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Level 3 Qualifications Review Update

11 May 2022

Proposing MP
Brentwood and Ongar
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Education

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The minister is updating on the next stage of reforms to post-16 qualifications at level 3, focusing on the publication of a provisional list of qualifications that overlap with T Levels.

Action Requested

The government will remove funding for certain overlapping qualifications from August 2024 and provide guidance on approving high-quality qualifications moving forward. This includes over £400m in capital funding and free training for teachers, ensuring a streamlined and quality-focused qualification system.

Key Facts

  • The provisional list covers 160 qualifications that overlap with waves 1 and 2 T Levels.
  • Funding approval will be removed from these qualifications from August 2024.
  • Over £400m capital funding has been provided for new facilities and equipment.
  • Free training and development for all T Level teachers has benefited over 8,500 individuals.
  • The reforms aim to ensure high-quality qualifications that meet employer needs.
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