ESFA latest update: 19 October 2021
04
Nov
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End-point Assessment

ESFA latest update: 19 October 2021

The ESFA have added an extension to IfATE discretions and flexibilities to end-point assessment which are as follows: Removed the apprentices on furlough section as the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has ended Removed the section on temporary flexibility permitting end-point assessment prior to FSQ achievement as it has ended Further information can be found at Providing apprenticeships during the COVID-19 pandemic - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) Permanent and discontinued flexibilities in Apprenticeships from January 2022 The Institute of Apprenticeships and Technical Education published an update on 5th August 2021 on the current flexibilities, which will see seven amendments come into permanent effect…
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09
Mar
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End-point Assessment

Flexibility permitting EPA prior to FSQ achievement

As per the updated guidance from the government around Functional Skills relaxations Accelerate People have put in place a declaration form to support the gateway process and to ensure that the apprentice meets the below conditions of the relaxation: Not to be on a break in learning (an apprentice may return from a break in learning to take their end-point assessment)Meets all other gateway criteria to progress to their EPA as specified in the apprenticeship standard (except meeting the English and maths requirements)Have been confirmed as ready for both their EPA and to take a functional skills qualification assessmentThey will…
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08
Jan
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End-point Assessment

Extension of Apprenticeship Flexibilities

The Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (the Institute) is further extending apprenticeship flexibilities until at least the end of August. The Institute is prolonging special measures allowing for the completion of apprenticeships through the pandemic. It will mean that no flexibilities will be withdrawn before the end of August. The Institute has acted fast to reassure the sector, in view of latest escalations with the spread of COVID-19 over the festive period and important tougher restrictions on movement and interaction. Jennifer Coupland, chief executive of the Institute, said: "We are all too aware that the escalation of COVID-19 and…
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08
Jan
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End-point Assessment

Recruiting Apprentices Who Have Been Made Redundant

The Redundancy Support Service for Apprentices (ReSSA), introduced by the Department for Education, provides advice and guidance to apprentices following redundancy, while supporting their next steps. It will allow redundant apprentices to find new opportunities for work and complete their current apprenticeship. The Department for Education is asking employers to support redundant apprentices by sharing any apprenticeship vacancies they have. Apprentices that have been made redundant may already have the valuable skills and experience that the organisation needs. Vacancy details will be shared with redundant apprentices through the new vacancy sharing service. If you are aware of any apprentices who have been…
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