We have also published a letter we
received from Anne Milton MP, Minister for
Apprenticeships and Skills, setting out the context
for the proposed reforms.
Commenting on today’s publication, Sally Collier, Chief
Regulator, said:
In this reform programme we seek to maintain the
flexibility and workplace relevance of the existing
qualifications, while providing the assurance that
learners have demonstrated the knowledge and skills
that employers need. We are asking for views on the
design, delivery and awarding of these qualifications
and on the detail of how to maintain standards across
awarding organisations and over time.
Our consultation will end on 22 November 2017.
Wider stakeholder events
In addition to our online consultation we are hosting two
events, which aim to:
- explain our consultation proposals and the reasons
behind them
- give you the chance to discuss our proposals with
others who have an interest in functional skills
qualifications
- give you the opportunity to give us your views, and
ask any questions before you complete your consultation
response
We will allocate places on a first come first served
basis. Dependent on demand, it may only be possible to
secure a place for one person from a single organisation.
The consultation events are in London on 2
November (venue to be confirmed) and
in Leeds on 13
November.
