Accreditation of Technical Qualifications within T Levels and other updates

We received 8 responses to the consultation, and overall respondents agreed with our proposals.

In relation to the proposal to add TQs to the list of qualifications subject to an accreditation requirement, respondents agreed with the approach saying it was proportionate to supporting quality, given the high-stakes nature of T Levels. Respondents commented that it would help ensure public confidence in the qualifications. While supportive of the approach, some respondents sought clarification on how Ofqual’s accreditation process and DfE’s approvals process will align.

In relation to the proposal to remove or amend references to IfATE from Ofqual’s Qualification Level Conditions for Technical Qualifications within T Levels, respondents agreed with these changes, noting that it was a necessary step to ensure the Conditions remain accurate.

In relation to the impact of the proposals, respondents considered that there would be limited impact and did not identify any additional regulatory or equalities impacts of the proposals.

We have decided to implement the proposals as consulted on. We will therefore:

• add Technical Qualifications within T Levels to the list of qualifications subject to an accreditation requirement
• amend or remove references to IfATE throughout the Qualification Level Conditions for Technical Qualifications within T Levels, and refer instead to “the Secretary of State, or an organisation on their behalf” (adapted as necessary to reflect the context of where the wording appears)