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Learn more about City & Guilds and our drive to build successful careers and businesses for over 140 years in the industry

Keep up-to-date about vocational events run by City & Guilds including apprenticeships, qualifications and T Levels plus much more. Learn more

The skills gap is costing UK businesses £2 billion. Close the gap with City & Guilds. No one is better qualified to upskill your workforce.

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City & Guilds transforms the lives of people in more than 80 countries, by helping to build businesses and economies

Discover City & Guilds qualifications, apprenticeships, digital learning platforms and skills solutions. Explore training, workforce development and sector-specific support for providers, employers and learners.

Learn about digital credentials - helping you see all skills. Join 1000s of organisations who are using digital credentials to revolutionise how they see skills.

These pages provide you with help & guidance, covering all aspects of delivering & administering City & Guilds qualifications, including how to contact us.

Need help with something? From replacement certificates to how to become a City & Guilds centre and much more, find your answer here.

Every organisation is unique, and so are your goals. High-quality, relevant and tailored training is key to remaining competitive, and recognising skills will set your business apart – making you fit for the future.

T Levels are level 3 technical qualifications that sit alongside apprenticeships and A Levels within a reformed skills training system. Find out more about these reforms and how City & Guilds can help.

Explore City & Guilds range of apprenticeships and options to gain recognised qualifications and improve the sustainable skills of your employees.

City & Guilds Technicals for 14-19 year olds is a new approach to skills-based education, designed to bridge the gap between education and employment

On this page you can find the latest podcasts from City & Guilds. We talk to colleagues, employers and training providers to give you a better insight of the work we do across different industries.

We are committed to contributing to the communities we work in and acting as a responsible, ethical and accountable organisation in all areas of how we work.

We offer a wide range of vocational qualifications and apprenticeships, from Beauty Therapy to Balloon Artistry, Construction to Conservation and Technology to Tourism. Use the filters below to view our UK qualifications, international qualifications and apprenticeships.

Our local teams provide support, advice & guidance on our qualifications & services. Find details of City & Guilds offices in Scotland, Wales, N. Ireland & Ireland.

We value each other and we embody our City & Guilds culture through living our values in everything that we do.

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How skills development and vocational education change lives and support career success

City & Guilds is committed to net zero. Striving for a 50% emission reduction by 2030 and environmentally responsible operations for net zero by 2040.

Everything we do supports people into work, helps them develop on the job and move into the next job. And we understand the positive impact skills development has on personal achievement, organisational success and national productivity.

In the Middle East and North Africa, we help meet local demand and fulfil our mission to develop individuals, institutions and countries through education.

City & Guilds have operated in Ireland since 1901, with a permanent office in Dublin from 2002. We operate in more than 80 countries in total.

City & Guilds is committed to improving inclusion and diversity within the way we work and how we deliver our purpose, which is to help people and organisations develop the skills they need for growth.

We offer vocational qualifications, accreditation and consultancy to governments, training centres and education providers throughout the Pacific region

We can help employers achieve growth targets and deliver business value by improving staff skillsets and motivating their workforce

Hair and Beauty is one of the most sought-after skillsets around the world. Our portfolio includes over 15 international Hair and Beauty qualifications

In South Asia, we help meet local demand and fulfil our mission to develop individuals, institutions and countries through education

City & Guilds offers over 60 vocational qualifications in 13 industry sectors in India to help upskill the country’s vast young workforce

City & Guilds has been working with 18 governments around the world to support the development and enhancement of national vocational education systems

ILM provides international leadership and management qualifications as well as recognition programmes for training providers and employers

Get in touch with the Business Development team of the City & Guilds office in your country or region to discuss adding qualifications to your portfolio

We offer vocational and leadership qualifications as well as training services to centres and education providers in 15 countries in sub-saharan Africa

We offer a portfolio of internationally recognised qualifications and services to our customers in the Caribbean and the Americas

A City & Guilds approved centre is a local education provider, authorised to deliver and assess our qualifications. It helps your business attract learners

We help learners from around the globe progress directly into hospitality and catering jobs, or into more senior positions within their industry

Our Work Ready short courses are designed to help people get jobs by delivering workplace skills that can be studied alongside vocational qualifications

Our international Engineering portfolio is one of the most comprehensive on the market. The qualifications are designed to meet a global need for engineers

Read inspiring City & Guilds International Case Studies transforming the lives of people in more than 80 countries.

We offer vocational qualifications, accreditation and consultancy to training providers, employers and governments throughout the ASEAN region.

Discover the City & Guilds offer for employers. Explore how we can help provide tailored solutions, consultancy and our assured service.

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.

