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WHAT’S NEW AND COMING SOON
SUPPORTINGYOUBETTER INDELIVERY
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WELCOME
At City & Guilds, we want to help you in these times of change and over the past few years we have focussed on creating new and innovative solutions to meet the ever increasing demands of employers, funding and regulators. We have invested significantly in new qualifications, assessments, teaching and learning resources and support services to ensure you have the most industry-relevant and job-focused offers available.
The two fundamental shifts we have responded to recently as you will see in this edition, are the need for higher quality and more challenging professional and technical progression at 14-19 and our evolving apprenticeships offer being developed to respond to the new trailblazer occupations.
Technical Qualifications and City & Guilds TechBacCity & Guilds has responded to this shift with a full range of DfE-approved Technical Qualifications at KS4 and KS5 for September 2016 delivery. With our level 3 technicals gaining UCAS points, we can now open doors into academic study as well as better preparing people for the world of work and higher apprenticeships.
The City & Guilds TechBac is a new approach to skills-based education for 14-19 year olds that’s been designed to bridge the gap between education and employment. The TechBac has been developed with employers and education providers to offer a unique blend of hands-on technical skills, transferable ‘soft’ skills and workplace behaviours. This helps learners to feel more confident and ready for work, and gives employers the skilled and work-ready recruits they need. I urge you to look at our Workplace Skills offer which is unique in its blended online and offline approach helping you develop, recognise and showcase the transferable skills and working habits that employers demand to compliment high-quality, employer-designed Technical Qualifications.
cityandguilds.com/techbac
Apprenticeships The Trailblazers programme is a hugely exciting time for the future of apprenticeships. The implementation plan for the reforms is well underway and City & Guilds is at the forefront of these changes.
We have a number of sectors actively developing standards that will be ready to deliver in the near future, as well as a number of standards that are already on the market. As our work with the trailblazer groups progresses, we will be updating information about our new trailblazer offer at:
cityandguilds.com/apprenticeships
However, our role is not just to create new products and services to equip learners with the right skills to get a job. We see our role extending further to advise our providers on how to navigate the reforms. In response to this we have produced the following papers:
Making Apprenticeships work
cityandguilds.com/qualifications-and-apprenticeships/apprenticeships/thought-leadership/industry-skills-board
Remaking Apprenticeships
cityandguilds.com/qualifications-and-apprenticeships/apprenticeships/thought-leadership/remaking
Our purpose today is just as relevant and important as it’s always been: to help people progress into a job, develop on the job, and move onto their next job. I look forward to working together in 2016/17 to make this a reality.
To ensure that you stay ahead of the changes book an appointment with your Business Manager to find out how City & Guilds can prepare you for the future.
Chris Kirk UK Products and Services Director
CITY & GUILDS TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (PART OF TECHBAC)QUALIFICATIONSAPPRENTICESHIPSLEARNING RESOURCES
LAND BASED SERVICES
HOSPITALITY AND CATERING
BEAUTY ANDCOMPLEMENTARYTHERAPIES
CONSTRUCTION
HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
BUILT ENVIRONMENT SERVICES
HAIRDRESSING
BUILDING SERVICES INDUSTRY
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
IT
CHILDREN
KEY PROGRAMME UPDATES
ENHANCING TEACHING AND LEARNING UPDATES
SKILLS FOR WORKAND LIFE
UTILITIESTRANSPORTMAINTENANCE
TRAVEL, TOURISM AND AVIATION
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BEAUTY AND
COMPLEMENTARY
THERAPIES
LEARNING RESOURCES
DATE PRODUCT TYPE TITLE PRICE
Jun 2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma inBeauty and Spa Therapy (includes digital learning)
£850
May 2016
SmartScreen Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma inNail Technology
£350
May 2016
SmartScreen Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Theatrical and Media Make-up
£350
Jul 2016
Textbook The City & Guilds Textbook:Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma inBeauty and Spa Therapy
£27.99
Aug 2016
E-book The City & Guilds Textbook:Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma inBeauty and Spa Therapy
£28 (£23.33 + VAT)
Aug 2016
Learner Journal Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Beauty and Spa Therapy: Learner Journal
£14
Aug 2016
Learner Journal Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Nail Technology: Learner Journal
£14
Aug 2016
Learner Journal Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Media Make-up Artistry: Learner Journal
£14
Aug 2016
Learner Journal Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Theatrical, Special Effects and Media Make-up Artistry: Learner Journal
£14
COMING SOONWHAT’S NEW
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BUILDING SERVICES
INDUSTRY
APPRENTICESHIPS
DATE APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD DESCRIPTION OFFER TYPE COMMENT
Late 2016
RefrigerationAir-conditioning and Heat PumpEngineeringTechnician(RACHP)
This apprenticeship is intended for technicians working within a wide variety of environments within the UK refrigeration industry and will equip them with the skills in design, installation, routine maintenance, reactive service and commissioning and de-commissioning of refrigeration, air-conditioning and heat pump systems.
