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These Beauty Therapy qualifications are for anyone interested in starting or advancing a beauty therapy career.  Our certificates and diplomas cover a wide range of skills, from nail technology, photographic make up, facials, waxing and lash and brow treatments through to body massage, theatric

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We provide one of the most competitive Functional Skills offers available in the market today.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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. 

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.

Want to deliver Engineering and Manufacturing T Levels? From September 2022, City & Guilds will offer these T Levels. 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 wide range of qualifications in Creative Arts, including Introductory, Higher Level and apprenticeship options. 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.

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 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 offers a wide range of qualifications in Engineering ,including Introductory, Higher Level and apprenticeship options. Learn more.  

Find answers to frequently asked questions about qualification reforms, including key documents, development, impact on Level 2 and 3 qualifications, and 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.

City & Guilds essential qualifications for Skills for Work and Life. Available for English, Maths, ICT, digital skills, as well as in employability and personal/ social development. Learn more. 

Guidance and key information to support customers through the level 3 and below post-16 qualification reforms in England.

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

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.

City & Guilds childcare courses, Children and Young People, Playwork and Youthwork qualifications. Leading vocational education and training organisation.

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

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

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

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.

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

City & Guilds Construction, Trades qualifications, plastering courses and construction courses. Leading vocational education and training organisation.

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

City & Guilds Health and Social care courses. Leading vocational education and training organisation.

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

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

The Professional Recognition Awards have been developed for those at the highest professional levels within their chosen careers.

What you need to know about the reforms and how they may affect curriculum planning.

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

City and Guilds offer a full suite of management courses and skills qualifications across a range of levels. They are designed to suit all learning needs and cover all sectors within Business Skills.

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.

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 enable customers to gain recognition by given them Medals for Excellence and Lion Awards, Professional Recognition Awards, and The Prince Philip Medal. Find out 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.

All our qualifications explained. Our qualifications span across eight levels, reaching more than 25 industries- we offer NVQ, SVQ & VRQ qualifications.

We have a dedicated team in place to support local centres, agencies, employers and learners across Ireland.

We have experience in delivering Welsh apprenticeships and other technical and vocational programmes, providing integrated pathways for learners to develop the skills employers want.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View their profiles and discover how they can support you.

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

City and Guilds have released instructions for centres that need to request replacement certificates on behalf of their learners.

We surveyed 5,000 working-age people to discover the unused skills of millions across the UK.

With sustainability now at the top of the agenda and processes and technologies constantly changing, this is an exciting time to be involved in engineering at any level. Whether it's starting a new career or staying up to date with the latest industry trends

Deliver accredited housing management qualifications from Level 2 to Level 5. Support professional standards, workforce competence, regulatory compliance and Awaab's Law readiness.

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

City & Guilds offer recognition in Work Ready skills, Engineering, as well as Maths and English. Learn more

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

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

Businesses must be flexible to move with the times and take advantage of the opportunities that come along.

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.

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.

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

Designed by employers for employers; employers and industry members are an essential part of T Level Technical Qualifications (TQs). It’s this involvement that helps ensure these qualifications produce competent, work-ready learners who are equipped with the skills and behaviours that industries nee

We are looking for new employers and industry members to join our Employer Industry Boards (EIB). Our EIBs are formed of a group of trusted representatives from a range of sectors.

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

City & Guilds have revamped our Building Services portfolio. We are currently the only awarding organisation with a range of new craft qualifications at levels 2 and 3.

0077-02 Level 2 in Forestry and Arboriculture (all), 0077-03 Level 3 Certificate in Forestry and Arboriculture 500/8719/8, 0077-03 Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Forestry and Arboriculture 500/8724/1, 0077-03 Level 3 Diploma in Forestry and Arboriculture will close for registrations on

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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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0078-02 is closed for registrations.  0078-03 Level 3 Certificate in Horticulture 500/8402/1, 0078-03 Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Horticulture 500/8385/5, 0078-03 Level 3 Diploma in Horticulture 500/8384/3 will close for registrations on 31 August 2026.  The 90-credit Diploma a

Level 3

The Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma and Extended Diplomas in Horticulture are for learners who are interested in developing the specific technical and professional skills and knowledge that will lead to meaningful employment in the Horticulture industry. Learners will explore a wide range of indu

Level 2 Level 3

0065-34 Level 3 Award/Certificate in Work-based Horticulture (Horticulture) will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. Alternative provision - 0174-36 City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Horticulture 601/7456/0 or 0174-37 City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Techni

Level 2 Level 3

0071-31-32-33-34 Level 3 Diploma in Work-based Horse Care and Management will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. Level 3 alternative - 0172-36 City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Equine Management 601/7185/6 or 0079-03 Level 3 Extended Diploma in Horse Management/Level

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0079-03 Level 3 Certificate in Horse Management 500/8565/7, 0079-03 Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Horse Management 500/8714/9, 0079-03 Level 3 Diploma in Horse Management 500/8709/5 will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. The 90-credit Diploma and Extended Diploma are still available. 

Level 3

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).

Level 2 Level 3

These qualifications will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. Alternative - 0610-20/21 City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma in Process Technology 600/0820/9 or 0610-30 City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Process Technology 600/1066/6 The IVQ Advanced Diploma in Oil and Gas Maintenance helps

Level 3 No Level

These qualifications will equip the learner with the  essential knowledge to work within a number of processing roles within the  chemical, pharmaceutical, metals and  oil and gas sectors.  It also forms the technical certificate for the Process Technology apprenticeshi

Level 2 Level 3

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 will explore a wide range of industry areas.  Learners ma

Level 2 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.

