Founded in 1962, we are a UK government-approved awarding body and registered charity dedicated to advancing education and transforming lives through skills. We partner with governments, ministries, employers, and training centres
to ensure our qualifications are relevant, in demand and equip students with the skills and knowledge required by employers across the world.
Our vocational qualifications are regulated by Ofqual, aligned with the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) and recognised across the ENIC-NARIC network [the gateway for the recognition of international qualifications] of 56 countries, including the USA, Canada, Germany, New Zealand, and Australia.
Our qualifications improve career opportunities, progression and pay in Saudi Arabia, while also supporting students who aspire to succeed overseas.
Dual accreditation is our flagship global offer, aligning KSA skills programmes with globally-recognised qualifications. Our qualifications and training programmes are designed to be customisable, scalable, and sustainable, enabling institutions to achieve global recognition without compromising local industry needs.
For organisations or businesses delivering their own unregulated training, our course endorsement service offers independent validation, ensuring credibility and quality assurance. This service is ideal for specialised professional development courses, adding an extra layer of trust and industry recognition.
In Saudi Arabia, the integration of ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) qualifications and STEM subjects such as clinical aesthetics creates exciting opportunities for education and career development within a rapidly evolving landscape.
Dual accreditation is our flagship global offer, aligning KSA skills programmes with globally-recognised qualifications. Dual accreditation enhances institutional and student success, ensuring skills are globally-recognised while remaining locally relevant.
Our qualifications and training programmes are designed to be customisable, scalable, and sustainable, enabling institutions to achieve global recognition without compromising local industry needs.
