City & Guilds Technical Qualifications This is a summary of a the FY 2018 marketing strategy for England. City & Guilds Technical Qualifications

April 2018 About City & Guilds City & Guilds is the UK’s leading development organisation. We enable providers, employers and trainees to meet the needs of today’s workplace. The City and Guilds of London Institute was founded by the City of London over 130 years ago and remains the awarding organisation for City & Guilds qualifications. Our heritage makes us uniquely positioned to anticipate the future of work and learning.

Introducing City & Guilds Technical Qualifications April 2018 Introducing City & Guilds Technical Qualifications

Technical Qualifications overview April 2018 Technical Qualifications overview Level Type of qualification Size (GLH) Age Group Key Stage 4 2 Technical Award 120 14 –16 Key Stage 5 Technical Certificate 360 / 450 16 + 3 Advanced Technical Certificate / Diploma / Extended Diploma 360 / 450 / 540 / 720 / 1080 Approved by the DfE to appear on Performance Tables  for information visit: cityandguilds.com/dfe Built in line with DfE’s design principles Carry UCAS points at Level 3 – supporting progression to university For KS5 only: Available at Levels 2 and 3, delivered over one or two years. *Sizes and levels vary per subject area Designed in partnership with employers such as EDF, RSPCA and IBM Available at level 2 and 3 and in different sizes to meet an individual learner’s needs, delivered over one or two years

Key components of our Technical Qualifications April 2018 Key components of our Technical Qualifications These are the components that make up Technical Qualifications. All components must be completed to achieve the qualification. Technical Qualifications Synoptic Assignment Contributes to 60% of overall grade - Externally set (City & Guilds) - Internally marked (Centre) - Externally moderated (City & Guilds) - Contributes to final Technical Qualification grade Theory exam(s) Contributes to 40% of overall grade - Externally marked (City & Guilds) Employer involvement (KS5 qualifications L2 & L3 only) - Centres develop programme of activities - Evidence submitted (Centre) - External review and approval (City & Guilds) - Requirement for Technical Qualification Centre-assessed components (e.g. optional units) Does not apply to all Technicals - - Centres select which units to deliver - Samples externally moderated (City & Guilds) There is no direct claim status (DCS) for Technical Qualifications. Results are issued by City & Guilds

Key facts about City & Guilds Technical Qualifications April 2018 Key facts about City & Guilds Technical Qualifications Focus on practical skills Reduce burden of assessment Focus on critical knowledge Reduction of duplication of assessment KS5 is more focused on what employers need

Approval Process: Centre decides which qualifications they want to offer Centre applies for the qualification(s) by submitting a QAP form through the Walled Garden in the Quality tab Quality team receives the approval application and begins the approval process For existing Centres, based on Centre and qualification risk the Quality Delivery team will either complete a desk based approval and / or an EQA will be required to visit the Centre before approval can be granted Technical Qualifications follow the academic year, so approved Centres must ensure they meet key delivery and assessment deadlines. New Centres: If you’re a school, college or a private training provider looking to become a City & Guilds centre, please get in touch via our Customer Application Form on our website. Once you've filled out the form you’ll be contacted by us and we’ll guide you through the process of becoming a centre and you could be up and running in as little as 30 days. Existing Centres: If you're an existing City & Guilds centre looking to offer more qualifications including Technical Qualifications, you’ll need to submit a Qualification Approval (QAP) Form within the Walled Garden Portal. Centres already delivering Level 3 Technicals would be able to be 'automatically approved' for any subsequent Level 2's. April 2018

Hospitality and Catering April 2018 100 Approved Technical Qualifications on 2019 performance tables (*99 Approved on 2018 performance tables) Automotive Beauty Building Services Business Construction Digital Early Years Engineering Hairdressing Health and Care Hospitality and Catering Land Based Travel and Tourism Awaiting DfE confirmation on 2020 performance tables

Why switch to City & Guilds Technical Qualifications? April 2018 Why switch to City & Guilds Technical Qualifications? High-quality robust assessment methodology in-line with Post-16 Skills Plan Our sector-specific Technical Advisors will support throughout the transition from curriculum planning through to on-boarding These are rigorous, at Level 2 and 3, they equip learners with specialist knowledge and skills, enabling entry to an apprenticeship, employment or progression to a related higher education course Our Level 3 Technical Advanced Extended Diploma carry UCAS points and widely recognised and accepted by universities in the UK Content and assessment materials produced by technical experts with experience of delivery, ensuring that the qualifications are pitched at the right level to be understood by learners and prepare them for employment and further education. Industry bodies, employers and colleges / universities have steered the design process.

