- Council for the Curriculum Examinations and Assessment
- Established to conduct and moderate examinations and assessments, maintain standards, and advise on curriculum development in Northern Ireland.
- The Diploma
- Government site introducing young people to the Diploma, a new qualification for 14-19 year olds, introduced in September 2008. Also features sections for parents and teachers.
- Examinations Appeal Board
- Independent board to which schools, colleges or candidates can appeal over examination results. Outlines the appeal process and provides FAQ and annual reports.
- Joint Council for Qualifications
- Council comprising the seven largest examination boards in England, Wales, Northern Ireland and Scotland, providing a single point of contact for UK examination results, administrative arrangements and regulation. Includes FAQ and related documentation.
- National Database of Accredited Qualifications
- Contains details of qualifications that are accredited by the regulators of external qualifications in England (Ofqual), Wales (DCELLS) and Northern Ireland (CCEA).
- Ofqual
- Regulator of qualifications, exams and tests in England. Contains regulatory guidance, procedural information and details of how to query, complain or appeal service from an awarding body.
- QCA: The Diploma
- Provides guidance on curriculum development for the new Diploma qualification, plus resources, policies and timelines.
- Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework
- Aims to help employers, learners and the general public to understand the full range of Scottish qualifications and how those qualifications relate to each other.
- Scottish Qualifications Authority
- National body in Scotland responsible for the development, accreditation, assessment and certification of qualifications other than degrees.
- UK NARIC
- National agency responsible for providing expert opinion on vocational, academic and professional skills and qualifications from non UK countries. Features an online qualifications comparison plus advice for those seeking to come to the UK.
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