1st April 2021 First assessments: from 1st May 2021 The Lead Practitioner in Adult Care will guide and inspire team members to make positive differences to someone’s life when they are faced with physical, practical, social, emotional, psycho

The Leader in Adult Care will guide and inspire teams to make positive differences to someone’s life when they are faced with physical, practical, social, emotional, psychological or intellectual challenges. They will be a leader of the care team and will develop and implement a values-based c

The adult care worker role is a key element of adult care and support provision.  Adult care workers work directly with users of services in a range of care and support settings including day care, residential care, dementia services, learning disabilities services and also in individuals&rsquo

The lead adult care worker role is crucial to high quality adult care and support provision. Lead adult care workers work directly with users of services in a range of care and support settings including day care, residential care, dementia services, learning disabilities services and also in indivi

The Dental Nurse role is a key element of the dental care professionals team and complements the role of other members of the dental team. One of the primary roles is to provide chairside support to dental professionals and deliver a high level of patient care. Dental nurses may work in a variety of

Learn about the City & Guilds e-certificates offer for centres - available to all centres with a Walled Garden account. Includes answers to frequently asked questions.

Forget June-December exam cycles, save time and money, and receive instant feedback and exam results with e-volve.

Walled Garden is a free online administration service. It has been especially developed to enable City & Guilds approved centres to carry out a range of day-to-day functions quickly and efficiently via the internet.

Documents for the on-programme qualifications can now be found on the 9628 webpage. The level 3 and 4 Digital Industries Apprenticeships are designed for apprentices in looking for a career in specific digital roles. Digital Industries Apprentices will show excellent skills and understanding of the

Bookings from 1 May 2022 and first assessments from 1 June 2022. The Level 3 Information Communication Technician (ICT) apprenticeship is designed for apprentices looking for a career in the operation of IT and/or telecommunications systems, including hardware and software. There are three pathwa

This EPA is for the revised Digital Support Technician standard (ST0120 v1.1). For centres with apprentices intending to take EPA for the previous version of this standard (ST0120 v1.0), please go to the 9700 webpage. The Level 3 Digital Support Technician Apprenticeship is designed for apprentices

Coming Soon:  This EPA is for the Level 3 Software Development Technician Apprenticeship (ST0128) The Level 3 Software Development Technician Apprenticeship is designed for apprentices looking for a career in software development within the Digital sector. To deliver this EPA you will need q

9610-12 Multi-channel Marketer EPA   This EPA is for the Level 3 Multi-channel Marketer Apprenticeship (ST1031). At current, we offer provision for versions 1.0 and 1.1.   The level 3 Multi-channel Marketer Apprenticeship is designed for an apprentice who is looking fo

Coming Soon: This EPA is for the Level 4 Business Analyst Apprenticeship (ST0117). The Level 4 Business Analyst Apprenticeship is designed for apprentices looking for a career in business analysis within the Digital sector. To deliver this EPA you will need qualified tutors & assessors and sui

LARS number 619 Fighting cyber security threats is a multi-billion-pound industry, and one that continues to grow as threats from the likes of malware, ransomware, phishing, DDoS attacks and hacking increase.  Organisations both large and small are turning to cyber security professionals to h

This EPA is for the revised Data Technician standard (ST0791 v1.1). For centres with apprentices intending to take EPA for the previous version of this standard (ST0791 v1.0), please go to the 9665 webpage. The Level 3 Data Technician Apprenticeship is designed for those looking for a career in rol

This EPA is for the previous version of the Digital Support Technician standard (ST0120 v1.0). For centres with apprentices intending to take EPA for the revised version of this standard (ST0120 v1.1), please go to the 9703 webpage. The Level 3 Digital Support Technician Apprenticeship is designed

This EPA is for the revised Data Technician standard (ST0791 v1.1). For centres with apprentices intending to take EPA for the previous version of this standard (ST0791 v1.0), please go to the 9675 webpage. The Level 3 Data Technician Apprenticeship is designed for those looking for a career in ro

Open for registrations.  Bookings from 1 May 2022 and first assessments from 1 June 2022. The Level 4 Software Developer apprenticeship is designed for apprentices looking for a career in the designing, building and testing of high-quality code solutions to best meet clients’ objectives.