On Programme and End-point Assessment
We are an approved end-point assessment organisation on the Register of Apprentice Assessment Organisations (RoAAO) for this Standard.
LEARNING RESOURCES
DATE PRODUCT TYPE TITLE PRICE
Live Now
SmartScreen Level 3 Award in Water Regulations and Hot Water Systems
£100
Jun2016
Learner Training Manual and Logbook
Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification: Learner Training Manual and Workplace Logbook
£14.00
Aug2016
SmartScreen Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Plumbing
£350
Aug2016
SmartScreen Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Electrical Installation
£350
Aug2016
SmartScreen Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification £350
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WHAT’S NEW
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BUILT ENVIRONMENT
SERVICES
DATE TITLE AIMED AT GLH
Available for teaching Sept 2016
6720-21City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Award in Constructing and Maintaining the Built Environment
KS4age 14-16
120
Available for teaching Sept 2016
6720-30City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Certificate in Constructing the Built Environment
KS5age 16-1919+ adultloans
360
Available for teaching Sept 2016
6720-32City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Constructing the Built Environment (720)
KS5age 16-1919+ adultloans
720
Available for teaching Sept 2016
6720-31City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Constructing the Built Environment (540)
KS5age 16-1919+ adultloans
540
Available for teaching Sept 2016
6720-33City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Constructing the Built Environment (1080)
KS5age 16-1919+ adultloans
1080
CITY & GUILDS TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (PART OF TECHBAC)
DESCRIPTION
These qualifications will be available for teaching from September 2016, which are DfE approved, and will carry UCAS points to support progress to University. They can be delivered stand alone or as part of the City & Guilds TechBac.
COMING SOON
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BUILT ENVIRONMENT
SERVICES
APPRENTICESHIPS
DATE APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD DESCRIPTION OFFER TYPE COMMENT
LiveNow
PropertyMaintenanceOperative
A Property Maintenance Operative is to optimise property condition & qualityand to ensure the building is kept in a safe working condition. Property Maintenance Operativesneed to maintain a high level of quality, providing maximum satisfaction to customers, clients,guests and team. They will understand the mechanism of buildings including electrical, plumbing,plant, safety systems and equipment. They will provide first and immediate response to fault finding,whilst maximising quality and ensuring cost effectiveness. They will ensure prevention of majordamage that could result in extensive costs and minimise reactive intervention.
On-Programme & End-Point Assessment
We are an approved end-point assessment organisation on theRegister of Apprentice Assessment Organisations (RoAAO) for this Standard. Assessment
WHAT’S NEW
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CITY & GUILDS TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (PART OF TECHBAC)
DESCRIPTION
These qualifications will be available for teaching from September 2016, which are DfE approved, and will carry UCAS points to support progress to University. They can be delivered stand alone or as part of the City & Guilds TechBac.
