Ambitious plans as TQUK becomes VQA
TQUK becomes VQA as it sets out ambitions for growth and supporting providers through vocational and technical education reform.
VQA: A New Chapter
Training Qualifications UK is now VQA. New name, new look, same dedication to giving learners, providers and employers the edge they need to succeed.
Shorter Duration Apprenticeships
Shorter Duration Apprenticeships (SDAs) are where competence can be achieved in less than 12 months.
Apprenticeship Reforms Update: April 2026
The apprenticeship reforms are not only a time of change but also of opportunity. As the sector transitions to a more flexible model, apprenticeship assessment will be more timely, proportionate, and efficient.