Land-based services

The Land-based sector underpins vital industries across the UK, from agriculture and forestry to managed landscapes, conservation and animal care. These industries rely on skilled, competent people with the right Land-based qualifications and assessments to work safely, sustainably and to recognised industry standards.

That is why City & Guilds are here to support learning across Land-based careers, delivering education and assessment that is industry recognised and rooted in real-world practice. City & Guilds help deliver the largest and most comprehensive Land-based sector portfolio covering qualifications as well as Certificates of Competence (CoC) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) through our NPTC by City & Guilds portfolio. We support assessment centres, employers and their learners from routes into industry right through to competent career progression.

Supporting thriving careers across the Land-based Sector

Whether you’re taking your first steps or advancing your career, we support you at every stage.

Backed by expert guidance, high-quality resources, and robust quality assurance, City & Guilds helps our colleges and centres deliver assessments confidently and consistently, while ensuring learners gain skills that take root for life – ready to work safely and competently in real-world environments. From initial approval and delivery support through to assessment guidance, updates and ongoing development, we’re here to support you throughout your journey. 

Two brands. One joined-up land sector offer.

City & Guilds Land-based Qualifications

City & Guilds delivers regulated land-based qualifications that build knowledge, practical skills and clear progression routes across the sector. These qualifications support learners at every stage, from entry-level learning through to advanced professional development.

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NPTC Certificates of Competence and CPD

NPTC specialises in Certificates of Competence and competence-based assessment, confirming that individuals can carry out specific tasks safely and to recognised industry standards. Its offer also includes CPD and licence-to-practice assessment for sector-critical activities.

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Into the job... onto the next job with real career progression

City & Guilds works to build competence, confidence and compliance across the Land-based sector.

Resources and events

Access trusted resources, expert guidance and technical support to support confident delivery. Alongside practical guides and webinars, discover the events we’re attending and hosting and join us to connect, learn and stay up to date with industry developments.

Rooted in Industry to Raise Standards

With almost 150 years of expertise, City & Guilds is proud to work with the Land-based industries to shape assessments that reflect real employer needs. By staying rooted in industry insight, we’re helping to raise standards, build stronger skills, and prepare learners for the future. 

Our industry board

Find out how we work with industry experts through our Employer Industry Board to ensure our training meets employer needs and supports young people’s success.

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Qualifications reforms

Post-16 qualifications in England are changing to support clearer routes into jobs and higher education.

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Support qualification development

We’re inviting technical experts and senior decision-makers to join our Employer Register.

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News and insights

Discover the latest insights, sector news, and updates, enabling you to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving Land sector.

Meet the team

Get to know the people behind our products and discover how we help you drive learner success. They’re help you along your journey, from the ground up. 

Anthony Muller

Senior Product Lead

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Susie Brennan

Product Manager

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Jackie Hough

Industry Manager

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