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

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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.

3. Introducing City & Guilds Technical Qualifications
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Introducing City & Guilds Technical Qualifications

4. Technical Qualifications overview
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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

5. Key components of our Technical Qualifications
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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

6. Key facts about City & Guilds Technical Qualifications
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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

7. 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.
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8. Hospitality and Catering
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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

9. Why switch to City & Guilds Technical Qualifications?
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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.

10. 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.
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11. Employer involvement (KS5 only)
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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

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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

13. Support resources for planning
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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

14. Tutor support resources for teaching and learning
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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)

15. Engaging e-learning content
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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)

16. Teaching and learning support resources coverage
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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

17. Learner Journals (available for Hairdressing and Beauty)
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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.

18. Here’s what our customers are saying
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Here’s what our customers are saying

19. Stay in touch 1 Talk to your Business Manager
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20. April 2018
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