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    Explore City & Guilds- the global leader in skills development & apprenticeship schemes with 2 million learners working on diverse qualifications every year.

  • About City & Guilds

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

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

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  • What we offer

    Whether you're a centre, an FE college, a private training provider, an employer or a learner, see what City & Guilds can offer you.

  • Is there a skills gap in the UK

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

  • Delivering our qualifications

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

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  • Help and support

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

  • Building Futures Through Skills

    The UK government has committed 600 million to boost construction training and tackle critical skills shortages, supporting the ambition to build 1.5 million homes by 2029.

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  • Recognition Services

    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.

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  • T Levels - Technical education

    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.

  • Apprenticeships

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

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  • Our Policies

    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.

  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

    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.

  • Technicals

    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

  • UK teams

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

  • Our People - About Us

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

  • Skills Change Lives

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

  • Our pathway to net zero

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

  • Our commitments to our purpose

    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.

  • Podcasts

    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.

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    Receive the City & Guilds Construction Report directly to your inbox upon release. Explore our comprehensive construction offerings today.

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    Be the first to access our personalized learning experience launching this September. Explore more with our exclusive early-access resource.

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  • Qualifications & apprenticeships

    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.

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    Receive the City & Guilds Construction Report directly to your inbox upon release. Explore our comprehensive construction offerings today.

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    Your apprentices' success is our priority at City & Guilds and we are here to support you and your apprentices through every step of the journey.

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  • Assured success

    Thank you for contacting Assured. A Skills Specialist will respond within two working days to assist you with your enquiry.

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  • Business Development Managers

    Meet our UK-wide Business Development Managers supporting colleges and training providers with qualifications, apprenticeships, and skills development.

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  • Hospitality and Catering Offering

    City & Guilds offers a wide range of qualifications in Hospitality and Catering.  Learn more.  

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  • Global Hospitality Certification Standards

    Explore Global Hospitality Certification standards with City & Guilds.

  • Meet the City & Guilds customer support teams

    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.

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  • What we offer centres

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

  • What we offer learners

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

  • Contact us about Assured | City & Guilds

    Contact us about the City & Guilds Assured training recognition service using this short online form and we'll get back to you shortly.

  • Certificates and Credentials

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

  • Expert Support and Service

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

  • Our Sectors

    At City & Guilds, we work in a wide range of sectors, partnering with educators, employers, key industry bodies and policymakers in the UK and globally to develop skills that change lives.

  • Green Skills and Sustainability

    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.

  • Adult Skills - Flexible programmes for future adult skills

    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

  • VTQ Information Hub

    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.

  • Prisons

    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.

  • Centre development

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

  • Funding for training

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

  • Offer our qualifications

    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).

  • Exams support hub

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

  • Functional Skills+ resource Hub

    Access the City & Guilds Pre-supply Resource Hub for guidance, videos, and links on administering Functional Skills exams. For eligible pre-supply centres only.

  • Position Statement on AI

    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.

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    Explore our City & Guilds construction and building funded course directory. Thank you for registering your interest in our training opportunities.

  • Annual Review of Prices

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

  • Quality teams

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

  • Help for learners

    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.

  • Group Privacy notices

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

  • Help for centres

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

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  • Contact us

    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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    The design of this website and its contents are protected by copyright and any unauthorised reproduction, whether in whole or in part, is prohibited.

  • Learner Voice

    Join Learner Voice, our insight community for City & Guilds and ILM learners. Share views, earn rewards, and help shape the future of education.

  • Help for centres

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

  • Customer Voice

    Join Your Voice, the City & Guilds insight community, to share ideas, earn rewards, and help shape services for learners, providers, and employers.