The Level 4 Network Engineer apprenticeship is designed for apprentices looking for a career in the design, installation, maintenance and support of digital networks within and between organisations. Network Engineers maintain high levels of operation of communication networks in order to provide ma

Registrations from 9th July 2021, bookings from 1 May 2022 and first assessments from 1 June 2022. The level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship is designed for apprentices looking for a career in data analytical roles. Data Analysts manage, abstract, cleanse and combine data, and undertake a range of an

The level 3 apprenticeship standard for the Business administrator is designed for apprentices in administrative roles. Business administrators show excellent administrative skills and behaviours as well as strong product and/or service knowledge. They provide service in line with business administr

Registrations: from 07/11/2018 Open for EPA Bookings: from May 2019 The Level 3 apprenticeship standard for the Customer Service Specialist is designed for apprentices in customer service roles. Customer Service Specialist need to demonstrate excellent customer service skills and behaviours as wel

From 31 December 2026 City & Guilds will no longer offer this End Point Assessment.  Please be aware of the following dates: Last available booking date - 28 February 2027 Last assessment date (1st attempt) - 15 May 2027 Last certification date - 31 July 2027 The level 3 apprenticeship st

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI). Quicker and more reliable, Reduction of errors, no more forms to fill in. Learn more.

The Level 2 apprenticeship standard for the Customer Service Practitioner is designed for apprentices in customer service roles. Customer Service Practitioners need to demonstrate excellent customer service skills and behaviors as well as strong product and/or service knowledge. They provide servic

The Level 2 Barbering Professional Apprenticeship is designed for an apprentice who is looking for a career in Barbering. Barbering Professional Apprenticeship enables the apprentice to provide practical skills and knowledge which is personalised to client requirements whilst providing outstanding s

7002-52 and 53 assess against apprenticeship standard ST0213 Hairdressing Professional version 1.1 which has now closed.  Please register on 9036 Hairdressing Professional for version 1.2 of this standard, or 9037 for ST1273 Barbering Professional version 1. The Level 2 Diploma

The Level 2 Hairdressing Professional Apprenticeship is designed for an apprentice who is looking for a career in Hairdressing. Hairdressing Professional Apprenticeship enables the apprentice to provide practical skills and knowledge which is personalised to client requirements whilst providing outs

Open for first registrations and bookings from 30 April 2021 Advanced and Creative Hair Professionals are creative, passionate, and driven professionals who work without supervision, managing themselves and others when required. They provide a quality service, whilst working to the highest standard

Registrations: from 17 September Bookings: from January 2022 First assessments: from April 2022 A Vehicle Damage Paint Technician works in the vehicle body repair sector of the motor industry. The role is to prepare, spray and finish vehicles that have been involved in coll

9304-12 Version 1.0: Registrations Open, EPA bookings and assessments available  9304-22 Version 1.1: Registrations Open, EPA bookings and assessments available 9304-32 Version 1.3: Registrations, EPA bookings and assessments available January 2026 This level 2 apprenticeship standard is aimed

The level 3 apprenticeship standard for Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician is aimed at learners who would like to become Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technicians. A Heavy Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician inspects and repairs heavy vehicles, categorised by the Departm

Please note: Vehicle Damage MET technician End point assessment (9323-12). EPA bookings and assessments are now open for registrations for 9323-12 v1.3 A Vehicle Damage Mechanical, Electrical and Trim Technician works in the vehicle body repair sector of the motor industry. The role is to identify

9322-12 Version 1.2: Registrations Open, EPA bookings and assessments available 9322-13 Version 1.3: Registrations, EPA bookings and assessments available on 29th September 2025 A Vehicle Damage Panel Technician works within the Collision Repair workshop, demonstrating expert working knowledge i

The level 3 apprenticeship standard for Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician (Light Vehicle) is aimed at learners who would like to become Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technicians (Light Vehicle). A Motor Vehicle Technician services and repairs light vehicles such as cars and va

To gain an overview of the EPA our Technical Advisor Simon Quince hosted a webinar in September 2025 to outline the content and the support available to you. A recording of the webinar can be found here.  The Level 3 Gas Engineering Apprenticeship is designed for an apprentice who is

9074-03 On Programme Live   9074-12 EPA  Live This apprenticeship is designed by key employers in the Gas industry and is one of the 'trailblazer apprenticeships'.  It provides the skills and underpinning knowledge for both basic and advanced gas systems and includes an end-test

Important Information: A revised version of this standard is now available. It replaces the version 1.1 for new starts from 1 October 2024. For further information on this revision please see link.    This apprenticeship is designed by key employers in the refrigeration, air-conditioning a

We recently held a further webinar on the release of the remaining pathways, as well as the Matters of Gas Safety - please see further information here (link ‘here’ to Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician standard webinar: recording now available) To gain an overview of the EPA o

