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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Employer frequently asked questions, help and support

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

City & Guilds has given help for centres, help for learners and help for employers sections . They have done the more help section.

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

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

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

Thank you for your interest in apprenticeships and EPA. Please visit EPA Service page.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.​

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

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.

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

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.

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

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. 

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

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

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

Here you’ll find all the key information and resources for exam officers and tutors in colleges and other institutions offering City & Guilds Technical Qualifications.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

City & Guilds has developed a wide range of qualifications in International English. We're no longer accepting International ESOL (IESOL) and Spoken ESOL (ISESOL) certificates.

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

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

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 the Security Industry including Introductory, Higher Level and apprenticeship options. Learn more.  

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

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

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

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

City & Guilds offers a wide range of qualifications in Hairdressing and Barbering, 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.

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

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

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. 

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.  

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

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

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 Transport Maintenance, including Introductory, Higher Level and apprenticeship options. Learn more.  

City & Guilds offers a wide range of qualifications in Justice and emergency services, 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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Unlock the full potential of your L&D strategy with expert guidance at every stage, from training programme development to quality assurance, assessment and evaluation.

Explore insights to help you build a future‑ready workforce. Browse upcoming events, articles, practical guides and webinar recordings.

We help a number of NHS trusts to deliver their purpose across a wide range of occupational groups, aligned to the Talent for Care programme.

City & Guilds work with employers all over the world to harness the potential of their workforce. Contact us today so we can help you get the most from yours.

The Quality Academy is a learning management system designed to help our international centres deliver vocational qualifications to the highest standards

Apprenticeships? End-point assessment (EPA) for apprenticeships? Assured? Join the coaching and mentoring revolution with City & Guilds.

This government initiative provides funding for employers to provide six month work placements for 16-to-24 year olds who are receiving Universal Credit and are at risk of long term unemployment.

We can work with you to ensure that you have the right people and technology systems in place to successfully manage data, monitor learning and track progress.

The ISB hope to encourage successful employer adoption of skills policy and reform by using its experience and expertise to hold the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.

We have been delighted to host a series of employer led discussions on the key skills challenges and topics facing organisations, both in the UK and internationally.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

Read how organisations across a variety of industries are using the Apprenticeship levy to meet skills gaps within their workforce

How City & Guilds and the National Youth Corps are working to reduce youth unemployment and boost economic growth in Sri Lanka.

How working with the Ministry of Education and local educators has allowed City & Guilds to support young learners .

Empower your leaders and managers through bespoke consultancy, coaching, in-house training, qualifications and apprenticeships.

e-Certificates allow learners to access PDF versions of their certificates, meaning you can quickly & easily validate them online using a unique authentication code.

Meet City & Guilds Skills Specialists, who support employers across all industries and sectors with tailored workforce development solutions.

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

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

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

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

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.

Develop safe, sustainable land‑based careers with City & Guilds qualifications, CoCs and CPD for agriculture, forestry, conservation and animal care.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

Pennine Labels reach new digital heights with apprentice success.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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 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.

View and download the key documents for the Building Service Industry sector from City & Guilds, including network presentations, need to know documents and more.

City & Guilds formed a Hair & Barbering Employer Industry Board of experts to show our commitment to meeting employers’ needs in the sector.

Future-ready skills for BSE and construction careers. Explore City & Guilds Technicals New Generation Level 2 & 3 qualifications. Request a call back today.

City & Guilds formed a BSE Employer Industry Board of experts to show our commitment to meeting employers’ needs in the sector.

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.

City & Guilds formed a Engineering Employer Industry Board of experts to show our commitment to meeting employers’ needs in the sector.

The NPTC Fund has been available for the benefit of the land-based sector and specifically to support the original NTPC Charitable objectives

View and download key documents for the Hairdressing sector from City & Guilds, including network presentations, need to know documents and more.

View & download key documents for the Land-based sector from City & Guilds, including our monthly newsletter, presentations and more.

Learn more about the relationship between the National Land Based College (NLBC) and City & Guilds. We develop qualifications and training for the land based sector.

