Search Results

Horticulture apprenticeships provide learners with skills in specialist areas of expertise. Areas include; landscaping; production horticulture; sports turf and golf greenkeeping; parks, gardens and green space. Whilst we do not offer a single point of registration for this framework we do offer

Show that you have the skills to work effectively with animals with an award, certificate or diploma in Work-based Animal Care. These are flexible qualifications that cover the skills you need to work in animal welfare, zoos, wildlife establishments, dog grooming, pet care and retail, animal traini

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

This qualification is aimed at learners aged 16 and above who work or want to work in the construction industry and specialise in the area of painting and decorating.

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

The Level 2 Technical Certificate in Animal Care is aimed at learners that are looking to start a career in the animal care industry. Learners could progress into employment, onto an Apprenticeship, or further their studies by taking other qualifications at Level 3. The Level 2 T

Level 2 Level 3

This qualification is aimed at learners aged 16 and above who work or want to work in the construction industry and specialise in the area of painting and decorating.

SCQF 4 SCQF 5 SCQF 6

These qualifications are designed to be delivered as a stand-alone qualification, or run along side other programs of learning, for example a study program. 

Level 2 Level 3

There are two pathways within the Agriculture, Environmental and Animal Care route: Agriculture, Land Management and Production Animal Care and Management  Each pathway includes the common core and a choice of core pathways and occupational specialisms. The common core element of the

Level 3

The T Level Technical Qualification in Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control allows learners to gain an understanding of what is needed to work within the engineering industry.  Topics covered include processes of production and manufacturing, materials, specialist machinery,

Level 3

Focussing on the essential skills in the production of furniture and furnishings, these qualifications provide learners with all of the skills in order to gain employment in the furniture or furnishings industry. 

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

If you'd like to work in a pharmacy setting, perhaps in a chemist or hospital, these qualifications in Pharmaceutical Science can help you move forward in your career. To register as a pharmacy technician, as required by the General Pharmaceutical Council, you need the Level 3 Diploma in Pharmaceuti

Level 3

The NVQs allow you to prove that you have the skills to maintain and repair vehicles - from mechanical and electrical work, re-sprays, bodywork and tyre fitting, to getting stranded motorists back on the road again. These practical qualifications demonstrate your skills on the job, in your own w

Level 1 Level 3

Prove your competence in handling medication for animals with the Awards in Veterinary Medicines. For the Level 2 qualification, you'll show you have the skills and knowledge to safely store, administer, dispose of and maintain veterinary medicines. At Level 3, you'll demonstrate your ability to pre

Level 2

The level 2 Engineering Operative Apprenticeship is designed for apprentices looking for a career in engineering operational roles. Engineering Operatives are involved primarily in the engineering procedures which are essential in assisting the engineering and manufacturing sector.  An Engineer

Focussing upon the principles and practices of agriculture in a work-based setting, the learner will focus on areas of interest such as crop production, mixed farming, livestock production or poultry production, and can progress to a career within farming

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

These qualifications, which are assessed in the workplace,  are suitable for all learners within the furniture industry from restoring furniture, to designing upholstery or fitted kitchens, to managing furniture production a workshop.  On completion of any of these qualifications the learn

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

These qualifications will help you to develop the personal and work-related skills that could enable you to progress into further learning or supported employment, or enhance your independent living skills. You can also choose specialist units or develop the kind of skills and ability that are of in

Entry 2 Entry 3

These qualifications provide the ideal introduction to the construction industry and cover essential skills in the following construction trades: bricklaying, carpentry and joinery, plastering, painting and decorating, construction operations, wall and floor tiling, electrical and plumbing.

SCQF 3 SCQF 4

The Level 3 Advanced Professional Certificate in Construction is suitable for people in a variety of roles in the construction industry who want to develop their skills to a higher level. The Level 4 Higher Professional Diploma in Construction is suitable for people who want to establish their own c

Level 3 Level 4 Level 7

The following qualifications will be closed from 01 August 2020: • 0173-30  601/7557/6 Level 3 Advanced Technical Certificate in Land and Wildlife Management • 0173-32  601/7565/5 Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Land and Wildlife Management (720) Th

Level 2 Level 3

PLEASE NOTE:  From 01 August 2022,  6574-21 to 28 Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Construction and Civil Engineering Operations (Construction) has been replaced with 6574-40 to 49 Level 2 NVQ in Construction and Civil Engineering Operations (Construction).  A new QAN is available, funding

Level 2

First teaching of these qualifications is September 2016 The Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Floristry is for learners who are interested in developing the specific technical and professional knowledge and skills that will lead to meaningful employment in the floristry industry. Learners wil

Level 2 Level 3

The Award, Certificate or Diploma in Floristry can help you to gain and develop the skills you need to work as a florist. You'll learn things like plant care, flower arranging and how to create floral decorations for celebrations. Level 3 Diploma in Floristry UCAS tariff

Level 2 Level 3

These qualifications have been developed to be included within the Foundation Phase of the new Apprenticeship Standards for Boatbuilders, Marine Engineer, and Marine Electrician which will replace the current Level 2 and Level 3 Marine, Construction, Systems Engineering and Maintenance (Bo

Level 2 Level 3

These qualifications enable learners to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment and/or career progression in the marine engineering or boatbuilding maintenance sector.