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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 will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. Level 2 alternative - 0175-20 City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate in Floristry 603/0839/4 or 0351-02  Level 2 Diploma in Floristry 500/6360/1 Level 3 alternative - 0175-30 City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Techn

Level 2 Level 3

These qualifications will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. Alternative - 0174-21 City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate in Forestry & Arboriculture 603/1175/7  The Diploma in Work-based Trees and Timber enables you to develop the skills in forestry and arboriculture t

Level 2

This qualification allows candidates to learn, develop and practise the skills required to enter into employment in, or progress within, the saddlery industry.

Level 2 Level 3

This qualification is suitable for all prospective blacksmiths, farrier apprentices, and others seeking a certificate of forgework competence. For guidance on the entry requirements for the Advanced Apprenticeship in Farriery, please contact the National Farrier Training Agency (NFTA)

Level 2

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.

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

0075-02 is closed for registrations.  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 en

Level 3

Coming soon: December 2026 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. Working with our customers and ESOL specialists we have created this revised suite of ESOL S

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A highly versatile collection of units and qualifications for learners in England that are designed to support flexible and personalised patterns of maths and English learning. Available at five levels (Entry 1 to Level 2), they can be used to help learners progress towards 'destination' q

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Functional Skills - 4748  Our Functional Skills qualifications are intended for anyone wishing to develop their maths and English. They focus on both the underpinning skills as well as the ability to apply maths, English and digital skills to different contexts. They can be completed alongsid

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Please note: This suite of qualifications will close to new learners on 31 December 2025 and no further registrations will be accepted after this date. The date on which the final certification issue will take place is 31 December 2028. Core Skills are broad, transferable skills that help learners

Multi-Level

 These qualifications enable learners in Wales to develop their communication, number and ICT skills through a flexible and personalised learning programme. Developed in conjunction with the Welsh Government, these qualifications complement and support progression towards the Essential Skills W

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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

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These qualifications enable learners to demonstrate sound knowledge and understanding of maths or English, as well as the confidence and resilience to operate under the pressure of a one-off onscreen test. Available at Entry 3, Level 1 and Level 2, these qualifications can be used to hel

Entry 3 Level 1 Level 2

 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

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

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

*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

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New - Enhancement to Employability Skills We are pleased to announce the launch of a new product Work Aware, under our new Employability Framework. Work Aware is a programme of learning, recognised by digital credentials which can be used to enhance your Level 1 Employability Skills qualifications.

Entry 2 Entry 3 Level 1 Level 2

Become more independent and effective in life, learning and work with the Personal Progress qualifications. These flexible qualifications are designed to help you build your skills and knowledge in a wide range of areas, such as communication, reading and writing, mathematics, independent living, wo

Entry 1

A City & Guilds Profile of Achievement can be used in any area of learning, and provides a framework for planning and reporting a learner's progress. It is not a qualification and has no defined outcomes, this makes it ideal for all kinds of learning programmes, including those that do not lead

No Level

Key Dates for 2025/26 15 May 2026 - All evidence to be submitted to City & Guilds 13 August 2026 - Results release for Extended Project Qualifications

Level 3

These qualifications assess your skills and ability in preparing and operating winter services vehicles and equipment. Successful candidates will be eligible to obtain a NEREO operative or supervisor's qualification registration card, endorsed with the appropriate category, valid for a five-year per

Level 2

These qualifications will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. These qualifications are designed primarily to support Employment Rights and Responsibilities (ERR) and Personal Learning and Thinking Skills (PLTS) within apprenticeships, although they may be used to develop these skills in ot

Level 2

City & Guilds has long been a strategic advocate of developing employability skills as an essential component of lifelong success, encouraging their development alongside traditional technical training. In response to growing concerns about the number of young people not engaging in education

No Level

3528-01/05/12/30 will close for registrations on 31 August 2026 3528-04/06 will close for registrations on 31 December 2026 These City & Guilds Skills Awards have been designed to provide a broad introduction to essential practical skills in the plumbing and electrical sectors.

No Level

The City & Guilds Skills Awards have been designed to provide a broad introduction to essential practical skills in areas of work as diverse as construction, engineering, hospitality and IT. Employer Benefits: City & Guilds works in partnership with organisations like yours, listening to yo

No Level

Childcare qualifications for Early Years, Playwork, Support teaching and Learning in Schools. For those working or hoping to work with children or seeking career progression. Visit key documents on this page.

The following qualifications will be closed from 1 September 2019: •3605-32 601/7440/7 City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (Early Years Educator) (1080) •3605-31 601/7439/0 City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma i

Level 3

The City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma for the Early Years Practitioner (England) meets the Department for Education’s Level 2 full and relevant criteria for a Level 2 Early Years Practitioner for those working in the early years workforce in England. It provides candidates with the knowledge a

Level 2

These qualifications provide an introduction to caring for children and help develop the skills and knowledge learners need to care for children. Learners will cover topics such as communicating with children, engaging children through activities, supporting learning and planning fo

Level 1

Early Years Educators play a vital role in supporting the learning, development and wellbeing of young children. The Early Years Educator Apprenticeship equips learners with the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to deliver high-quality early education and care in line with the Early Years Foun

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

4227-06 Level 3 Diploma for Children's Care, Learning and Development (Wales & Northern Ireland) and 4227-08 Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children's Care, Learning and Development (Management) (Wales and Northern Ireland) have been extended for Northern Ireland ONLY until 30 November 2020.&

Level 3

Early Years Educators play a vital role in supporting the learning, development and wellbeing of young children. The Early Years Educator Apprenticeship equips learners with the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to deliver high-quality early education and care in line with the Early Years Foun