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 page. 

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

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.

City & Guilds formed a Transport Employer Industry Board of experts to show our commitment to meeting employers’ needs in the sector.

City & Guilds formed a Dental Employer Industry Board of experts to show our commitment to meeting employers’ needs in the sector.

As a leading Awarding Organisation working in Adult Care we are delighted to offer two exciting NEW diplomas: 3086-31 Level 3 (Diploma in Adult Care) and 3086-51 Level 5 (Diploma in Leadership and Management in Adult Care) in England.

City & Guilds offers a wide range of qualifications in Health and Social Care. Find the teaching and learning materials on this page.

City & Guilds formed a Health and Social Care Employer Industry Board of experts to show our commitment to meeting employers’ needs in the sector.

City & Guilds formed a Beauty & Complementary Therapies Industry Advisory Board of experts to show our commitment to meeting employers’ needs in the sector.

See the endorsements and recognitions for City & Guilds Health and Social Care qualifications, including from the UK Department of Health.

City & Guilds formed a Beauty Employer Industry Board of experts to show our commitment to meeting employers’ needs in the sector.

Explore our key documents relating to Transport Maintenance courses & qualifications, including: Maintenance & Repair, Vehicle Fitting, Vehicle Body & Paint Repairs, & Roadside Assistance.

Keep up to date with the latest news on our updates and webinars for the digital and IT sector.

Keep up to date with the latest news on Essential Digital Skills Qualifications (EDSQ).

City & Guilds formed a Digital Employer Industry Board of experts to show our commitment to meeting employers’ needs in the sector.

Interactive e-learning for Level 2 Bricklaying, Carpentry & Joinery by City & Guilds and MidKent College. Engaging content, progress tracking, and more.

This community lives inside our existing Your Voice platform and is designed to help you connect, collaborate, and share knowledge, creating an inclusive network for everyone involved in City & Guilds Construction qualifications.

City & Guilds formed a Construction Employer Industry Board of experts to show our commitment to meeting employers’ needs in the sector.

City & Guilds formed a Construction Employer Industry Board of experts to show our commitment to meeting employers’ needs in the sector.

Key documents from City & Guilds for health and social care.

Follow this step by step approval process guide to get up and running with delivering City & Guilds Construction qualifications.

View and download the key documents for the Beauty & Complementary Therapies sector from City & Guilds, including network presentations, need to know documents and more.

View and download learning resources for the Construction sector from City & Guilds, including sample lesson plans, worksheets and tests.

City & Guilds formed a Hospitality & Catering Employer Industry Board of experts to show our commitment to meeting employers’ needs in the sector.

City & Guilds regularly consults on new qualification developments and changes relating to construction sector.

City & Guilds formed a Business Employer Industry Board of experts to show our commitment to meeting employers’ needs in the sector.

View & download key documents for the Hospitality & Catering sector from City & Guilds, including our monthly newsletter, presentations and more.

Explore the range of City & Guilds teaching & learning resources for Business Skills, including textbooks. We offer a full breadth of teaching & learning materials.

City & Guilds authorise fit for purpose National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) and Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) which are based on occupational standards.

Not sure what each of the City & Guilds levels really mean? Looking for NVQ Levels 1,2,3,4,5,6,7, 8?

Let us keep you up to date with the latest news in Construction. Find out about the latest developments related to the City & Guilds Construction portfolio.

Keep up to date with the latest news on our updates, newsletters and webinars for the Business skills sector.

Explore career routes into the electrical sector with our introductory guides to courses, apprenticeships, and skills training for continuous professional development.

Help us develop Building Services Engineering qualifications. City & Guilds regularly consult industry experts. Get involved in our Building Services consultations.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

Explore AI adoption in further education with experts on Future Skills. Learn strategies for upskilling, AI governance, and balancing innovation with data security.

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.

Explore AI adoption in further education with experts on Future Skills. Learn strategies for upskilling, AI governance, and balancing innovation with data security.

Explore durable skills in the workforce with City & Guilds and FE News. Episode 5 reveals challenges, solutions, and expert insights for future-ready careers.

