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Functional Skills
See Functional Skills training and qualifications, and their importance for your apprenticeship, below.
Watch the video below to find out more about the importance of functional skills to apprenticeships.
Download functional skills overview
Functional skills - what are they?
Getting started with functional skills
Functional skills evidence requirements
QA Functional Skills Newsletter 2024
Find out more about Functional Skills training and qualifications, and access mock exams, on the City & Guilds website.
The keys to success links
Return to The keys to success page.
Programme brochures, end point assessment overviews, and more, to help your apprentice in their programme.
Information on how neurodivergent learners are supported throughout their apprentice programme and how to access support.
Information on QA's safeguarding structures and British values for learners.
How we support apprentices through our dedicated Learner Services Team.
We've partnered with the Association of Apprentices (AoA) to provide access to social and professional networks, learning, and guidance.
The Post-Apprenticeship Recognition Scheme (PARS) recognises the uniqueness of apprenticeship and rewards apprentices for the skills they have gained.
Hear how apprentice programmes have changed the lives and careers of our learners.