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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.

You can find more information about the qualifications we approve for funding and how we approve them on the Further information page. This includes changes made to the funded offers resulting from the post-16 qualification review at level 3 and below in England.

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The information about qualifications was last updated on 14 May 2026.

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  • AIM Qualifications Level 2 Certificate in Skills for the Creative Industries - Digital Careers

    Awarding organisation: AIM Qualifications
    Qualification number: 60337928
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Crafts, creative arts and design
    Level: Level 2

    View qualification 60337928

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/11/2018 30/09/2023
    Local Flexibilities ** 01/11/2018 30/09/2023

    ** 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

  • Active IQ Level 2 Diploma In Fitness Instructing, Sales and Business Skills

    Awarding organisation: Active IQ
    Qualification number: 6016069X
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Sport, leisure and recreation
    Level: Level 2

    View qualification 6016069X

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/07/2015 31/12/2021
    Local Flexibilities ** 01/08/2016 31/12/2021

    ** 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 2 Certificate in Increasing Participation in Sport and Active Leisure in Community Settings

    Awarding organisation: YMCA Awards
    Qualification number: 60314175
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Occupational Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Sport, leisure and recreation
    Level: Level 2

    View qualification 60314175

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 14-16 01/09/2017 31/07/2021
    Age 16-19 01/09/2017 31/07/2021
    Local Flexibilities ** 01/09/2017 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

  • AIM Qualifications Level 2 Award in Engaging with Offenders in a Custodial Setting

    Awarding organisation: AIM Qualifications
    Qualification number: 60321490
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Occupational Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Teaching and lecturing
    Level: Level 2

    View qualification 60321490

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/08/2017 30/09/2022 18+ only
    Local Flexibilities ** 01/08/2017 30/09/2022

    ** 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 Diploma in Zookeeping

    Awarding organisation: AIM Qualifications
    Qualification number: 60341580
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Other Vocational Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Animal care and veterinary science
    Level: Level 3

    View qualification 60341580

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/03/2019 31/07/2025
    Advanced Learner Loans 01/03/2019 31/07/2025

    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

  • OAL Level 2 NVQ in Furniture Restoration

    Awarding organisation: Occupational Awards Limited
    Qualification number: 60302094
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Occupational Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Manufacturing technologies
    Level: Level 2

    View qualification 60302094

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/09/2016 31/07/2022
    Local Flexibilities ** 01/09/2016 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 Entry Level Certificate in Independent Living - Looking After Yourself and Your Home (Entry 1)

    Awarding organisation: AIM Qualifications
    Qualification number: 60059163
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Other Life Skills Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Foundations for learning and life
    Level: Entry Level

    View qualification 60059163

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 14-16 01/07/2012 16/06/2025
    Age 16-19 01/07/2012 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

  • IMI Level 2 Diploma in Auto Electrical and Mobile Electrical Principles (VRQ)

    Awarding organisation: The Institute of the Motor Industry
    Qualification number: 5009824X
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Transportation operations and maintenance
    Level: Level 2

    View qualification 5009824X

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 19/07/2010 17/03/2025
    Local Flexibilities ** 01/08/2016 17/03/2025

    ** 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

  • OCR Level 3 Diploma in Administration (Business Professional)

    Awarding organisation: Cambridge OCR
    Qualification number: 5006485X
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Vocationally-Related Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Administration
    Level: Level 3

    View qualification 5006485X

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 26/10/2009 31/12/2023
    Legal Entitlement L2/L3 01/08/2016 31/12/2023
    Advanced Learner Loans 01/08/2016 31/12/2023

    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

  • OCR Level 4 Diploma in Career Information and Advice

    Awarding organisation: Cambridge OCR
    Qualification number: 60008052
    Status: Archived
    Qualification type: Occupational Qualification
    Subcategory: Not Applicable
    Sector subject area: Direct learning support
    Level: Level 4

    View qualification 60008052

    Funding details
    Qualifications Offer Funding Approval Start Date Funding Approval End Date Notes
    Age 16-19 01/03/2011 31/03/2022 18+ only
    Advanced Learner Loans 01/08/2016 31/03/2022

    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

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