Discover the City & Guilds offer for learners. Explore our courses and qualifications, including apprenticeships, and learn about our learner awards.

Discover the City & Guilds offer for learners. Explore our courses and qualifications, including apprenticeships, and learn about our learner awards.

At City & Guilds, we develop programmes of learning, learning technology, certification & assessment, to support colleges, training providers & governments.

We work with 120+ prisons supporting 60,000+ learners a year. City & Guilds is the exclusive qualifications provider in English prisons – see how you can work with us.

Discover our certificates & digital credentials recognising learner achievements. Explore accreditation options for City & Guilds qualifications.

City & Guilds have all the support and expertise you need to get the most out of our digital solutions.

Explore the 10 sectors we work across at City & Guilds, from construction and engineering to health care and hair & beauty. Discover qualifications, apprenticeships, digital learning and workforce solutions to help people and organisations thrive.

Become a City & Guilds centre. Learn how to gain approval and deliver recognised qualifications and apprenticeships with full support and guidance.

A range of Environmental Awareness and Sustainability funded units and short qualifications are available now, and a number of our qualifications have sustainability units embedded into them.

Discover how digital credentials can help you capture and share skills online with peers, employers, and customers. Get started with our comprehensive support hub.

Hear how digital credentials have helped the centres and employers who have used City & Guilds and ILM digital credentials

Introducing our digital credentials issued to learners who have successfully completed their Functional Skills qualifications, allowing them to share their achievements online, with City & Guilds.

With over 800 qualifications (Awards, Certificates and Diplomas) - from Entry Level to Level 3 being funded by the Adult Education Budget (AEB), our Adult Skills courses provide a great stepping-stone for gaining future relevant skills

We review our prices every year as part of the annual review of our products and services.

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.

Current government policy states that future funding for skills will be based on principles of 'fairness', 'shared responsibility' and 'greater freedoms'.

Find out how easy we work with centres and the supporting their development.

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

Everything you need to know to be able to start offering City & Guilds qualifications (new centres) or to add new qualifications to your portfolio (existing centres).

Support adult learners and NEET young people into employment with delivery guides combining short courses, qualifications and employability units.

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.

Our quality teams are based across our regional offices and support our approved centres with all aspects of quality assurance.

Learn how City & Guilds businesses handle personal data to improve services, ensure legal compliance, and support lifelong learning and skills development.

Help and support for City & Guilds learners (current, past and potential). Find the help you need, including how to request a replacement certificate or amend a certificate.

Find out about Sitecore Digital Marketing System, analytics, social media and Facebook Pixel in regard to website cookie use. Learn more.

Read the City & Guilds Privacy Policy which sets out how we'll treat the personal data you provide to us in compliance with applicable data protection law.

Find out about City & Guilds, including our terms of website use. Learn more.

Help for Centres. Find out how to become approved; how to request replacement certificates; how to reset your Walled Garden password. Learn more.

Find out how to contact City & Guilds if you're a centre, employer or learner. Find our main email and postal addresses, telephone numbers and contact forms.

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Learn how to amend or replace City & Guilds certificates, including required documents, application steps, and timelines for learners and centres.

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Learn how to set up multifactor authentication for secure access to City & Guilds and ILM platforms using Microsoft or Google Authenticator apps.

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The City & Guilds T Level foundation year is a full-time one-year study programme developed in conjunction with T Level providers to support progression onto a T Level.

Here you’ll find a range of teaching, learning and planning resources for tutors as well as information and support regarding approval, quality assurance, registration, bookings, timelines, fees and communications for all staff.

Please find below some frequently asked questions and their answers, which will help you understand some of the technical qualifications development, delivery, industry placements, and T Levels funding.

Find answers to common questions about using the City & Guilds Moderation Portal, including login help, account setup, file uploads, and qualification access.

T Levels are a two-year programme choice that follows GCSEs and could give you a head start towards the career you want.

How do employers get involved in T Levels/industry placements? Ready to join Employer Industry Board? Find out more.

Explore T Level success stories from learners, providers, and employers, highlighting delivery, placements, and the real-world impact of technical education.

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.

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

Building digital skills for the future. Preparing occupational digital apprenticeships End-Point for Assessment success. Learn more.

Keep up-to date with the latest City & Guilds T Levels events.

Catering skills for the future. Preparing occupational Hospitality and Catering apprenticeships End-Point for Assessment success. Learn more.

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.

Our T Levels run for two-years, which includes a variety of qualifications and flexible programmes of study including Technical Qualifications; Apprenticeships; Traineeships; and Study Programmes. Learn more. 

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

Our EPA Partnership Managers are on hand to support our customers through the entire apprenticeship journey, helping to navigate the process of End-point assessment.