Gain insights from industry leaders on construction solutions, apprenticeships, and digital transformation in Episode 4 of Future skills podcast by City & Guilds and FE News.

Find out more about Construction and Building Services Engineering new qualifications. This starts in Wales from September 2021.

A practical guide with 10 steps to help organisations embrace a skills-based approach that boosts agility, supports strategy and nurtures a culture of learning.

Explore the skills challenges and opportunities affecting the advanced manufacturing workforce. Includes contributions from Make UK and Cyient.

How did Places for People tackle skills shortages in the housing sector by becoming a training provider?

Specsavers has used the introduction of the apprenticeship levy to review its approach and further invest in its people.

See how O’Halloran and O’Brien use its apprenticeship programme to show the breadth of great careers the construction industry can offer.

View the 2016/17 Medals for Excellence winner, make a nomination for 2017/18 and read more about the City & Guilds learner awards programme.

The Professional Recognition Awards are given to learners who are committed to Professional Services plus 5 standards. Find out more.

The City & Guilds Medal for Excellence is a distinguished work of art whose design has remained largely unchanged since 1880.

For over 100 years, we have run the annual City & Guilds Medals for Excellence programme to recognise success amongst our learners and tutors.

Congratulations to all the winners of the Medals for Excellence programme.

We run free webinars and networks throughout the year to ensure our centres are supported at every stage of their Functional Skills delivery, from on-boarding, curriculum planning through to ongoing delivery.

How can you increase learner engagement in your English and maths programmes?

How can you improve the quality of your English and maths programmes?

How can you improve the life chances of learners with English and maths programmes?

What sets City & Guilds ESOL Skills for Life apart? Find out about ESOL skills structure, assessment and support. Learn more

City & Guilds offer a range of Maths and English within England. For details of qualifications we do, get in touch.

Explore the City & Guilds maths and English qualifications offer in Northern Ireland, including ESOL Skills for Life & Essential Skills qualifications for learners.

We have partnered with Klik2Learn to offer Journey 2 English, a digital course for intermediate learners of English.

City & Guilds is one of only four awarding bodies accredited to offer the Essential Skills qualifications (ESQ) in Wales. Explore our ESQ offer in Wales.

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

Functional Skills Assessment updates 2016

City & Guilds have explained the requirements for conducting exams and keeping materials confidential.

Centres must notify City & Guilds of any exceptional changes to the date, time and/or location of scheduled bookings for 4748 paper and on-screen (e-volve) exams.

City & Guilds offers Functional Skills in maths, English and digital. Essential for real-life, employment and further studies.

Explore funded City & Guilds digital Functional Skills at Entry Level 3 and Level 1, replacing Functional Skills ICT.

Maximise your Functional Skills delivery with e-Functional Skills reloaded - an online teaching & learning resource supporting you from initial assessment to exam success.

Fancy doing Maths and English qualifications in Scotland? Find out more.

Listen to what teachers and tutors are saying about functional skills and e-functional skills with City & Guilds.

City & Guilds run Mathematics and English Skills and English for Business Communications internationally.

Skills for Work and Life Updates

Explore City & Guilds' Mathematics and English Skills (3850) for Jamaica. Access handbooks, exam papers, updates, and register for email alerts.

Functional Skills Assessment updates 2016

City & Guilds offer a range of maths and English qualifications and learning units in addition to Functional Skills, Essential Skills and ESOL Skills for Life.

Get ready to be involved in e-volve OpenAssess. This is to help you prepare for your on-screen Functional Skills exams. Find out more.

Learn about the City & Guilds e-certificates offer for centres - available to all centres with a Walled Garden account. Includes answers to frequently asked questions.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View David's profile and discover how he can support you.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Simon's profile and discover how he can support you.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Kimberley's profile and discover how she can support you.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Paul's profile and discover how he can support you.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Dominic's profile and discover how he can support you.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Katherine's profile and discover how she can support you.

Forget June-December exam cycles, save time and money, and receive instant feedback and exam results with e-volve.

