In February 2026, we submitted a response to the Ofqual consultation on ‘Regulatory framework for apprenticeship assessment – Conditions, requirements and guidance’.
We have chosen to focus on the questions most aligned with our work and expertise.
...Employers and professional bodies may question whether the revised approach [to assessment] can consistently provide the level of confidence required to confirm that apprentices are competent to meet workforce needs safely, effectively and in line with sector expectations. Ensuring that the new arrangements continue to deliver rigorous, trusted and occupationally valid assessment will be essential to securing industry confidence and supporting the credibility of apprenticeship outcomes.
From the SocEnv response
You can view our full response below.
Useful Information & Resources
Connecting educational pathways to professional registration: Growing skills, careers and opportunity
SocEnv response to Apprenticeship Programme in Wales: Consultation
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Creating pathways to professional registration
Our response is formed from our experience in connecting learning, skills and professional registration, by creating clear pathways to professional registration in the environmental sector.
To find out more about our work on education and skills, please click the link below.
