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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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  • Access to HE Diploma (Early Years)

    Awarding organisation: Gateway Qualifications Limited
    Qualification number: 40008721
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Access to Higher Education
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Child development and well-being
    Level: Level 3

    View qualification 40008721

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/08/2018 31/07/2024
    Legal Entitlement L2/L3 01/06/2018 31/07/2024
    Advanced Learner Loans 01/06/2018 31/07/2024

    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

  • SQA Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Wood Occupations (Construction)

    Awarding organisation: Scottish Qualifications Authority trading as SQA
    Qualification number: 60325094
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Occupational Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Building and construction
    Level: Level 2

    View qualification 60325094

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/12/2017 31/05/2020
    Local Flexibilities ** 01/12/2017 31/05/2020

    ** 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

  • Open Awards Level 2 Diploma in IT User Skills (RQF)

    Awarding organisation: Open Awards
    Qualification number: 60056423
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Other Life Skills Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Digital technology (users)
    Level: Level 2

    View qualification 60056423

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 14-16 01/06/2012 31/08/2021
    Age 16-19 01/06/2012 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

  • SEG Awards Entry Level Award In Practical Countryside Skills (Entry 3)

    Awarding organisation: Skills and Education Group Awards
    Qualification number: 60073986
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Horticulture and forestry
    Level: Entry Level

    View qualification 60073986

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/01/2013 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

  • Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma In Preparing for Further Study in Education

    Awarding organisation: Gateway Qualifications Limited
    Qualification number: 60162922
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Teaching and lecturing
    Level: Level 2

    View qualification 60162922

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/06/2015 31/07/2022 18+ only
    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

  • AIM Qualifications Level 3 Certificate in Cultural Venue Operations

    Awarding organisation: AIM Qualifications
    Qualification number: 60151821
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Occupational Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Crafts, creative arts and design
    Level: Level 3

    View qualification 60151821

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/12/2014 31/07/2021
    Advanced Learner Loans 01/08/2016 31/07/2021

    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

  • NCFE Entry Level Award in English: Essential Writing Skills (Entry 1)

    Awarding organisation: NCFE
    Qualification number: 60115701
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Other Life Skills Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Foundations for learning and life
    Level: Entry Level

    View qualification 60115701

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 14-16 01/10/2013 31/07/2022
    Age 16-19 01/10/2013 31/07/2022

    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

  • BIIAB Level 3 Diploma In Professional Patisserie and Confectionery

    Awarding organisation: BIIAB
    Qualification number: 60169308
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Occupational Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Hospitality and catering
    Level: Level 3

    View qualification 60169308

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/09/2015 24/01/2020
    Advanced Learner Loans 01/08/2016 31/12/2019

    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

  • IMI Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Bus and Coach Engineering and Maintenance (Body) (VRQ)

    Awarding organisation: The Institute of the Motor Industry
    Qualification number: 60008088
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Transportation operations and maintenance
    Level: Level 2

    View qualification 60008088

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/03/2011 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

  • YMCA Level 3 Certificate in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community Settings

    Awarding organisation: YMCA Awards
    Qualification number: 60314461
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Occupational Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Sport, leisure and recreation
    Level: Level 3

    View qualification 60314461

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/09/2017 31/07/2021

    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