  • Terms Of Use

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

  • Associate Privacy Notice

    City & Guilds is committed to data security and the fair and transparent processing of personal data. This privacy notice sets out how City & Guilds, a City & Guilds Business or ILM, a City & Guilds Business, treat the personal data which you provide to us in compliance with applicable data protecti

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  • Digital Credentials

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

  • Help for employers

    Employer frequently asked questions, help and support

  • Help for Associates

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  • Multifactor Authentication

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

  • Prize draw terms and conditions

    Enter a free prize draw at the CIPD Festival of Work 2025 to win one of 10 copies of ‘The Neglected Acts of Leadership’ book. UK residents only.

  • Privacy Notice

    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.

  • Accessibility

    Find out more about website accessibility? We adhere to style of navigation, text size, changing colours of our websites.

  • Replacing and amending paper certificates

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

  • Press and media enquiries

    For more information on any of our press release stories, please email PRESS@cityandguilds.com or contact a member of the press team.

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  • FAQs

    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.

  • International

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

  • Construction and BSE

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

  • Success Stories

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

  • Resource Hub for T Levels

    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.

  • Moderation Portal FAQs

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

  • T Levels for Providers

    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. 

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  • Events and webinars - T Levels

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

  • T Levels for Employers

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

  • Management and Administration

    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.

  • Occupational Digital

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

  • Occupational Hospitality & Catering

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

  • T Levels for Learners

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

  • EPA Partnership

    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.

  • EPA Support Team

    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.

  • Occupational Adult & Child Care

    As a leading brand in apprenticeships and qualifications in Adult and Child Care, we cover a range of standards and have the assessment infrastructure in place to service end-point assessment (EPA) demand.

  • Occupational Business & Customer Service

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

  • Occupational Health

    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.​

  • Occupational Construction & BSE

    Support available for apprenticeships providers in the Construction and BSE sector. Help prepare apprentices for EPA success. Learn more.  

  • Occupational Hair

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

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  • Employer

    Investing in apprenticeships with City & Guilds drives industry forward, nurtures talent, and ensures workforce success through expert guidance and end-point assessments.

  • 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

  • Support Hub

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

  • Occupational Transport

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

  • Success Stories

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

  • Securing Apprenticeship Success

  • Apprenticeships Standards

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

  • Occupational Engineering

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

  • Apprenticeship Funding Reforms

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

  • Deliver an apprenticeship

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

  • Events and webinars

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

  • Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2026

    Join us in championing apprenticeships and the vital role they play in the future of our workforce.

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  • Employee voice

    From employees to Fellows, our people are motivated by a shared purpose of providing the best in skills development.

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  • Employee voice

    From employees to Fellows, our people are motivated by a shared purpose of providing the best in skills development.

  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Policy

    From employees to Fellows, our people are motivated by a shared purpose of providing the best in skills development.

  • Agriculture, Environment and Animal Care - T Levels

    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.

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  • Become an apprentice

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

  • Resource Hub

    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.

  • Subject areas

    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.

  • Contact Us

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

  • Deliver Technical Qualifications

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

  • Study Technical Qualifications

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

  • Foundation year

    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.

  • Going Green Embracing Our Planet

    At City & Guilds, we believe in the power of collective action to create a sustainable future. That's why we've made a commitment to Going Green, not just on Earth Day, but every day.

  • Scotland

    City & Guilds have operated in Scotland since the 1990s. Explore our offer in Scotland, including SCQF qualifications, events and online support resources.

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  • Green Skills Podcast

    Explore green skills and sustainability with City & Guilds' Green Edge Podcast—insights from experts shaping the future of eco-friendly workforce development.

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  • Great Jobs Podcast Series

  • Navigating the UK Skills Challenges Podcast

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

  • In conversation with...

    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.

  • Youth Misspent Podcast Series

    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

  • T Levels Podcasts

    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.

  • Assured success

    Thank you for contacting Assured. A Skills Specialist will respond within two working days to assist you with your enquiry.

  • Wales

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

  • Ireland

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

  • Future skills Podcast

    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.

  • International English

    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.

