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We have added a new field called ‘subcategory’ on this website which will show the new types of qualifications introduced through the post-16 reforms and approved for funding from 1 August 2025. To view the funding approval information for any qualification in your search results, click the'Funding details' link below the qualification’s header.

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The information about qualifications was last updated on 11 March 2026.

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  • City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate In Barbering

    Awarding organisation: City & Guilds Limited
    Qualification number: 60138117
    Status: Approved
    Qualification type: Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Service enterprises
    Level: Level 3

    View qualification 60138117

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/09/2014 31/07/2027
    Advanced Learner Loans 01/08/2016 31/07/2027

    Please note that providers must check the availability of the qualification with the awarding organisation.

    For funding and further information, please see FALA and QWS

    For further information about Performance Tables please see GOV.UK website

  • TCL Level 1 Award in Graded Examination in Musical Theatre (Solo) (Grade 3)

    Awarding organisation: Trinity College London
    Qualification number: 50119758
    Status: Approved
    Qualification type: Performing Arts Graded Examination
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Performing arts
    Level: Level 1

    View qualification 50119758

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 14-16 01/09/2010 31/07/2027
    Age 16-19 01/09/2010 31/07/2021
    Local Flexibilities ** 01/08/2016 31/07/2021

    ** local flexibilities funded by the ESFA.

    Please note that providers must check the availability of the qualification with the awarding organisation.

    For funding and further information, please see FALA and QWS

    For further information about Performance Tables please see GOV.UK website

  • City & Guilds Level 1 Award in Work-based Horse Care

    Awarding organisation: City & Guilds Limited
    Qualification number: 50122836
    Status: Approved
    Qualification type: Occupational Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Animal care and veterinary science
    Level: Level 1

    View qualification 50122836

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 14-16 01/01/2011 31/07/2027
    Age 16-19 01/01/2011 31/07/2022
    Local Flexibilities ** 01/08/2016 31/07/2022

    ** local flexibilities funded by the ESFA.

    Please note that providers must check the availability of the qualification with the awarding organisation.

    For funding and further information, please see FALA and QWS

    For further information about Performance Tables please see GOV.UK website

  • 1st4sport Level 5 Diploma in Advanced Nutrition Science

    Awarding organisation: 1st4sport
    Qualification number: 61027716
    Status: Approved
    Qualification type: Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Sport, leisure and recreation
    Level: Level 5

    View qualification 61027716

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Lifelong Learning Entitlement 01/01/2027 31/07/2028
    Advanced Learner Loans 04/12/2023 31/07/2028

    Please note that providers must check the availability of the qualification with the awarding organisation.

    For funding and further information, please see FALA and QWS

    For further information about Performance Tables please see GOV.UK website

  • Pearson Edexcel Level 1/Level 2 GCSE (9-1) in English Language

    Awarding organisation: Pearson Education Ltd
    Qualification number: 60148366
    Status: Approved
    Qualification type: GCSE (9 to 1)
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Languages, literature and culture of the British Isles
    Level: Level 1/2

    View qualification 60148366

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 14-16 01/09/2015 31/07/2027
    Age 16-19 01/09/2015 31/07/2027 Condition of Funding
    Legal Entitlement English and Maths 01/08/2016 31/07/2027

    Please note that providers must check the availability of the qualification with the awarding organisation.

    For funding and further information, please see FALA and QWS

    For further information about Performance Tables please see GOV.UK website

  • ESB Entry Level Award in ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening) (Entry 2)

    Awarding organisation: English Speaking Board (International) Ltd
    Qualification number: 60154470
    Status: Approved
    Qualification type: English For Speakers of Other Languages
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Foundations for learning and life
    Level: Entry Level

    View qualification 60154470

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 14-16 01/02/2015 31/07/2027
    Age 16-19 01/02/2015 31/07/2027 Condition of Funding
    Local Flexibilities ** 01/08/2016 31/07/2027

    ** local flexibilities funded by the ESFA.

    Please note that providers must check the availability of the qualification with the awarding organisation.

    For funding and further information, please see FALA and QWS

    For further information about Performance Tables please see GOV.UK website

  • Ascentis Entry Level Diploma In Work Preparation (Entry 3)

    Awarding organisation: Ascentis
    Qualification number: 60089854
    Status: Approved
    Qualification type: Other Life Skills Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Preparation for work
    Level: Entry Level

    View qualification 60089854

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 14-16 01/05/2013 31/07/2027
    Age 16-19 01/05/2013 31/07/2027
    Local Flexibilities ** 01/08/2016 31/07/2027

    ** local flexibilities funded by the ESFA.

    Please note that providers must check the availability of the qualification with the awarding organisation.

    For funding and further information, please see FALA and QWS

    For further information about Performance Tables please see GOV.UK website

  • Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Certificate In Vocational Studies

    Awarding organisation: Gateway Qualifications Limited
    Qualification number: 60100242
    Status: Approved
    Qualification type: Other Vocational Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Foundations for learning and life
    Level: Level 1

    View qualification 60100242

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 14-16 01/07/2013 31/07/2027
    Age 16-19 01/07/2013 31/07/2027
    Local Flexibilities ** 01/08/2016 31/07/2027

    ** local flexibilities funded by the ESFA.

    Please note that providers must check the availability of the qualification with the awarding organisation.

    For funding and further information, please see FALA and QWS

    For further information about Performance Tables please see GOV.UK website

  • AIM Qualifications Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting (Construction) Occupations

    Awarding organisation: AIM Qualifications
    Qualification number: 60358178
    Status: Approved
    Qualification type: Occupational Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Building and construction
    Level: Level 2

    View qualification 60358178

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/05/2020 31/07/2026
    Local Flexibilities ** 01/05/2020 31/07/2026

    ** local flexibilities funded by the ESFA.

    Please note that providers must check the availability of the qualification with the awarding organisation.

    For funding and further information, please see FALA and QWS

    For further information about Performance Tables please see GOV.UK website

  • 1st4sport Level 1 Award in Coaching Bowls

    Awarding organisation: 1st4sport
    Qualification number: 60188376
    Status: Approved
    Qualification type: Occupational Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Sport, leisure and recreation
    Level: Level 1

    View qualification 60188376

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 14-16 01/06/2016 31/07/2027
    Age 16-19 01/06/2016 31/07/2021 18+ only
    Local Flexibilities ** 01/08/2016 31/07/2021

    ** local flexibilities funded by the ESFA.

    Please note that providers must check the availability of the qualification with the awarding organisation.

    For funding and further information, please see FALA and QWS

    For further information about Performance Tables please see GOV.UK website