What are the implications of the DfE post-16 qualifications review and how can I respond?

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The Department for Education kicked off a system-wide review of the post-16 qualifications landscape at level 3 and below in 2019. The latest stage of the review process was launched at the end of October 2020 and is in two parts – a consultation to gather views on a new qualifications landscape at level 3, and a call for evidence at level 2 and below.

The government is proposing significant changes to the funded landscape, which will impact what qualifications will be available to you. That’s why it’s important that as many providers as possible engage with these proposals and have their say.

The consultation on Level 3

A consultation is open until 15 January 2020 to gather views on the Department for Education’s proposals for a radically different new landscape for post-16 funded qualifications at level 3 for 16 to 19s and adults.

What are the implications for your learners?

You can see a summary of the Department for Education’s proposals for a radically reformed post-16 landscape for young learners and adults here.

What can you do to make your voice heard?

We encourage you to submit a response to the consultation here by 15 January. You only need to respond to questions where you have a view and it’s really important that the Department for Education hears from as many providers as possible about the impact these proposals are likely to have on learners.

We’d also encourage you to share your concerns with your local MP, so that they can understand what impact these reforms will have on learners in their constituency.

The call for evidence at level 2 and below

A call for evidence at level 2 and below is open until 31 January 2021.

What are the implications for your learners?

The call for evidence asks a number of specific questions about study at level 2.

To view full details of the review and to find out how to make your voice heard click here.