  • Utilities

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

  • Transport Maintenance

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

  • Hairdressing

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

  • Security Industry

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

  • Creative

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

  • Senior Awards

  • Oil and Gas

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

  • Management

  • Logistics

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

  • Built Environment Services

    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. 

  • Education and training

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

  • Qualification Reforms FAQs

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

  • Building Services Engineering

    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.

  • Qualification reform in England

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

  • Skills for Work and Life

    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. 

  • Engineering

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

  • Technical Occupation Qualifications

  • Travel, Tourism and Aviation

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

  • Manufacturing Industry

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

  • Events and webinars

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

  • Sport and Recreation

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

  • Children and Young People, Playwork and Youthwork

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

  • Retail and Warehousing

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

  • Qualifications Explained

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

  • Justice

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

  • Professional Recognition Awards

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

  • Beauty and Complementary Therapies

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

  • Digital and IT

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

  • Curriculum planning through the reforms

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

  • Learning

    We offer a full range of qualifications for Teaching, Learning and Development and Learning support. Our teaching qualifications include: Assessor and Quality Assurance, Education and Training, Learning Support, Essential Skills Practitioner and Advice and Guidance.

  • Employer Engagement

    As a global skills organisation, we work to support individuals to develop the skills needed for jobs. To do this, engaging with employers from a wide variety of industries and sectors is vital to ensure our qualifications and training programmes are fit for purpose.

  • Global Hospitality Qualifications

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

  • Health and Social Care

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

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  • Hospitality and Catering

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

  • Email Updates

    Tell us what interests you and you'll get email updates from City & Guilds.

  • City & Guilds awards

    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.

  • Land Based Services

    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.

  • e-Certificates for learners

    e-Certificates is your one-stop shop for viewing, downloading and purchasing certificates.

  • City & Guilds Assured

    Our new Assured service is an internationally recognised seal of approval and a business improvement tool, showing you how to how to take your training from good to great.

  • Skills for work and life

    Explore the City & Guilds maths and English offer in the UK and the rest of the world, including Functional Skills (mathematics, English and ICT).

  • Business Skills

    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.

  • E-books

    Digital versions of our textbooks can be accessed as e-books via a Blackboard or Moodle-based VLE, the VitalSource Bookshelf app or our SmartScreen platform.

  • Accelerate your Digital and AI learning journey

    If you are looking to expand your knowledge and skills in this area, City & Guilds and IBM have teamed up to enable access to four free short courses of learning that will give you an overview of the skills and knowledge you need to step into your future career.

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  • Working with us

    Working with us. Find out more about Walled Garden, e-volve, and e-Certificates. Learn more.

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  • Technical Advisors

    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.

  • Digital Platforms and Solutions

    We provide digital solutions and intuitive online platforms to support our customers to improve performance and encourage interactive e-learning experiences. Explore our platforms to find out how they can support delivery, assessment and learning.

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  • Cognassist personalised learning

    Discover inclusive, personalised learning at scale with City & Guilds x Cognassist—boost outcomes, meet compliance, and support every learner effectively.

  • Cognassist personalised learning

    Discover inclusive, personalised learning at scale with City & Guilds x Cognassist—boost outcomes, meet compliance, and support every learner effectively.

  • Construction

    The construction sector has a vital role to play in designing, installing, and implementing environmentally responsible buildings and infrastructure. As the industry continues to evolve with new technologies, materials, and techniques, continuous learning and upskilling are necessary to stay up to s

  • Engineering

    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

  • Building Services Engineering

    As the Building Services Engineering (BSE) industry moves towards a more sustainable future with new advanced installations and technologies, there has never been a better time for learners to kick-start their career.

  • Utilities

  • Hair

  • Transport and Automotive

    With the adoption of electric vehicles expected to accelerate, autonomous vehicles actively being developed and considerable technological change within the rail industry, there has never been a better time for learners to kick-start a career in this evolving sector.

  • Grow your business

    As an independent training provider, growing your business is no doubt high on your priorities, with City & Guilds.