DATE TITLE AIMED AT GLH
Available for teaching Sept 2016
3605-30City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma inEarly Years and Childcare (540)
KS5 age 16-19 19+ adult loans
540
COMING SOONCHILDREN
LEARNING RESOURCES
DATE PRODUCT TYPE TITLE PRICE
Aug 2016
SmartScreen Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Early Years and Childcare
£350
LEARNING RESOURCES
DATE PRODUCT TYPE TITLE PRICE
Aug 2016
SmartScreen Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Bricklaying
£350
Aug 2016
SmartScreen Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Site Carpentry
£350
Aug 2016
SmartScreen Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Architectural Joinery
£350
Aug 2016
SmartScreen Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Painting and Decorating
£350
Aug 2016
SmartScreen Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Plastering
£350
CONSTRUCTION
COMING SOON
COMING SOON
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EDUCATION AND TRAINING
HOSPITALITY AND CATERING
HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE
LEARNING RESOURCES
DATE PRODUCT TYPE TITLE PRICE
May 2016
E-book The City & Guilds Textbook: Level 3 Award in Education and Training
£19.99 (£16.66 + VAT)
LEARNING RESOURCES
DATE PRODUCT TYPE TITLE PRICE
Live Now
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 2/3 Professional Cookery (includes digital learning)
£850
APPRENTICESHIPS
DATE APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD DESCRIPTION OFFER TYPE COMMENT
Live Now
DentalNurse
Dental Nurses may work in a variety of clinicalenvironments and the apprenticeship reflects allaspects of clinical responsibilities and duties of adental nurse’s role. It will provide the apprenticewith the relevant qualification to apply to theGeneral Dental Council (GDC) for professionalregistration as a dental nurse.
On-Programmeand End-Point Assessment
We are an approved end-point assessment organisation on theRegister of Apprentice Assessment Organisations (RoAAO) for this Standard
LEARNING RESOURCES
DATE PRODUCT TYPE TITLE PRICE
Aug 2016
SmartScreen Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Health and Care
£350
WHAT’S NEW
WHAT’S NEW
WHAT’S NEW
COMING SOON
COMING SOON
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HAIRDRESSING CITY & GUILDS TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (PART OF TECHBAC)
DESCRIPTION
These qualifications will be available for teaching from September 2016, which are DfE approved, and will carry UCAS points to support progress to University. They can be delivered stand alone or as part of the City & Guilds TechBac.
LEARNING RESOURCES
DATE PRODUCT TYPE TITLE PRICE
July2016
Textbook The City & Guilds Textbook: Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Hairdressing and Barbering
£27.99
Aug 2016
E-book The City & Guilds Textbook: Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Hairdressing and Barbering
£28 (£23.33 + VAT)
Aug 2016
Learner Journal Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Hairdressing: Learner Journal
£14
Aug 2016
Learner Journal Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Barbering: Learner Journal
£14
DATE TITLE AIMED AT GLH
Available for teaching Sept 2016
3038-21City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Award in Hair and Beauty Studies
KS4age 14-16
120
COMING SOON
COMING SOON
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IT CITY & GUILDS TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (PART OF TECHBAC)
DESCRIPTION
These qualifications will be available for teaching from September 2016, which are DfE approved, and will carry UCAS points to support progress to University. They can be delivered stand alone or as part of the City & Guilds TechBac.
DATE TITLE AIMED AT GLH
Available for teachingSept 2016
5220-20City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Award in Digital Technologies
KS4 age 14-16
120
LEARNING RESOURCES
DATE PRODUCT TYPE TITLE PRICE
Aug2016
SmartScreen Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Digital Technologies
£350
**The below learning resources and assessments are available in Microsoft Office 2010 or 2013.
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 1 Word Processing Software (Courseware)
tbc
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 1 Presentation Software (Courseware)
tbc
COMING SOON
COMING SOON
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**The below learning resources and assessments are available in Microsoft Office 2010 or 2013.