What are the benefits for your Key Stage 5 learners? High-quality qualifications which provide your learners with the technical skills and knowledge required to be effective in their first job. Choice of progression Using our extensive expertise in qualification development, our Technical Qualifications are designed to allow seamless progression, whether that’s to apprenticeships or onto employment or directly to university. Relevant qualifications, closely aligned with industry practice Whether they’re looking to land their first job, progress in an existing career or find employment, our qualifications will give learners the knowledge and skills to actually do the job. That’s why they’re trusted and valued by employers. Recognised by employers across the country Increase your learner’s choice of employment opportunities. This means their achievements are recorded and maintained throughout their career, promoting career growth and creating opportunities. April 2018

Employer involvement (KS5 only) April 2018 Employer involvement (KS5 only) For the Key Stage 5 Technical Qualifications (L2 & L3), the employer involvement component must be met by all learners in order to achieve the qualification. This process is explained in the ‘Employer Involvement Centre Guidance’ document too. Stage 1 - Approval Centre completes employer involvement plan as part of qualification approval City & Guilds review plan during approval visit and give improvement actions if necessary Approval is given, provided all other approval requirements are met Centre submits plan for final sign off by the Quality Team Stage 3 Submission Centre completes employer involvement declaration and submits evidence for learners in sample City & Guilds review declaration and learner evidence and confirm whether requirement has been met (remote activity) If required, City & Guilds provide actions to be completed by centre in order for requirements to be met Centres arrange for learners to undertake range of ‘meaningful’ employer involvement activities Centres ensure that evidence of employer involvement activities is captured Contingency arranged for learners unable to complete / access employer involvement activities Stage 2 - Delivery

April 2018 Transition to Technical Qualifications supporting you through the change Curriculum development / implementation: Dedicated sales teams supporting you to understand the needs of your local area and learners Expert Technical Advisors helping you to understand how the reforms will affect you Events offering year-round support and guidance via networking and focus groups Full transition support: Curriculum planning with your head of curriculum and department In-depth implementation planning Support with stakeholder engagement including staff and learners Technicals & Moderation Support team - a dedicated support team on hand to support with the administration of Technical Qualifications including timelines, deadlines and how to use the Moderation Portal

Support resources for planning April 2018 Support resources for planning We have resources available to support your curriculum planning through to delivery. Our resources also include key changes in teaching, learning and assessment. Understanding more about the key changes: Teaching, learning and assessment guide Assessment video Marking and moderation centre guide Employer involvement centre guide Qualification handbooks Plus much more…. To view our resources or frequently asked questions, visit cityandguilds.com/technicals

Tutor support resources for teaching and learning April 2018 Tutor support resources for teaching and learning Tutor resources: Our SmartScreen Learning Management System offers schemes of work handouts, presentations, worksheets and revision questions for a wide range of qualifications (all units covered)

Engaging e-learning content April 2018 Engaging e-learning content Interactive materials: A number of qualifications have comprehensive, dedicated interactive e-learning resources (either video or animation based) to help bring the learning to life. Materials available for: Professional Cookery, Plumbing and Electrotech Carpentry and Joinery, Bricklaying Beauty Therapy. (Hairdressing coming Autumn 18)

Teaching and learning support resources coverage April 2018 Teaching and learning support resources coverage Standardise the delivery of foundation knowledge and techniques Available for: Level 2 SmartScreen  Level 3 SmartScreen   Professional Cookery Electrotech  Plumbing  HSC  Automotive (Light Vehicle) Plastering  Bricklaying  Architectural Joinery  Carpentry  Painting and Decorating  Digital Technologies  Nail Services  Media Make Up  Hairdressing and Barbering Beauty Therapy  Saves significant preparation time Schemes of work Handouts Worksheets Presentations Sample lesson plans Revision materials Plus more… Gives confidence that content is being delivered to the right depth and coverage

Learner Journals (available for Hairdressing and Beauty) April 2018 Learner Journals (available for Hairdressing and Beauty) Learner Journals contain the scope of content for each unit within the qualifications and opportunities for learners to reflect upon their learning. Learners can also receive observational feedback from their tutors, employers or clients in the classroom or during a workplace placement and log any work experience. They also include lots of helpful pictures, hints, tips and quotes from top names in the industry – all designed to make the qualification simple to understand and fun to practise.

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