Level 2 Level 3

This qualification provides a basic knowledge and understanding to start a career in the rail industry as an apprentice: from making station announcements, operating signals and control room equipment to providing services to passengers or driving a train.

Level 2

The UK is facing a shortage of railway engineering and operating skills to deliver the investment in renewing and improving the existing railway, together with exciting projects such as Thameslink, Crossrail 1 & 2, the Intercity Express Programme, High Speed 2 & 3 and Network Rail’s vi

Level 2 Level 3

They are essential for anyone starting out in a career in engineering and advanced manufacturing. Undertaken in either the workplace or College environment they allow people to demonstrate their competence, set against National Occupational Standards, in a wide range of engineering

Level 1 Level 2

4290-11, 12, 13, 17, 70 and 71 will close to new registrations on 31st May 2022 and will be replaced by our new suite of light and electric vehicle qualifications 7290. Register for updates here. These qualifications are for anyone interested in starting or developing a career in the motor industr

Level 2 Level 3

These qualifications are for anyone interested in starting or developing a career in the motor industry in accident repair maintaining and repairing the paint and bodywork of a vehicle. Whether you want to start your first body workshop job or to progress to a role where you supervis

SCQF 5 SCQF 6

The following qualification will be closed from 1 August 2020:               •    4292-30 601/7382/8 City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Certificate in the Automotive Industry The following qualificat

Level 2

These qualifications provide a progression route into managing an agricultural enterprise and develop all the skills and knowledge you need to be effective in that role. It is suitable for those working with livestock and with crops. It can also be used as CPD assessments for the industry. This qual

Level 4

Our Automotive Apprenticeships provide learners with knowledge and skills in specialist areas of expertise while gaining knowledge of the wider automotive profession. Areas include vehicle maintenance and repair, roadside recovery to vehicle body and paint. Please note: Key Skills (3638) closed

Level 2 Level 3

This qualification covers all aspects of working in operational and customer facing roles in the rail industry including cleaning, security, customer services and sales, driving and operating signals.

Level 2

This qualification allows candidates to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment and/or career progression in Wall and Floor Tiling.

Level 1 Level 2

This qualification is aimed at learners aged 16 and above who work or want to work in the construction industry and specialise in working with wood. There are four trade areas available: site carpentry, bench joinery, shopfitting joinery, and wood machining. UCAS tariff Level 3 Diploma in Site Carp

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

For people working in a supervisory capacity on a construction site, the NVQ Diploma in Construction Site Supervision is usually completed in the workplace, and demonstrates competency against the National Occupational Standards.

Level 4

Learn the basics of repairing or refinishing any type of vehicles with these introductory vehicle systems, body and paint maintenance and cycle mechanics qualifications. You'll learn the basic skills you need to enrol in more advanced qualifications, and then get a job in a garage or body shop. Yo

Entry 3 Level 1 Level 2 SCQF 3 SCQF 4

4978-52 Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services - Children and Young People's Management (England) is the only pathway in the suite that is still open for registrations. The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Childr

Level 5

This qualification covers the in-depth procedures for serving customers, checking medicines and maintaining stock in a pharmacy setting. To register as a pharmacy technician, as required by the General Pharmaceutical Council, you need the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Pharmacy Service Skills and the Level

Level 3

As the Construction and Built Environment industry moves into a new technological era, it is essential that people working in the industry enhance their digital skills. Building Information Modelling (BIM) involves creating and using intelligent 3D models to develop and communicate project decisions

Level 3

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.

Level 4 Level 5

Important update 2022 The 601/7240/X Level 2 Technical Award in Land Based Studies (0170-20) is closing for registrations on the 31st July 2022, and will be replaced by the 610/0652/X Level 2 Technical Award in Land Based Studies (0170-24), which has been approved by the DfE for the 2024 K

Level 2

If you are looking to work within the land-based sector, then these essential short qualifications are aimed at you.  The Level 2 Certificate of Technical Competence in Health & Safety for Land Based Industries aims to provide you with an understanding of the principles of h

Level 2 Level 3

This qualification allows candidates to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment and/or career progression in Maintenance Operations.