Support available for apprenticeships providers in the engineering, manufacturing and transport industries. Help prepare apprentices for EPA success. Learn more.

A key pillar in our apprenticeship offer is our people and at City & Guilds we take a personal approach in supporting our customers as they navigate the world of apprenticeship standards.

Support available for apprenticeships providers in the Occupational business and Customer Service. Help prepare apprentices for EPA success. Learn more.  

City and Guilds specialises in apprenticeships and qualifications in health, we cover a wide range of standards and have the assessment infrastructure in place to service end-point assessment (EPA) demand.​

Launching September 2026: New Level 2 and Level 3 Plumbing & Heating apprenticeship standards from City & Guilds, supporting skills, progression, and industry recognition.

Occupational hair-preparing apprentices for End-Point Assessment success. Learn more.

Support available for apprenticeships providers in the Construction sector. Help prepare apprentices for EPA success.

City & Guilds’ apprenticeship assessment service helps providers better manage apprentices through their assessment journey, and builds on our trusted end-point assessment service.

City & Guilds is a government-approved EPA provider you can trust to offer effective end-point assessment services for a range of new apprenticeship standards

Discover our series of informative and thought-provoking webinars and events that cover all aspects of the apprenticeship reforms in the UK.

Support for training providers and colleges delivering apprenticeships. Access resources, advice, and guidance from City & Guilds for successful delivery.

Supporting automotive apprenticeship providers with high-quality learning experiences and EPA success. Discover our comprehensive end-to-end solutions.

Find out the impact of our apprenticeships with success stories from apprentices, and what it means to them.

City & Guilds offer a wide range of apprenticeship programs for every level of apprentice. Check out all the different apprenticeship standards on offer here.

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

Discover our series of informative and thought-provoking webinars and events that cover all aspects of the apprenticeship reforms in the UK.

City & Guilds are the UK's leading provider of apprenticeships and vocational training. Click here to find out more about delivering an apprenticeship.

Apprenticeships are a well-respected and popular route in to work across many industries. Explore their benefits and find the right programme for you.

City & Guilds Technical Qualifications for 14-19 year olds deliver the most up-to-date and relevant technical skills in a range of industry sectors. Discover the subject areas in which we offer them.

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.

Keep up-to date with the latest City & Guilds TechBac events

For more information about City & Guilds Techbac, Technical Qualifications or Workplace skills; fill out our enquiry form.

Here you'll find everything you need to know to help you deliver our Technical Qualifications with City & Guilds.

Explore the City & Guilds Insight Podcast series tackling UK skill shortages. Join experts discussing challenges, innovations, and future skill needs. Tune in for insights!

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.

This series, hosted on location at leading conferences focused on policy and skills, includes events at both the Labour Party and Conservative Party Conferences within our dedicated Skills Hub.

Welcome to our Youth Misspent podcast series, where we'll be exploring the issues raised in our recent research on the experiences of young people as they navigate the education system and begin to enter the workplace

Technical Qualifications are for 14-19 year olds. Study Technical Qualifications, progression routes, and subject areas at City & Guilds. Learn more.

T Levels are two-year courses that have been developed in collaboration with employers and businesses of all sizes so that the learning content meets the needs of the industry and prepares learners for work.

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.

City and Guilds range of utilities qualifications support the construction, installation and maintenance of the infrastructure.

City & Guilds offers a wide range of qualifications in Creative Arts, including Introductory, Higher Level and apprenticeship options. Learn more.  

City & Guilds offers a wide range of qualifications in Transport Maintenance, including Introductory, Higher Level and apprenticeship options. Learn more.  

The new and improved building services engineering portfolio has new craft qualifications such as plumbing, heating and electrical and gas installation, with a range of support materials.

City & Guilds offers a wide range of qualifications in the Security Industry including Introductory, Higher Level and apprenticeship options. Learn more.  

City & Guilds offers a wide range of qualifications in Hairdressing and Barbering, including Introductory, Higher Level and apprenticeship options. Learn more.

City & Guilds offers a range of qualifications in Built Environment Services, including Introductory, Higher Level and apprenticeship options. View our list of qualifications and apprenticeships. 

City & Guilds offers a wide range of qualifications in Education and Training, including Introductory, Higher Level and apprenticeship options. Learn more.

City & Guilds offers a wide range of qualifications in the Logistics sector, including Introductory, Higher Level and apprenticeship options. Learn more.    

City & Guilds, in collaboration with the National Land Based College (NLBC) has designed Land Based Technical Qualifications to increase skills levels in the land based sector.

Our oil and gas qualifications cover all aspects of monitoring and maintenance of production line processes within the industry.