  • 14-19 qualifications

    Our 14-19 offer includes a variety of qualifications and flexible programmes of study including Technical Qualifications; Apprenticeships; Traineeships; and Study Programmes. Learn more. 

  • Driving forward the future of electric vehicle charging

    Preparing for the future of Electric Vehicle infrastructure by developing essential skills and knowledge

  • Local Skills Improvement Plans

  • BuildSkill – Striving to raise standards in construction

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

  • Students and Parents

    Contact your centre for qualification grades and certificates. City & Guilds can assist in some cases. Visit our help for learners webpage for more information.

  • Results dates

    Key results days 2024: Stay informed on the key result dates for City & Guilds qualifications in 2024.

  • VTQ Communications

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

  • Centre Contact Forms and Roles

  • Key Submission Dates

    Key submission dates for 2024/2025 T Levels, Technical Qualifications, and EPQ. Ensure timely uploads of marks, grades, and evidence for student results.

  • Open Assess Success

  • VTQ Timely Delivery of Results

    City & Guilds ensures timely delivery of VTQ results for student progression. Find qualifications, responsibilities, key dates, and guidance on processes and checkpoints.

  • Centre document library

    The centre document library is designed for City & Guilds centres, with practical guidance about; malpractice, learner exam administration, policies and procedures.

  • Recognitions

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

  • Success - Education and Skills Funding Agency

  • Funding Updates

    An update on funding for delivering qualifications at City and Guilds.

  • 16-19 funding information

    Find out more about 16-19 Learning and Skills Funding. Maths and English? Apprenticeships for 16-19 year olds. Learn more.

  • 19+ Advanced Learner Loans

    Questions about 19+ Advanced Learner Loans? Get in touch with City & Guilds today for more information about our qualification offering.

  • Adult Care Document Success - Adult Skills

    You have successfully downloaded the adult skills funding made clear brochure.

  • Customer Application Form

    This form is for organisations intending to apply for centre and qualification approval with City & Guilds.

  • Funding for Maths and English

    Maths, English and ESOL funding arrangements (England) with City & Guilds.

  • Minimum Spend Threshold

    How do we know if our centre will be charged for minimum threshold by City & Guilds? What spend is included in the minimum threshold for a year? Learn more.

  • Remote Invigilation

    Find out more about the support for assessments on our e-volve platform, with our remote invigilation service.

  • Walled Garden Data services

    Walled Garden is an interactive administration service that allows you to carry out a range of day-to-day functions quickly and efficiently. Find out more.

  • Adult Skills Success

  • Quality assurance

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

  • About Courses

    Student Course Records? Confirming your qualifications? Professional Recognition Awards and Course Syllabuses? Learn more.

  • About Qualifications

    Help for learners. About qualifications. Confirming your qualification; how to appeal? View a list of logbook optional units. Learn more. 

  • Reasons to choose City & Guilds

    A prestigious history, help with your curriculum planning, creating employable learners. Find out more.

  • FAQs

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

  • SmartScreen help

    Administrators of Smartscreen. Our simple user guide should help with most tasks on Smartscreen. Find out more.

  • FAQs for centres

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

  • Replacement certificates for centres

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

  • Learner Notice

    Who are City & Guilds? What personal data do we collect? How do we process your personal data? Learn more.

  • Walled Garden help and support

    To help with your centre administration via the Walled Garden, below is a consolidated list of support materials. This will take you through each function of the Walled Garden step by step.

  • Personal learning record help

    What is the Personal Learning Record? Does this affect all customers? Will City & Guilds continue to use our Enrolment numbers (ENR)? Find out more.

  • How to replace or amend your certificate

    Learn how to request a replacement certificate or how to request an amendment to your certificate from City & Guilds using our online form.

  • Digital Credentials Support Hub

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

  • Success Stories - Digital Credentials

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

  • Learner welfare and wellbeing

    At City & Guilds we want everyone who is completing our programmes and qualifications to feel safe and supported for the full duration of their training and assessment.