Level 2

First teaching of this qualification is September 2017 The Level 2 Technical Certificate in Plastering is aimed at learners that are looking to start a career in the construction industry as a plasterer.  Learners could progress into employment as a plasterer, onto an appre

Level 2 Level 3

Gain the knowledge and skills you need to work with plants - from maintaining turf as a groundskeeper, to caring for plants as a gardener, to designing gardens and parks as a landscape artist. You'll learn at a College or with a training provider and gain practical experience that will give you a

Level 2 Level 3

Employability Skills qualifications are designed to support an individual successfully gaining a job, progressing in a chosen field, preparing the individual for further study and supporting the development of techniques required for successful independent living. These qualifications are aimed at

Entry 2 Entry 3 Level 1 Level 2

4510-11 Level 2 Certificate in Engineering Operations (Knowledge) & 4510-12 Level 2 Diploma in Engineering Operations (Knowledge) 

Level 2

The award and certificate in Augmentative and Alternative Communication qualifications are designed to be wide ranging qualifications that allow learners to develop effective communication. It is designed to be taught or facilitated by a variety of professionals and carers including teachers, speech

Entry 2 Entry 3 Level 1

This qualification allows learners to develop the knowledge and skills required for employment and/or career progression in the manufacturing industry sector in general. Learners will understand how to carry out their work safely, and meet the exacting quality standards demanded in a fast paced and

Level 2

These qualifications provide learners with the skills and underpinning knowledge required by employers in a broad range of roles where information, advice or guidance is provided.

Level 3 Level 4

4270-12 and 13 will close to new registrations on 31st May 2022.  The new replacement qualifications 7270-12 and 13 will open for registrations on 1st June 2022. Register for updates here. For people working on maintaining and repairing vehicles (such as cars, vans, trucks or m

Level 2 Level 3

Functional Skills ICT 3748-03 will close to new learners and the final registration date for new starts is 31 July 2023. The final certification date will be 31 July 2024. We intend to replace this suite of qualifications with our new Digital Functional Skills Qualifications (4748-05 & 4748-06)

Entry 1 Entry 2 Entry 3 Level 1 Level 2

They are essential for people starting out in a career as an engineering maintenance operative or technician and can be undertaken within an Intermediate or Advanced Apprenticeship. Completed in the workplace they allow people to demonstrate their competence, set against National Occupational Stand

Level 2 Level 3

The following qualifications are now closed, all other qualifications under 0174 remain open for registrations: 0174-30 601/7453/5 Level 3 Advanced Technical Certificate in Horticulture 0174-32 601/7455/9 Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Horticulture (720) 0174-35 601/7507/2 Level 3 Ad

Level 2 Level 3

Focussing on the major disciplines within engineering, the learner will gain the knowledge and hand skills needed to develop or build on a successful career in engineering and advanced manufacturing. They are also vital components of an Intermediate and Advanced Engineering apprenticeship.

A1 Preliminary Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

This suite of qualifications has been specifically designed to meet the needs of the Adult Social Care workforce in England. The qualifications are based on the Skills for Care Qualification Specifications. The suite consists of the following qualifications: 3096-31/91 Level 3 Diploma in Adult

Level 2 Level 3 Level 5

 ESOL Skills for Life qualifications support speakers of other languages based within the UK to develop their English language skills for work, further learning or everyday life. This revised suite of ESOL Skills for Life qualifications replaces the previous suite (3692). It includes 'single-mo

Entry 1 Entry 2 Entry 3 Level 1 Level 2

Fundamental applied skills in Application of Number, Communication and ICT help learners in Northern Ireland function effectively and progress in work, further learning and general life.

Entry 1 Entry 2 Entry 3 Level 1 Level 2

Keeping in touch We use our email alert system to update you with changes that happen, so please ensure you sign up using the link to Email Updates at the foot of this page and choose Essential Skills Wales in the preference centre. If you have missed an update, we also place the content of the ema

Entry 1 Entry 2 Entry 3 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

The UK is facing a shortage of railway engineering and operating skills to deliver the investment in renewing and improving the existing railway, together with exciting projects such as Thameslink, Crossrail 1 & 2, the Intercity Express Programme, High Speed 2 & 3 and Network Rail’s vi

Level 2 Level 3

Diplomas in Plastering provide a learner the opportunity to progress from beginner to advanced level plastering. It provides recognition of the knowledge and skills needed to work in this area of the construction field.

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

This qualification is aimed at learners aged 16 and above who work or want to work in the construction industry and specialise in working with wood. There are four trade areas available: site carpentry, bench joinery, shopfitting joinery, and wood machining.

