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4270-52 will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. For people working on maintaining and repairing vehicles (such as cars, vans, trucks or motorcycles) who would like to demonstrate their competence on their own workplace. Learners can progress from their first
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4290-32/33/52 will close to new registrations on 31 December 2026 These qualifications are for anyone interested in starting or developing a career in the motor industry, whether you want to maintain and repair different types of vehicles or fit and replace parts and tyres. Level 3 Diploma in Ligh
Aeronautical Engineering Apprenticeships provide learners with skills and knowledge in specialist areas of expertise within the Aerospace sector. Areas include engineering operations and techniques; and maintenance of equipment and machinery. Whilst we do not offer a single point of registration
Automotive: Qualification support webinars Get the guidance you need to deliver our new qualification with confidence. Qualification overview webinar: Explore the key elements of the qualification, including its scope, unit content, assessment strategy, assessor and IQA requirements, approval proce
Level 2
For technicians working on mobile air conditioning systems containing F gas refrigerants who want to gain a licence to handle refrigerants in compliance with the minimum requirements of Regulation (EC) 307/2008. The qualification also meets the requirements for mandatory F-Gas certification in
Level 3
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
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
These qualifications are now restricted to approved centres only while we undertake a review of the suite. 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 rep
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
7597-10-11-12-14-19 in Rail Engineering will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. For those who would like to start a career in the rail industry and progress either through an apprenticeship or proving competence of the skills and knowledge required for each of the following areas: t
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7484-02 will be closing for registrations on 31 August 2026. 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 passeng
7596-20 will close for registrations on 31 August 2026. 7596-22/23/25 will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. These qualifications cover all aspects of working in operational and customer facing roles in the rail industry including cleaning, security, customer services and sales, driving
This qualification recognises the essential professional knowledge and skills that you have developed working in the rail industry at a supervisory level.
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.
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
These qualifications are for anyone who wants to become an MOT Tester or an MOT Manager (Authorised Examiner/ Designated Manager). Anyone who wants to become an MOT Tester, or an Authorised Examiner/ Designated Manager will need to achieve these qualifications as a first step towards becoming
This qualification will provide the knowledge and expertise required to enable bus drivers to deliver a consistent level of service to customers using buses within London. Any new Transport for London bus driver will need to take this qualification as a mandatory requirement.
Coming Soon: These Assessments are for people currently working on Repairing and Refinishing the damaged paint and bodywork of vehicles, or as Vehicle Damage Assessors who would like to demonstrate their competence in their own workplace. Candidates must have at least 3 years’ experience in th
For people working on maintaining and repairing the paint and bodywork of vehicles or as vehicle damage assessors who would like to demonstrate their competence on their own workplace.
These qualifications will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. These qualifications are for anyone interested in starting or developing a career in the motor industry in accident repair, whether you want to maintain and repair the paint and bodywork of a vehicle or become a Mechanical and E
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
These qualifications are aimed at anyone who would like to gain the skills and knowledge required to start a career in the automotive vehicle parts or vehicle sales sector. Taking up our vehicle parts qualifications you will learn how to ensure that the right stock of vehicle p
Our Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence qualifications are for those working on maintaining and repairing vehicles (such as cars, vans, trucks or motorycles) who would like to demonstrate their competence within their workplace. Learners can progress from their first workshop repair job
These qualifications replaced the 2339 Electrical Power Engineering qualifications that expired in March 2021. The updated qualification content is based on the National Occupational Standards developed by Energy & Utility Skills for the industry.
6146 will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. These single unit short course qualifications have been developed in conjunction with industry for those involved in working in excavations across a range of sectors including utilities. They are also suitable as a refresher or CPD training.
This qualification L2 has been replaced by POS 2304 These qualifications L3 will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. These qualifications are for those who work or would like to work in the Power industry and are available for job roles from wind turbine to meter insta
These qualifications replaced 6150 in December 2021. They are for those who have to enter, supervise or manage confined spaces. They are short course single unit qualifications and the updated qualification content is based on the National Occupational Standards developed by Energy & Utility Ski
Level 2 Level 3 Level 4
These qualifications will close for registrations on 31 December 2026.
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3654-06 Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. Level 3 NVQ Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety and Level 5 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice provide essential occupational health and safety know
Level 3 Level 5
This Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice qualification is for learners who wish to demonstrate and develop their skills and knowledge in managing health and safety for the workplace.
Level 6
Please Note: The 6167-02 qualification has undergone a rebuild and each 6167-02 qualification now has its own unique reference number. Therefore, we have replaced what was under 6167-02 with new separate qualifications, 6167-03 to -18. Please see the updated 6167-01 and the 6167-03 to -18 qu
No Level
This qualification has been developed from the national occupational standards for medium risk confined space for use in Tunnel Entry and Emergency Procedures. It has been developed in conjunction with industry experts to be a pre-requisite for entering any tunnel. It is normal practice
Power Transmission and Distribution Apprenticeships provide learners with the knowledge and skills in specialist areas of expertise while giving them knowledge of the wider power industry. Areas covered include generation; transmission and distribution. Whilst we do not offer a single point of re
This qualification will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. This award is designed for excavation and street works operatives to give them an understanding of how to avoid danger from underground services, and the importance of clearing an area prior to and during an excavation.