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 1 Spreadsheet Software (Courseware)
tbc
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 1 Improving Productivity using IT (Courseware)
tbc
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 2 Word Processing Software (Courseware)
tbc
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 2 Presentation Software (Courseware)
tbc
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 2 Spreadsheet Software (Courseware)
tbc
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 2 Improving Productivity using IT (Courseware)
tbc
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 1 Word Processing Software – Diagnostic Test (Courseware)
tbc
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 1 Presentation Software – Diagnostic Test
tbc
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 1 Spreadsheet Software – Diagnostic Test
tbc
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 1 Improving Productivity using IT – Diagnostic Test
tbc
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 2 Word Processing Software – Diagnostic Test
tbc
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 2 Presentation Software – Diagnostic Test
tbc
IT
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**The below learning resources and assessments are available in Microsoft Office 2010 or 2013.
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 2 Spreadsheet Software – Diagnostic Test
tbc
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 2 Improving Productivity using IT – Diagnostic Test
tbc
Aug2016
Assessment Level 1 Word Processing Software – Online Assessment
tbc
Aug2016
Assessment Level 1 Presentation Software – Online Assessment
tbc
Aug2016
Assessment Level 1 Spreadsheet Software – Online Assessment
tbc
Aug2016
Assessment Level 1 Improving Productivity using IT – Online Assessment
tbc
Aug2016
Assessment Level 2 Word Processing Software – Online Assessment
tbc
Aug2016
Assessment Level 2 Presentation Software – Online Assessment
tbc
Aug2016
Assessment Level 2 Spreadsheet Software – Online Assessment
tbc
Aug2016
Assessment Level 2 Improving Productivity using IT – Online Assessment
tbc
IT
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LAND BASED SERVICES CITY & GUILDS TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (PART OF TECHBAC)
DESCRIPTION
These qualifications will be available for teaching from September 2016, which are DfE approved, and will carry UCAS points to support progress to University. They can be delivered stand alone or as part of the City & Guilds TechBac.
DATE TITLE AIMED AT GLH
Available for teaching Sept 2016
0170-20City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Award in Land Based Studies
KS4 age 14-16
120
APPRENTICESHIPS
DATE APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD DESCRIPTION OFFER TYPE COMMENT
Live Now
Golf Greenkeeper
A Golf Greenkeeper is responsible for the maintenance, care and overall appearance of a golf course in line with employer’s requirements. It is their job to maintain a good quality playing surface and ensure the course offers a consistent challenge and an enjoyable experience for golfers. The skills required to become a competent greenkeeper will be acquired whilst working on the golf course.
On-Programme and End-Point Assessment
We are an approved end-point assessment organisation on the Register of Apprentice Assessment Organisations (RoAAO) for this Standard
QUALIFICATION
DATE TITLE DESCRIPTION CREDITS
Sept 2016
7863-03:Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming
This qualification will replace the current 7763-03 suite (Level 3 Certificate in Introductory Dog Grooming and the Level 3 Diploma for Professional Dog Stylists).
N/A
Sept 2016
0018-21:Level 2 Certificatein Health and Safety forLand Based Industries
Safe working is of paramount importance in the land-based sector. This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to work safely around animals, on the land and with tools and machinery.
N/A
Sept 2016
0018-31:Level 3 Certificate inRisk Assessment forLand Based Industries
Recognising and controlling the risks associated with the land-based sector is an important aspect of maintaining a safe working environment. This qualification will provide the practical skills and knowledge in systematic risk assessment.
N/A
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COMING SOON
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QUALIFICATION
DATE TITLE DESCRIPTION CREDITS
Sept 2016
0014-21:Level 2 Certificate ofTechnical Competencein the Safe Use ofAbrasive Wheels
The aim of the qualification is to enable you to safely use a range of abrasive wheel machines to carry out grinding operations for specific purposes.
N/A
Sept 2016
0141-21:Level 2 Certificate ofTechnical Competencein the Safe andResponsible Use ofVeterinary Medicines
Responsible use of medicines within agriculture, animal care and equine environments is important for the maintenance of health and welfare of the animal. You will develop an understanding of the legislative requirements and industry best practise surrounding veterinary medicines, be able to safely store and administer veterinary medicines.
