Continue to teach BTEC with confidence

Guiding you through vocational qualification reform

On 12 December 2024, the DfE published the outcomes of the review of Post 16 qualification reform.Ìý

The aim of the review was to determine which qualifications will be funded for 16-19 learners in England for the 2025/26 academic year.ÌýRead our statement

We understand how important this information is to you, and we’re currently reviewing the DfE’s rapid review outcome to understand what this will mean for you and your learners. We have updated our funding guide and will be updating the FAQs.ÌýVisit the Level 3 review webpage

A reminder that approvedÌýAlternative Academic QualificationsÌýandÌýTechnical Qualifications, will be funded from August 2025.Ìý

You can continue to teach BTEC with confidence and be reassured that these highly valued qualifications will continue to be a vital part of the Level 3 qualifications landscape in England in the future.

Speak to us about vocational qualification reform

BTEC Post-16 Level 2 and 3 Briefing Sessions: These webinars are for centres in England to give the latest updates on the impact of government reforms on qualifications and funding.

Register your place now

Sector updates:

Below gives you a snapshot about what's unaffected by the government's Level 3 reforms until when and the funding approvals for first teach September 2025.

Click on an image to find out more details.

What is next for BTEC?

Please refer to our for individual qualification details.

A qualification for every learner

We support the introduction of new qualifications where they are needed and believe all learners deserve the chance to pick from the widest possible choice of routes.

Why learner choice matters?

Review the full range of qualifications available to your learners at every stage of their learner journey.

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