6014 will close for registration on 31 August 2026. Alternative provision is the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Gas Engineering (9074-03).
These qualifications cover all aspects of Gas and Water network construction. They were designed by industry and cover technical skills in areas such as excavating, electrofusion welding, operating tools and machinery and installation, while maintaining safety standards. All level 2 qualifica
Level 1 Level 2
This qualification will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. This qualification is for those installing Smart Meters and will allow candidates to learn, develop and practise the skills required to install and maintain Smart Meters and communication devices. Smart M
Smart Meter Installation Apprenticeships provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to carry out job roles and responsibilities associated with the installation of smart, gas and electric meters and associated equipment, including communication equipment. Whilst we do not offer a sing
This single unit short course qualification has been developed in conjunction with industry experts, to provide the knowledge for planning, supervising and managing working at height. It covers health and safety and regulatory requirements, selecting and planning staff and equipment, producing wor
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
Our awards, certificates and diplomas in this high-level qualification, are for those looking to run their own hair or beauty salons. They cover a wide range of skills from the creation of a hairstyle collection, salon management, laser and light treatments, fashion, theatrical and
Level 4
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
Our Award is designed for learners that spend time with wet hands or use chemicals - perhaps shampooing hair, washing and preparing food, cleaning or working in an engineering job, to learn how to protect yourself from contact dermatitis.
The Level 3 Diploma for Advanced and Creative Hair Professionals is a newly created qualification based on employer needs and has been designed by employers. The Diploma can be used to support the on-programme journey in preparation for completing the end-point assessment for the Advanced and Creati
This qualification is 1049-02 Level 2 Award in Supporting Wellbeing and Mental Health of Self and Others. This qualification is for those individuals who are aged 14-16 and 16+ who are either preparing for employment or already in the workplace. It is ideal for delivery during induction peri
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
Our certificates and diplomas in Art & Design in 2D and 3D Techniques, will enable you to become a well informed designer in your chosen craft subject, covering a wide range of skills from life drawing, printmaking techniques, scenic painting, warm and cool glass techniques to c
Our certificates and diplomas in Interior design covers a wide range of skills from designing interiors for kitchen and living rooms, making lined curtains, making interlined roman blinds through to designing interiors for bedrooms with en suites.
This is the ideal qualification for creative learners who love to work with textiles! You will develop all the knowledge and practical skills you need for a successful career in the textile sector.
This qualification will provide proof of a basic practical ability, knowledge and understanding of jewellery making at the standard recognised by employers in goldsmithing and allied trades. This qualification is part of the apprenticeship framework.
The qualification covers using a variety of techniques, materials, tools and equipment needed for the chosen craft industry. As part of the qualification they will design, present and display the explicit craft. Also there is a need to have contact with the customer, so good communication skills ar
The course in Design and Craft is available in over 100 crafts such as fashion, ceramics, media, interior decoration, textiles, woodwork, flower arranging, corsetry, cake decoration and bookbinding.
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Our certificates and diplomas in fashion design covers a wide range of skills from designing and making a blouse or a shirt, a dress or a fashion corset through to designing and making a character costume.
Our certificates and diplomas are designed to build on your interest and passion for the hair and beauty industry, covering a wide range of skills from styling, plaiting and twisting to make-up or nail art.
Entry 3 Level 1
For qualifications that assess knowledge of BS 7671 through written or practical tasks, the relevant assessment tasks will be amended to align with amendment 4 within the qualification documentation in due course. This qualification provides a comprehensive understanding of the specific and suppl
Work in building construction or as a domestic electrician? Familiarise yourself with important building requirements and compliance methods with the Certificate in Building Regulations for Electrical Installations in Dwellings.
These qualifications are designed for those who wish to learn, develop and practice the skills required for employment and/or career progression in the electrotechnology sector. They can be used as a foundation to progress onto further qualifications which lead to becoming a fully qualifi
Responding to the need for domestic-scale low carbon and environmentally friendly technologies, this qualification contributes to Continuing Professional Development for qualified electricians, plumbers and mechanical engineers who wish to broaden their skills.
A Certificate in Fundamental Inspection, Testing and Initial Verification gives you the necessary skills and confidence to inspect and test fundamental installations and conduct initial verification - a qualification that proves your ability.
This qualification is for those wanting to enter the Plumbing or Electrical industry. It gives you the opportunity to pick up some core skills and knowledge and gives you the opportunity to progress onto either our Level 2 & 3 Plumbing or Electrical Installation qualifications.
Level 1
This qualification helps to develop the essential, up-to-date knowledge and techniques needed to professionally design and install or inspect and test electrical systems.