This level 2 apprenticeship standard is aimed at learners who would like to become rail engineering operatives. A rail engineering operative provides support to rail technicians and engineers working on the safe construction, installation, maintenance and renewal of the railways to provide a safe an

The Manufacturing Industry offers an exciting and varied career both in the UK & abroad providing a broad spectrum of opportunities for people to work in a technically advanced and innovative environment.  Businesses within the sector range from small family run manufacturing operation

The Manufacturing Industry offers an exciting and varied career both in the UK & abroad providing a broad spectrum of opportunities for people to work in a technically advanced and innovative environment.  Businesses within the sector range from small family run manufacturing operation

The Level 3 9273 Machining Technician apprenticeship is designed for apprentices looking for a career in Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering.  Machining Technicians Apprentices will show excellent skills and understanding within their chosen area as well as behaviours to deliver strong produ

The level 3 Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship is designed for apprentices looking for a career in engineering. Maintenance Operations Engineering Technician Apprentices will show excellent skills and understanding within their chosen area, as well as the behaviours to

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Interested in delivering T Levels? Construction and Building Service Engineering T Levels from September 2021 (England only). Learn more.

Find out more about funding and grants available for the government apprenticeship standards administered by City & Guilds and apprenticeship levy.

City & Guilds and ILM have developed the T Level Technical Qualification (TQ) in Management and Administration available for first teaching from September 2022 in England only.

We are developing the T Level Technical Qualifications (TQs) in the two pathways within the Agriculture, Environmental and Animal Care route, with first teaching Agriculture, Land Management and Production from September 2023 and Animal Care and Management from September 2024.

City & Guilds has developed a wide range of qualifications in International English. We're no longer accepting International ESOL (IESOL) and Spoken ESOL (ISESOL) certificates.

Want to deliver Engineering and Manufacturing T Levels? From September 2022, City & Guilds will offer these T Levels. Learn more.

At City & Guilds, we're committed to supporting providers, employers, and learners throughout the entire skills development journey. Our dedicated customer teams provide guidance on everything from training planning and delivery to exploring tailored skills development solutions.

All you need to know about City & Guilds examinations & administration in one place. The exams & admin section includes the latest technical qualifications exam timetable.

This guidance is designed to help candidates, teachers and assessors to complete NEAs, coursework and other internal assessments successfully. These assessments give candidate the chance to demonstrate skills which cannot be assessed in exams.

Explore skills challenges and emerging needs in critical UK sectors with the Future Skills podcast by City & Guilds and FE News. Share your views with us.

How working with the Ministry of Education and local educators has allowed City & Guilds to support young learners .

How do I become a City & Guilds approved centre? How do I apply for a replacement certificate on behalf of a learner? Using the City & Guilds logo. Find out more.

How BuildSkill are using years of bricklaying training experience to build the future of the construction industry.

Help for learners. How do I apply for a replacement certificate? How do I amend my personal details on a certificate? How do I find a City & Guilds approved centre near me? Learn more.

Discover how Exeter College’s T Level in Engineering and Manufacturing prepares students for automotive careers through hands-on training and industry placements.

Pennine Labels reach new digital heights with apprentice success.

New College Durham celebrates the UK’s first Autocare EPA success as four apprentices pass despite Covid-19 challenges, showcasing resilience and skill.

View and download key documents for the Hairdressing sector from City & Guilds, including network presentations, need to know documents and more.

We visited Oldham College who have been delivering the Building Services Engineering T Level since 2021 and have since added more T Levels to their curriculum.

How York College and City & Guilds are setting students up for future career success

From unrivalled technical and personal EPA support from our dedicated team to on-programme resources and assessment preparation for EPA – our high-quality support and assessment resources give apprentices the confidence to succeed.

As a key part of the evolution of our end-point assessment service delivery we’re introducing our EPA platform called Proficient at City & Guilds.

E-learning programme for Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, created by City & Guilds and Electude, an automotive e-learning company.

This qualification assesses the intermediate and advanced level craft skills of those designing and creating leather bridles, harnesses and saddles. This qualification forms part of the apprenticeship framework for Fashion and Textiles (Saddlery).

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Focussing upon the fundamental practical skills in horticulture, the learner will be able to learn skills such as planting out, preparing ground, pruning, using a mower, maintaining turf or constructing a path.

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The Higher Diploma in Professional Floristry can help you gain the skills you need to run your own floristry business. You'll develop your floristry knowledge and develop important business and management skills to help you in your floristry career.

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