  • Success

  • Endorsement for Digital Credentials

    Unlock digitally verifiable skills with digital credentials by City & Guilds. Powered by Credly, the global credentialing network.

  • About Centres

    How to become City & Guilds centre? How do you change your centre details? Fill out the form on About Centres. Find out more.

  • Functional Skills - 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.

  • What we offer employers

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

  • Engineering and Manufacturing

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

  • Case study - Exeter College - Success Stories

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

  • Case study - Oldham College - Success Stories

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

  • How Chelmsford College and Essex County Council are working together to prepare young learners for the future

  • Case study - York College - Success Stories

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

  • Middle East and North Africa

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

  • Pacific

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

  • Case study - Middlesbrough College - Success Stories

    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.

  • Hair and Beauty

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

  • Employers

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

  • South Asia

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

  • India and Nepal

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

  • ILM

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

  • Governments

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

  • Africa

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

  • Deliver additional qualifications

    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

  • Centre Winners

  • China

    We offer vocational and leadership qualifications as well as training services to centres and education providers in China

  • European Vocational 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.

  • Caribbean and the Americas

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

  • Centres

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

  • Case Studies

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

  • China

    We offer vocational and leadership qualifications as well as training services to centres and education providers in China

  • Hospitality and Catering

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

  • validation-activities

    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

  • Employer Industry Board

  • Work Ready

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

  • Engineering

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

  • East Asia, ASEAN and Greater China

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

  • Employer Industry Board

    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.

  • Digital Document Success

  • Business Document Success

  • EPA Document Library

    A collection of support and guidance materials to aide your EPA journey.

  • Health Document Success

  • EPA Venue Network

    Discover City & Guilds-endorsed centres in your area with the resources to facilitate end-point assessments across a number of sectors

  • Getting ready for end-point assessment

    Prepare for end-point assessment with helpful videos. Including tips for both face-to-face and remote events, aimed at apprentices and providers.

  • Switch your EPA

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

  • Proficient

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

  • Adult Child Care Document Success

  • IEPA bios

  • Guide-to-EPA-booking-lead-times

    Plan your apprentices' EPA dates efficiently. Discover pre-gateway services for Construction, Transport Maintenance, and Engineering standards with City & Guilds.

  • Construction Document Success

  • Success

  • Adam Parker - Success Stories

    Pennine Labels reach new digital heights with apprentice success.

  • Success

  • Phil Borodajkewycz - Success Stories

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

  • Engineering Document Success

  • Victoria Greenhalgh - Success Stories

  • Gemma Seal - Success Stories

  • Rebecca Markey - Success Stories

  • Olivia Paterson - Success Stories

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

  • Build the Future Nominations - Success Stories

  • Jace Training - Success Stories

  • Case Study Success

  • Wren Kitchens - Success Stories

  • Patrick Weaver - Success Stories

  • Autocare apprentices gear up for career success - Success Stories

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

  • Apprenticeships at Calderdale College - Success Stories

  • Luke Acford - Success Stories

    Taylor Wimpey and Geason celebrated the success of their apprentices as they earned their first distinctions in the new Bricklayer apprenticeship standard.

  • EPA Preparation Document Success

  • Future Standards and Revisions

    Plan ahead with an overview of new standards we will be launching and revisions to existing standards in the year ahead.

  • Business Administration

  • Customer Service Practitioner

  • Engineering Document Success

  • Apprenticeship showcase

    Apprentices showcase heritage‑inspired builds for the City & Guilds #NAW2026 Challenge. Watch the entries, explore their skills, and vote for your favourite creation.

  • Success

  • Sian Tibble - Success Stories

  • Flexible Workforce Development Fund

    Learn more about the flexible workforce development fund with City & Guilds.

  • Green Skills Podcast: Episode 1

  • Green Skills Podcast: Episode 2

    In this City & Guilds Green Edge Podcast episode, the hosts, Dr. Michael Cross and Fraser Harper discuss the vast scale of changes needed to achieve net zero emissions.