SCQF 4 SCQF 5 SCQF 6

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.

Level 1 Level 2

Want to turn your love of sport and leisure activities into a career? This qualification is designed to give you a solid introduction to working in the sport and active leisure industry. You'll gain greater awareness of the industry and what you can do to succeed in employment, as well as an unders

Level 2 Level 3

The Level 2 Technical Certificate in Healthcare, Care and Childcare is aimed at learners that are looking to start a career in one of these sectors. Learners could progress into employment, onto and Apprenticeship or may wish to further their studies by taking other qualifications at Level 3. The L

Level 2 Level 3

This qualification is aimed at learners aged 16 and above who work or want to work in the construction industry and specialise in Bricklaying. 

SCQF 6

City & Guilds welding courses are designed for a range of abilities: from beginners who need basic welding training, to experienced welders who want to develop specialist skills.

Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

This qualification will support learners to develop a knowledge and understanding of the ways in which young people may be vulnerable to harm, abuse or exploitation in the workplace and/or the learning environment. It will help the learner to understand the personal responsibilities required to keep

Level 2

The T Level Technical Qualification in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing allows learners to gain an understanding of what is needed to work within the engineering industry.  Topics covered include customer and client requirements, principles of design, design process

Level 3

This qualification was developed to address the needs of practitioners providing intense support to families, for example in family intervention work. The new award focuses on the skills and knowledge required to provide sustained, intensive, whole family support in a multi-agency setting. Please u

Level 4

The 3087-02 Level 2 Diploma in Children's Care Learning and Development (Northern Ireland) allows learners to learn about child development and to develop and refine some of the practical and technical skills required for employment and/or career progression in the Early Years and Childcare Sector.

Level 2

PLEASE NOTE: The Level 2 NVQ Certificate and Diploma will be replaced on 01 October 2021 with a Level 2 NVQ  and a Level 3 NVQ in Insulation and Building Treatments.  All centres offering the current POS have been given auto approval to offer the appropriate new POS.   Quali

Level 2 Level 3

The diploma in Work-based Land-based Engineering Operations develops the skills and knowledge you'll need for a successful career as an engineer in this sector.

Level 2 Level 3

*Please note this product is currently offered in the Caribbean, if you’re interested in offering it in your region, please contact your local office. Receiving email updates: You can now sign up for email updates about this qualification and a guidance document about how to do this can be fo

Entry 3 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3

The Certificate and Diploma in Land-based technology provide a stepping stone into the workplace, higher education, or career progression. Based mainly in the classroom, you will also be able to practise essential engineering skills in a land-based work environment. UCAS tariff Certificate in

Level 2 Level 3

Our Rail Apprenticeships provide learners with the skills in specialist areas of expertise while giving them knowledge of the wider rail industry. Areas include track and signalling maintenance; passenger rail services; rail freight services; controlling train movements; and railway infrastructure.

Level 2

Supporting in Learning and Teaching Apprenticeships provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively support learning and teaching in the education environment. Areas covered range from supporting children and young people's health and safety to preparing display boards in school

Focussing upon the major principles and practices of animal care and welfare, from managing a pet shop or grooming dogs to caring for exotic animals, the learner will be able to start or build on a career in the Animal Care Industry.  UCAS tariff Certificate in Land Based Services

Level 2 Level 3

Awards in Teaching, Training and Assessing Learning are designed for training support staff and trainers in post-16 education and training. The Advanced and Specialist Advanced Diplomas are designed for qualified teachers, first level managers or those preparing for higher education. You'll need a

Level 1 Level 3

This qualification allows candidates to learn, develop and practise the skills required for employment and/or career progression in Maintenance Operations.

SCQF 5

PLEASE NOTE: The Level 2 & 3 NVQ Diplomas in Plastering have recently been updated and as a result there are new QANs available from 01 May 2018.  All documentation can be found under the documents section, and the old documents have been moved to the archived section. 6573-01 to 04 Level

Level 2 Level 3

The Education and Training Foundation (ETF), in association with City & Guilds, has produced revised guidance for the Assessment and Quality Assurance qualifications available across all Awarding Organisations. This can be found, alongside a guide to the key changes, on the ETF's FE Advice websi

Level 3 Level 4

These qualifications recognise the rapid growth of the Social Media and Digital Marketing sectors as business tools and has been developed to support learners wishing to enter this evolving environment. The Digital Marketing diploma has been developed in partnership with Agilisys Arch allo

Level 3 Level 4

This qualification forms part of a suite of qualifications designed to develop the skills of learners that are interested in entering or are already in a customer service or sales related position.

A1 Preliminary Level 1