N/A
Sept 2016
Level 2 Certificatein Pruning
The aim of this qualification is to enable you to know when and how to correctly prune and maintain a range of either amenity/ornamental or fruiting plants.
N/A
Sept 2016
Level 2 Certificatein Problematic Plants,Pests, Weeds andDiseases
This qualification will enable you to learn about control methods, identify invasive plants that damage the environment, and those that are potentially harmful to humans and human health.
N/A
Sept 2016
0146-20:Level 2 Certificatein Pet Sitting
This qualifications is ideal for someone starting a new business or wanting to demonstrate to customers that they are competent in caring for others people’s animals.
N/A
Sept 2016
0146-21:Level 2 Certificatein Dog Walking
This qualifications is ideal for someone starting a new business or wanting to demonstrate to customers that they are competent in controlling and exercising dogs.
N/A
LAND BASED SERVICES COMING SOON
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SKILLS FOR WORK
AND LIFE
QUALIFICATION
Sept 2016
0146-22:Level 2 Certificatein Animal Health, Husbandry and Handling
This qualification will enable you to understand and practice the basic skills that underpin good animal health and care.
N/A
Sept 2016
0146-30:Level 3 Certificatein Animal Nutrition
This is a more specialist programme for those who have a responsibility for animal feeding and care.
N/A
Sept 2016
0142:Level 2 and 3 Certificateof Technical Competencein Utility Arboriculture
This qualification includes a range of pathways to develop and practice the critical skills required to work safely in this environment. Pathways will include; assistant ground worker, ground based felling, aerial tree work, team leader and the role of the supervisor.
N/A
QUALIFICATION
DATE TITLE DESCRIPTION CREDITS
May2016
5546:Employability Skills
We are adding new units to 6 qualifications in the Employability Skills (5546) suite as follows: Entry 3 Introduction to retailEntry 3/Level 1Behaviour in a business administration environment Entry 3/Level 1Create a good/positive impression on customersEntry 3/Level 1The customer service experience Level 1Introduction to working in health care, adult careandchild care.
N/A
LEARNING RESOURCES
DATE PRODUCT TYPE TITLE PRICE
Live Now
SmartScreen Level 1 Awards / Certificates / Diplomas in Employability Skills
£350
LAND BASED SERVICES
WHAT’S NEW
WHAT’S NEW
COMING SOON
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TRANSPORT MAINTENANCE APPRENTICESHIPS
DATE APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD DESCRIPTION OFFER TYPE
Late2016
Motor VehicleService and MaintenanceTechnician(Light Vehicle)
This apprenticeship is intended for automotivevehicle technicians working within a wide variety ofcar maintenance and repair organisations within theUK automotive retail industry. It will equip them withthe skills in servicing, fault finding and repair of lightmotor vehicles.
On-Programme and End-Point Assessment
QUALIFICATION
DATE TITLE DESCRIPTION CREDITS
Jun2016
3428-02/12/22:Level 2 Award inMOT Testing
From June 2016, following a pilot during April-May and final ministerial sign off, anyone who wants to become a MOT Tester will need to achieve this qualification to apply for their licence in England, Wales and Scotland.
N/A
Jun2016
3428-03/13/23:Level 3 Award inMOT Management
From June 2016, following a pilot during April-May and final ministerial sign off, anyone who wants to become a MOT Authorised Examiner/ Designated Manager will need to achieve this qualification to apply for their licence in England, Wales and Scotland.
N/A
LEARNING RESOURCES
DATE PRODUCT TYPE TITLE PRICE
Aug2016
Enhanced SmartScreen Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in the Automotive Industry (includes digital learning)
£850
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TRAVEL, TOURISM AND
AVIATION
UTILITIES
CITY & GUILDS TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (PART OF TECHBAC)
DESCRIPTION
These qualifications will be available for teaching from September 2016, which are DfE approved, and will carry UCAS points to support progress to University. They can be delivered stand alone or as part of the City & Guilds TechBac.
