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Vocational Education & Training (VET) in the UK
What do we mean by VET?
VET means 'skills for living' in the broadest context. In the UK, vocational education and training (VET) includes commercial, technical and professional development. Find out more
Why is VET important?
Flexible and technically-skilled workforces must be able to keep abreast of new developments as the nature of employment and economic activity changes. This is vital to the competitiveness of the economy. Find out more
How does it work?

Under the watchful eye of UK government departments, several national bodies are responsible for setting standards, designing and regulating qualifications, ensuring quality and funding and planning the delivery of vocational education and training.  Find out more

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