  • Great Jobs Episode 3

  • Great Jobs Episode 1

  • Great Jobs Episode 2

    In this episode, we explore the topic of green skills and the role that they play, not only in creating a sustainable future but also in powering the government’s ambitious levelling-up agenda.

  • Great Jobs Episode 4

  • Navigating the UK Skills Challenges Podcast: Episode 2 Part 2

    In the second of two podcasts exploring this topic, Bryony Kingsland and Eric Oliver are joined by Kira and Rob, members of the City & Guilds Young Learner Advisory Team, who share their insights on the employability challenges faced by young people in the modern workplace.

  • Navigating the UK Skills Challenges Podcast: Episode 5

    To explore the role of lifelong learning in helping people remain employable and productive at all stages of life, host Bryony Kingsland interviews Kirstie Donnelly to discuss a range of themes around this topic including potential changes to the Lifelong Learning Entitlement and how employers can w

  • Navigating the UK Skills Challenges Podcast: Episode 2

    In the first of two podcasts exploring this topic, Bryony Kingsland and Eric Oliver are joined by Kira and Rob, members of the City & Guilds Young Learner Advisory Team, who share their insights on the employability challenges faced by young people in the modern workplace.

  • Navigating the UK Skills Challenges Podcast: Episode 6

    In this special National Apprenticeship Week episode, host Bryony Kingsland explores how we can optimise apprenticeships for all involved.

  • Navigating the UK Skills Challenges Podcast: Episode 4

    In this episode series host Bryony Kingsland explores the transformative power of understanding and supporting menopause in the workplace.

  • Navigating the UK Skills Challenges Podcast: Episode 3

    To explore what Green means for skills in the 21st Century hosts Bryony Kingsland and Kerry Dunkley are joined by Jane Vivian who shares her insights on the challenges and opportunities of green skills for employers, learners and training providers.

  • Navigating the UK Skills Challenges Podcast: Episode 1

    In this podcast we explore alongside Craig Smith, Managing Director at Gen2, how employers and training providers can embrace innovation and nurture talent to ensure this sector revolutionises our economy.

  • Navigating the UK Skills Challenges Podcast: Episode 7

    Discover how UK construction can close its skills gap through collaboration, green and digital skills, and employer-led education initiatives.

  • In conversation with...

    While hosting our very first skills hub at last week’s Labour Party Conference, our Chief Executive, Kirstie Donnelly MBE, had the opportunity to catch up with former Education Secretary, and lifelong skills advocate, Lord David Blunkett for our ‘In Conversation With’ podcast.

  • In conversation with...

  • In conversation with...

    Explore Episode 4 of City & Guilds' podcast series, where experts discuss UK skills policy, productivity, and the future of workforce development.

  • In conversation with...

    Join us for an insightful conversation with Andrew Pakes MP, where we explore the challenges and opportunities in the apprenticeship landscape, and the government's vision for long-term skills development. This engaging episode is part of our ‘In Conversation With…’ series, featuring thought leaders

  • In conversation with...

    In this episode, Patrick Craven, Director of Policy, Strategic Partnerships, and Stakeholder Engagement at City & Guilds, speaks with Peter Bedford, the newly elected Conservative MP for Mid Leicestershire, on the importance of creating equal opportunities through apprenticeships and professional an

  • Youth Misspent Episode 2

  • Youth Misspent Episode 3

  • Youth Misspent Episode 5

    This episode takes a closer look at the energy sector, which is experiencing rapid, large-scale change.

  • Youth Misspent Episode 6

    This episode takes a closer look at the engineering sector, which is set to grow significantly over the coming years.

  • Youth Misspent Episode 4

    this episode takes a closer look at the manufacturing sector, the opportunities the industry can offer young people and employers, and some of the challenges many currently face such as, acute skills shortages.

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