Events & support
The Vocational Quality Assurance Management (VQAM) team offer a comprehensive range of free development and networking events. They are designed to meet the needs of different centre types and support everyone involved with quality assurance.
Quality Nominee Networks 2026
Face 2 Face event
(Designed for UK centres delivering BTEC Entry/Level 1 to Level 3 and the BTEC Tech Awards from 2022)
We’re delighted to be bringing back our face-to-face networking events this summer! There are many opportunities to attend, where you’ll have the chance to connect with colleagues from local centres, exchange best practice, and delve into essential quality assurance themes for the coming year.
Join your regional Vocational Quality Assurance Manager and Curriculum Development Manager to gain insights on:
- Level 2 & 3 Reforms – Receive the latest updates and available support
- The 26/27 quality assurance cycle updates for BTEC Entry/Level 1 to 3 qualifications, BTEC Level 3 Nationals (AAQs) and BTEC Tech Awards
Please note, bookings are to be made by Quality Nominees. Additional bookings for other staff members in your centre will be moved to a waiting list.
| Location | Date | Venue | Time | Booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belfast | 12 May | Belfast Metropolitan College - Springvale Campus | 13:00 - 15:30 | |
| Belfast | 13 May | Belfast Metropolitan College - Springvale Campus | 10:00 - 12:30 | |
| Manchester | 18 June | The Manchester College - Openshaw Campus | 10:00 - 12:30 |
| Location | Date | Venue | Time | Booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashington | 30 June | NCEA Duke's Secondary School | 10:00 - 12:30 | Register 30 Jun |
| Kirklees | 1 July | Kirklees College - Huddersfield Centre | 10:00 - 12:30 | |
| York | 8 July | York College | 10:00 - 12:30 | Register 8 Jul |
| Location | Date | Venue | Time | Booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham | 18 June | Nottingham College - City Hub Campus | 10:00 - 12:30 | Register 18 Jun |
| Northampton | 8 July | Northampton College | 10:00 - 12:30 | |
| Grimsby | 9 July | Grimsby Institute | 10:00 - 12:30 | |
| Chelmsford | 14 July | Chelmsford College - Moulsham Street Campus | 10:00 - 12:30 |
| Location | Date | Venue | Time | Booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Bromwich | 23 June | Sandwell College | 10:00 - 12:30 | Register 23 Jun |
| Stoke-on-Trent | 24 June | Stoke on Trent College - Cauldon Campus | 10:00 - 12:30 | Register 24 Jun |
| Cardiff | 30 June | Cardiff and Vale College - City Centre Campus - One Canal Parade | 10:00 - 12:30 | Register 30 June |
| Location | Date | Venue | Time | Booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 24 June | Reading College | 10:00 - 12:30 | Register 24 Jun |
| Redhill | 25 June | East Surrey College | 10:00 - 12:30 | Register 25 Jun |
| London | 2 July | Hammersmith & Fulham College | 10:00 - 12:30 | Register 2 Jul |
| Eastleigh | 7 July | Eastleigh College | 10:00 - 12:30 | Register 7 Jul |
| Maidstone | 9 July | The Maplesden Noakes School | 10:00 - 12:30 | Register 9 Jul |
| Location | Date | Venue | Time | Booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devon | 30 June | Bicton College | 10:00 - 12:30 | Register 30 Jun |
| Bristol | 1 July | SGS College - A Level Centre | 10:00 - 12:30 | Register 1 Jul |
Free online support
LIVE events online
The following live events will be held online via our 'Zoom' training platform. To reserve your place, please follow the session link to complete the registration form. An email will be sent to confirm your booking and will include a link for you to add the meeting to your calendar.
This session is an excellent CPD opportunity aimed at new and experienced Lead
Internal Verifiers (LIVs). The session will take you through the key roles and responsibilities over the academic year with reference to the BTEC Entry/Level 1 to Level 3 annual quality assurance model.
The event will cover team standardisation, the importance of assessment planning, internal verification planning, resubmissions and retakes and standards verification. It will also cover the quality assurance monitoring responsibilities as a Lead IV.
For UK Centres only.
| Day | Date | Start Time | Session Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue | 10 March 2026 | 16:00 - 17:00 | 10 Mar registration |
| Thu | 7 May 2026 | 16:00 - 17:00 | 7 May registration |
| Mon | 15 June 2026 | 16:00 - 17:00 | 15 Jun registration |
Join us for an introduction to the key responsibilities involved in the role of Quality Nominee. Throughout the session we will provide suggestions and tips that will help you to make a success of the role and ensure confidence in the quality assurance of your BTEC provision. This is recommended as the first event that you access so that you can have an overview of what is involved; we shall provide a clearer understanding of the other support available that will also enhance your role.
This session is suitable for new Quality Nominees, those who may not have overseen BTEC qualifications before, or those returning to the role who would like a refresher of the responsibilities involved.
For UK Centres only.
| Day | Date | Start Time | Session Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 2 March 2026 | 16:00 - 17:00 | 02 Mar registration |
| Wed | 29 April 2026 | 16:00 - 17:00 | 29 Apr registration |
| Thu | 18 June 2026 | 16:00 - 17:00 | 18 Jun registration |
Join the Vocational Quality Assurance Managers (VQAMs) to get a hands-on understanding of:
- The BTEC National 2025 AAQ quality assurance model
- The roles of the Quality Nominee and Lead Internal Verifier
- Assessment and IV planning
- How to use Pearson Set Assignment Briefs (PSABs)
- The importance of timely standards verification
We'll also share tools, templates, and FAQs to help you manage programmes effectively and improve learner outcomes.
This is your chance to see what's new in the BTEC National AAQs and how it differs from the current BTEC programmes. Please note, this event covers general quality assurance and is not subject specific.
For UK Centres only.
| Day | Date | Start Time | Session Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed | 4 February 2026 | 16:00 - 17:00 | 4 Feb registration |
| Thu | 30 April 2026 | 16:00 - 17:00 | 30 Apr registration |
On-Demand CPD
Updated for 2025/26
Each pack will include a YouTube video that will provide an overview along with supporting activities and answer sheets.
Assessment
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We also offer centre-specific support, such as:
- Quality assurance Q&A session with your team
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Let's Connect! Book a Free 15-Minute Appointment
We're excited to introduce a new way for you to connect with your VQAM through Microsoft Teams! This replaces our traditional quality assurance catch-ups and offers you even more access to support. Simply click the link below or the 'Meet your VQAM' link in the blue bar at the top of the page to get started.
Quality Nominee Community
Covering everything quality assurance for all our vocational qualifications, the community is run by the Vocational Quality Assurance Management (VQAM) team and is a quick and easy way to ask us questions directly or collaborate with colleagues.
