Vocational training and lifelong learning in the UK - British Council

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Vocational Training and Lifelong Learning in the UK

UK vocational education and training is flexible, responsive and relevant to the needs of industry as well as individuals. Business works with government, professional and trade associations, awarding bodies and training providers to make sure that we can develop the skills we need today and plan for the skills we will need tomorrow. Employers and individuals know that they get consistent standards and quality built into UK vocational education and training.

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What do we mean by VET and LLL?

In the UK, vocational education and training includes commercial, technical and professional development. Read more.

Who does what in the UK system?

The UK vocational education and training system involves a wide variety of key players from funding bodies to training institutions. Read more.

Occupational standards and qualifications

The UK offers a wide range of vocational qualifications which sit within a National Qualifications Framework. Find out more about the qualifications on offer and the bodies that award them.

Regional Diversity

The UK system caters for the unique needs of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Learn more about the different bodies and organisations in each country.

National skills strategy

The UK government's National Skills Strategy aims to provide a framework and delivery plan to meet the UK's skills needs. Find out more about the UK policy.

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