Here you can find out more about quality assurance for Higher National qualifications, including bite-sized videos, free online events, useful documents and additional support.

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Annual Quality Declaration (AQD)

Centre Quality Nominees will need to be complete the AQD between 1 Sept - 14 Oct each academic year if delivering Pearson Vocational qualifications.

Link to access Annual Quality Declaration online form
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For full details on how to complete, review our centre guide 

Edexcel Online Account Confirmation

To maintain centre and learner data security, the Head of Centre is required to confirm active Edexcel Online users. This must be completed between 1 Sept - 14 Oct each academic year.

Pearson Portal link to access activity
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For full details on how to complete, review our centre guide 

Video guides for Higher Nationals


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BTEC Higher Nationals training sessions


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Join our training to gain the knowledge and skills needed to effectively deliver Higher National qualifications, with subject-specific events tailored for those involved in the delivery and assessment of BTEC programmes, helping you navigate the latest changes.

HN Global

HN Global is a dedicated online learning platform, containing various free resources to support staff delivering a BTEC Higher National programme, as well as guide students who are on their learning journey. HN Global provides access to:

  • The Learning Zone - created for students, this includes study materials such as core textbooks, Study Skills modules, subject resource libraries and an e-library.
  • a Progression Hub - accessible by students, this features opportunities to develop employability skills.
  • The Tutor Resources section, which hosts a wealth of delivery materials, reading lists, blended learning resources, video guidance on assessment and professional development opportunities.
  • the QA Hub - accessible by staff, this contains templates and further centre guidance support.

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