DATE TITLE AIMED AT GLH
Available for teachingSept 2016
4782-32City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Business Travel
KS5 age 16-1919+ adult loans
450
APPRENTICESHIPS
DATE APPRENTICESHIP STANDARD DESCRIPTION OFFER TYPE COMMENT
Late2016
Dual FuelSmart MeterInstaller(Electricity and Gas)
Dual Fuel Smart Meter Installation forms a key partof the Smart Government mandate to reduce carbonemissions and improve energy management.Dual Fuel Smart Meter Installers are responsible for the safe installation, exchange, commission, decommission and ongoing maintenance of Smart metering systems, associated equipment and communication systems. This includes the explanation of how these work and give up to date energy efficiency adviceto the customer.
On-Programme and End-Point Assessment
We are an approved end-point assessment organisation on the Register of Apprentice Assessment Organisations (RoAAO) for this Standard
COMING SOON
COMING SOON
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TECHBAC
City & Guilds Workplace Skills: Preparing learners for employment
There is increasing pressure to make your learners more employable than ever before, and City & Guilds Workplace Skills is a unique learning package that will help them to stand out from the crowd.
Workplace Skills has been created to help learners develop the ‘soft’ skills and behaviours employers tell us young people often lack when they enter the workplace. Learners work on 24 workplace skills through rich elearning and online activities as well as practical hands-on experiences.
City & Guilds Workplace Skills consists of five main elements:
• Work placement support – where learners get access to e-learning including an interactive logbook to help them get the most from their placement
• Project Qualification – a project that involves planning, research, critical thinking, evaluation and presentation skills which is highly regarded by universities
• Team Challenge – a national competition that allows learners to work together on a task that is set and judged by leading employers (this year sponsored by the BBC)
• Online CV Builder and Open Badges – web-based credentials that verify a learner’s skills and achievements
• MySkills – a rich elearning content that uses gamification to engage and motivate learners.
All of this is brought together through Skills Zone, our online learning hub which is the gateway to Workplace Skills. City & Guilds Workplace Skills can be delivered as an additional element to all 14-19 programmes of study and is also part of the City & Guilds TechBac – a new approach to skills-based education for 14-19 year olds.
To find out more visit techbac.com/workplace-skills
DfE Approval ofCity & Guilds Technical Qualifications
The Department for Education has now approved all 147 of our 14-19 Qualifications to be used for the 2018 performance tables and ready for teaching from September 2016.
To view the full list visit: cityandguilds.com/techbac/technical-qualifications/ dfe-approved-qualifications
KEY PROGRAMME UPDATES
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FUNCTIONAL SKILLS
TITLE DESCRIPTION
Functional Skills Entry Level (3748)
We are reviewing our sample and live assessment materials at Entry level. As a result, you will notice some refreshed materials and new topics during 2016-17.
Functional Skills Maths Level 2 (3748)
We are undertaking some work to improve the experience of candidates using our on-screen Functional Skills Mathematics assessments at level 2. The enhancements we make to on-screen assessments will also be reflected in our paper-based Functional Skills Mathematics assessments at level 2. These improvements will be introduced from autumn 2016.
Functional Skills Writing Level 1 and 2 (3748)
We will be extending the timings for Reading and Writing assessments at levels 1 and 2. These changes will be introduced from autumn 2016.
e-Functional Skills Our end-to-end support tool for Functional Skills will be refreshed to include additional resources to support the development of reading skills.
Developmental qualifications (English/Mathematics Skills 3847 and Principles of English and Maths 3844)
We continue to offer a range of developmental qualifications and units in English and mathematics, sometimes described as ‘stepping stones’ or ‘gateway’ qualifications. Many of the qualifications at Entry level meet the Condition of Funding for 16-18 Study Programmes, while a wide range of qualifications and units at all levels meet Skills Funding Agency requirements for the coming year.
The Functional Skills Reform programme
The Reform Programme being led by the Education and Training Foundation with delivery partner Pye Tait is progressing in line with published timeframes and aims to deliver standards, subject content and final report to the Education and Training Foundation at the end of August 2016.