This qualification is designed solely for those persons who are, or have been, working in the Electrical industry, practicing as an Electrician, for a minimum of 3 years and who can demonstrate their technical knowledge, performance and competence to the industry standards at Level 3 and would like
Please note: The AM2 assessment must be the final component completed by candidates undertaking the NVQ 2357 qualification. These qualifications will close for registrations on 31 October 2026 as they have been replaced by 5357 Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification. Amendment 4 (2026) to BS 7671
Please note 2382-26 is the latest version (Amendment 4) of BS 7671:2018, centres must use this version from 16 April 2026. The on-screen sample test for 2382-26 can be accessed using the link below. Sample 2382-26-626 Understand the Requirements of Electrical Installations BS 7671:2018 (2026) 23
The T Level Technical Qualification in Building Services Engineering for Construction allows learners to gain an understanding of the BSE industry and the sector. Topics covered include Health and Safety, construction science principles, sustainability in the construction industry an
The Experienced Worker qualification is for electricians who have been working in the industry, as a practising electrician, for at least 5 years (not including time spent in full or part time training) but have not formally completed an industry apprenticeship or equivalent Level 3 NVQ qualifi
The Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry in Electrical Installation Diploma qualification has been developed as part of the Qualification Reforms in England and are approved for funding and will be available for first teaching in September 2025. This qualification has been designed with the in
2377-22/32 have now been replaced by the new 2377-77 Level 3 Award in the In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment (603/6790/8). Centres offering the old qualifications will get automatic approval when applying for 2377-77. Learn how to test portable electrical appl
This qualification provides the knowledge, understanding and skills required for the design, installation and maintenance of electrical energy storage systems (EESS). It includes a range of relevant outcomes covering statutory legislation applicable to EESS, the principles of batteries and
For qualifications that assess knowledge of BS 7671 through written or practical tasks, the relevant assessment tasks will be amended to align with amendment 4 within the qualification documentation in due course. This qualification helps you to develop the knowledge and practical skills required t
This qualification is designed to train and assess practicing electricians in Ireland on the methods and procedures of inspecting and testing electrical installations to meet the requirements of the Irish regulator, The Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU), including Certification and report
This qualification allows learners to gain, develop and practice the skills required for employment and/or career progression in building services, plumbing, or electrical work.
To gain an overview of the qualification our Technical Advisor Simon Quince hosted a webinar in July 2025 to outline the course content and the support available to you. Catch up with the webinar recording here. This is aimed at practicing electricians, operating in the domestic enviro
As the UK drives toward a net-zero economy by 2050, decarbonising transport is a top priority. With transport being one of the largest contributors to CO2 emissions, electrification is critical. By August 2024, there were over 1.1 million battery-electric cars on UK roads, reflecting a 71% increase
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
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
These qualifications will close for registrations on 31 August 2026. On completion of the Level 2 & 3 NVQ Diplomas in Heating and Ventilation the learner will be in possession of the practical skills and knowledge to work on a range of specialised industrial, commercial and dome
Building Services Engineering Installer & Building Services Engineering Craftsperson makes buildings work. It is a specialist branch of engineering within the construction sector. Installers, install components of large-scale industrial and commercial systems such as heating, chilled water, hot
This qualification provides the knowledge, understanding, and skills required for the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of air source heat pump systems (ASHPs). It includes a range of relevant outcomes covering statutory legislation applicable to ASHPs, the principles of heat pu
The Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry in Plumbing and Heating (Diploma) has been developed as part of the Qualification Reforms in England and are approved for funding and will be available for first teaching in September 2025. This qualification has been designed with the involvement of a
On completion of the Water Regulations or Hot Water Systems qualifications the learner will be able to install plumbing systems or water fittings in line with UK Building Regulations.
City & Guilds domestic heating and plumbing courses cover the essential knowledge and skills needed for a successful career in domestic plumbing and heating. Areas of study include: Domestic hot and cold water systems Central heating systems Sanitation systems Environmental tech
6035-03 will close for registrations on 31 December 2026. Replacement qualification - 6036-03 Level 3 Technical Occupational Entry in Plumbing and Heating (Diploma) 610/3904/4 Start your career in plumbing - learn how to deal with leaky pipes, water systems and drainage. A qualificatio
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
The City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Electrical Installation (450) are for learners who are interested in developing the specific technical and professional skill that will lead to meaningful employment in the electrotechnical industry. Learners will explore a wide range of
Focussing on the major principles of F-Gas and Ozone depleting substances (ODS) in stationery refrigeration, air-conditioning and heat pump systems, learners who successfully complete this qualification will be legally entitled to work on these systems within the UK in line with the 2009 F-Gas
Focussing on the practical skills and knowledge required to install, service and maintain refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, on successful completion of this qualification the learner will be well equipped to start or progress their career in the refrigeration & air-conditioning industr
Start you career in refrigeration and air-conditioning. A qualification in refrigeration and air-conditioning and heat pump systems will help you gain employment and progress onto an NVQ. Level 3 Diploma in Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Systems UCAS tariff
The Domestic electrician standard (ST1017) is suited for learners who wish to become Domestic electricians. The broad purpose of the occupation is to install and maintain electrical services within a domestic setting. Domestic electricians work in domestic properties such as homes, dwellings
The Installation and maintenance electrician standard (ST 0152) is suited for learners who wish to become installation or maintenance electricians. The broad purpose of the occupation is to install, maintain and repair electrical systems in industrial, commercial and residential environments. City