House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Further Update on the Lifetime Skills Guarantee
09 December 2020 · Department for Education
Proposed by Gavin Williamson Con Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge
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At a glance
Key points
- The Lifetime Skills Guarantee is extended to provide fully-funded Level 3 qualifications for adults starting April 2021.
- The government will spend 95 million in the first year to support the initiative.
- Collaboration with providers and local areas is underway to ensure effective delivery.
Issue summary
The statement provides an update on the implementation of the Lifetime Skills Guarantee through a major extension of the Level 3 entitlement for adults funded by the National Skills Fund.
Action requested
Starting from April 2021, any adult seeking their first full Level 3 qualification will have access to fully-funded courses. The government plans to spend £95 million on this initiative in its first year and is working with providers and local areas to ensure effective delivery of the national offer.
Key facts
- National Skills Fund investment of £2.5bn (£3bn including devolved administrations).
- Adults can access a fully-funded Level 3 course starting April 2021.
- Year one funding commitment of £95 million for Level 3 provision for adults.
- Qualifications list includes areas identified as critical skill needs.
- Course list will be under regular review to adapt to economic changes.