MATHS AND ENGLISH
UPDATES FOR ENGLAND
Talk to our digital team today about a complimentary 30 day trial to see how e-Functional Skills can support your learners.
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Essential Skills
Following the recent announcement from the Department for Employment (DEL) about the ‘refresh’ of Essential Skills the current Essential Skills qualifications in Communication and Application of Number (3800-40 and 3800-50) will be closing to new registrations on 31 August 2016. We’re currently working with CCEA Regulation to finalise details of the revised qualifications that are due to be launched for first teaching from this September.
MATHS AND ENGLISH
UPDATES FOR WALES
UPDATES FOR NORTHERN IRELAND
Essential Skills
We’re continuing to work on the implementation of the revised Essential Skills Wales qualifications (3868). The confirmatory tests for both Essential Communication Skills (ECommS) and Essential Application of Number Skills (EAoNS) are now available for onscreen delivery through the e-volve system, and it’s also possible to book paper-based tests, as well as Welsh medium (for ECommS) and bilingual (for EAoNS). We’re continuing to work with the other awarding bodies to roll out further controlled tasks.
KEY PROGRAMME UPDATES
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CITY & GUILDS ADVANCE AND CPD EVENTS
City & Guilds Advance delivers learner success strategies through outcome-focused consultancy, training & implementation and covers Curriculum Design and Innovation, Leadership and delivery staff development, Embedding education funding and policy changes. These events will help centres ensure they are meeting legislative and regulatory requirements, as well as giving their delivery staff the confidence to teach and assess the new qualification standards. Our training is available at locations across the country, view our calendar at cityandguilds.com/advance or sign up to receive updates in the relevant sector via the preference centre. We can also accommodate any training programmes you would like to be delivered in-house. Enquire about our in-house CPD training here.
Discover how we can help you accelerate your strategy at cityandguilds.com/advance
‘The big achievement from using the Advance service is the huge increase in our success rates.’
Leslyn Linton-Proctor, Director of teaching and learning North West Kent College
FINANCIALLY SUPPORTING 19+ LEARNERS IN ADVANCING THEIR STUDIES
The existing 24+ Advanced Learners Loans will be lowered to 19+ as of the 1st August 2016.
Learners are now able to apply for these 19+ loans, although learners will not be able to
• start the qualification until after 1st August 2016. The loan is now valid for anyone over the
• age of 19 wishing to study at level 3 to level 6. This government-backed loan can be used to fund
• all or part of the cost of study and repayments don’t begin until the learner is earning at least £21,000.
To support your learners in applying for new loans visit: cityandguilds.com/19loans
LEARNING ASSISTANT UPDATE
Over the last few months, the City & Guilds Learning Assistant team has been supporting our centres in switching on LA Connect. This is by far the most exciting development in Learning Assistant, and has seen some real improvements for centres in both time and reduction in errors. LA Connect simply brings Learning Assistant + Walled Garden + Evolve into one easy data flow.
The City & Guilds Learning Assistant team has also been focusing on some key customer features to improve the user experience. Some of these new and upgraded features include:
• unit status included in the IQA’s sampling task list – making it easier for verifiers to manage their sample plans from the homepage
• evidence permission for Registrars – giving centres more autonomy to grant various levels of access to registrars, now to include access to a learner’s evidence folder
• assessor preferences – allowing assessor to customise their Candidate Management Folder view to suit their own requirements.
The City & Guilds Learning Assistant team have also been working behind thWe scenes to prepare for some larger features that will be released over the next few months which will include:
• Duplicate Evidence Wizard – which will allow a user to use the same piece of evidence across different courses within a qualification
• Amendment Tool - City & Guilds courses will soon be able to be automatically updated and added to your Learning Assistant system. This will included changes to the resources, tasks, units etc
• Getting Trailblazer Ready – Learning Assistant will get getting a host of new features and upgrades to support the new apprenticeships.
If you are interested in talking to one of our team members about the new functions or any upcoming features, please contact the team on [email protected]
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