Our recent consultation asked for views on three main topics. These were
- the proposed categories for technical qualifications
- modular design and communication
- ensuring accessibility within the system
The primary purpose of the consultation was to inform the strengthening of the level 4, 5 and 6 technical qualification system.
Our consultation launched on 16 January 2024 and closed on 8 April 2024.
IfATE used a range of communication platforms to ensure a wide response to the consultation. IfATE held eight broad engagement events with stakeholders and also engaged in more specific engagement events, including across 15 Route Panels.
In total, the consultation received 24 direct responses, gathering the views of:
- employers
- representative bodies
- awarding bodies
- education and training providers
We are grateful to all the individuals and organisations that took the time to respond. You can view respondent feedback in our response document.
The responses received to this consultation will play a vital role in shaping a system that delivers a compelling lifelong learning offer.
Responsibility for promoting an effective, responsive, technical education system will now be passed to Skills England, the new executive agency of the Department for Education. Therefore, no formal decisions are provided within the document.
Decisions will be issued at a time when Skills England’s role in the approval of technical qualifications is formalised.
Published 12 November 2024
Last updated 12 November 2024
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