E-volve: Secure online assessment platform for learners & staff. Access tests, results, and reports easily with City & Guilds' e-volve support.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Amelia's profile and discover how she can support you.

City & Guilds e-volve software licence for the use of the e-volve software (including any associated documentation).

Walled Garden is a free online administration service. It has been especially developed to enable City & Guilds approved centres to carry out a range of day-to-day functions quickly and efficiently via the internet.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Rob's profile and discover how he can support you.

Employability skills - qualifications for the unemployed. City & Guilds offer Employability Practitioner CPD academy and Employability E-Learning. Learn more.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Amelia's profile and discover how she can support you.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View David's profile and discover how he can support you.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Alex's profile and discover how she can support you.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Alison's profile and discover how she can support you.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Kimberley's profile and discover how she can support you.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View David's profile and discover how he can support you.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Diane's profile and discover how she can support you.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Paul's profile and discover how he can support you.

City & Guilds Learning Assistant is a market-leading e-portfolio system designed to enable your organisation to reach its full potential.

Broaden your students learning options with City & Guilds interactive digital learning. We have developed flexible, relevant and engaging programmes to support you.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Suzi's profile and discover how she can support you.

Fill out the Digital Learning Form to select which e-learning product you are interested in? Learn more.

City & Guilds technical advisors are on hand to provide guidance and answer queries from our centres and employers across all our industries. View Jason's profile and discover how he can support you.

We spoke to an educational and business consultant with over 15 years' experience to understand why organisations should be investing in high-quality training programmes.

Terms and conditions for the Learning Assistant assessment delivery platform SaaS agreement between City & Guilds and clients, outlining services and rights.

SmartScreen is a tutor and learner support website, set up by City & Guilds to support learners, tutors and assessors by providing specific support materials for City & Guilds' qualifications.

City and Guilds have done this SmartScreen enquiry form in order to purchase SmartScreen.

City & Guilds can help you save time and money by increasing efficiency with smarter resources, new tools and ways of managing qualifications.

Drive success by increasing effectiveness with City & Guilds. From CPD and consultancy to funding advice. Grow your business with City & Guilds.

Offer industry-recognised electrical CPD to keep professionals current, compliant, and competitive with trusted qualifications from City & Guilds.

Explore impactful case studies showcasing how City & Guilds Assured services have benefitted various organisations.

The International Centre for Culinary Arts (ICCA) Dubai is a world class culinary centre, delivering programmes recognised by City and Guilds, which has helped them create a new way of delivering culinary education.

Your Housing Group boosts leadership, motivation, and performance through ILM Assured training, aligning with its people strategy and sector goals.

City & Guilds helps independent training providers and FE colleges understand the changing vocational education landscape through our research reports.

Hear why Network Rail chose to partner with City & Guilds to accredit their bespoke training, and the positive impact it’s had on their teams.

How to apply for the 'world association of Chefs Societies Recognition of Quality Culinary Education' standards. Find out more.

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.

How Burton College and City & Guilds are helping to build a greener future.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

When applying for a 19+ Advanced Learning Loan, there is no credit check and household income isn't taken into account.

The UK Government offers loans to students aged 19+ to pay for their course fees to study at level 3, 4, 5 or 6 so they can improve their career prospects.

Get all the latest news and information on City & Guilds 19+ Advanced learner loans. Find out about your eligibility and the benefits of the loans today.

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

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI). Quicker and more reliable, Reduction of errors, no more forms to fill in. Learn more.

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.

Level 2

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6146 will close for registrations on 31 August 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.

Level 2

These qualifications will close for registrations on 31 December 2026.

SCQF 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

Level 2

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

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

No Level

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

6014 will close for registration on 31 August 2026.  Alternative provision is the City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Gas Engineering (9074-03). 

Level 3

These qualifications 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 installation. All are based on the National Occupational Sta

Level 3

These qualifications are for those installing Gas or Electrical Power Smart Meter installers and will allow candidates to learn, develop and practise the skills required to install and maintain Smart Meters and communication devices. Smart Meters are part of the Govern

Level 2

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