Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB)

🚀 𝗙𝗔𝗕 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 We’re excited to launch FAB Futures, sponsored by NEBOSH, – a unique, one-day seminar designed for leaders shaping business strategies in the Skills and FE sector. Taking place on 20 May 2025 at the Hyatt Regency, Birmingham, this event will unpack key issues that will determine the operating environment for the FE and Skills qualifications and assessment industry in 2032. The seminar will reach beyond the current policy horizon and explore learner trends, markets, technology and regulation with the assistance of distinguished speakers and panellists from academia, business, think-tanks and the industry through a blend of keynote speeches, expert panel analysis and round table discussions. 🔗 Learn more and secure your place today: https://lnkd.in/eDfVFWJG #FABFutures #FutureOfSkills #FEandSkills #BusinessStrategy #Education

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝗮𝘂𝗴𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝘀𝗵 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 The Federation of Awarding Bodies is delighted to host our first-ever Welsh Industry Dinner with sponsorship from Agored Cymru and support from National Training Federation for Wales (NTFW). This exclusive event will bring together representatives from the Welsh Government, regulators, training providers, and key industry leaders for an evening of collaboration, discussion, and networking. We are also pleased to welcome Simon Pirotte OBE, CEO of Medr: Commission for Tertiary Education and Research | Y Comisiwn Addysg Drydyddol ac Ymchwil, as our guest speaker for the evening. 📅 Date: Wednesday, 5 March 2025 📍 Venue: Marriott Hotel, Cardiff ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM pre-dinner drinks | 7:00 PM dinner This event operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Places are limited to one per member AO, and bookings will close on 14 February 2025. Find out more and book your place here: https://lnkd.in/epuvYGYz #WelshIndustryDinner #Collaboration #EducationAndSkills #AwardingBodies #Networking

📢 Join us at #EPA2025! On Tuesday, 1st July 2025, end-point assessment professionals will come together for a day of networking, insightful discussions, and practical learning at Warwick Conferences, Coventry. 🌟 Highlights include: - Keynote speeches from industry leaders - Interactive panel discussions tackling key challenges and opportunities - Engaging workshops with practical takeaways - The latest updates on policy and regulatory developments This is your chance to expand your network, deepen your knowledge, and stay ahead in the world of end-point assessment. 🔗 Find out more and book your tickets today: https://lnkd.in/eRgUrxGC #EndPointAssessment #EPA #EndPointAssessmentOrganisation #EPAO

📰 𝗙𝗔𝗕 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 The Federation of Awarding Bodies (FAB) is pleased to announce the newly appointed members of its Board following the recent election process.  The successful candidates for the FAB Board are: · Alison Parkes, EAL · Kelle McQuade, Training Qualifications UK · Nicola Mellor, Chartered Insurance Institute · Steve Smith, SIAS · Terry Fennell, FDQ Ltd FAB is also delighted to confirm the re-election of Charlotte Bosworth and David Gallagher FIEP as Directors, who will continue in their respective roles of Chair and Vice Chair. Their continued leadership will provide invaluable stability as the Federation navigates opportunities and challenges within the awarding and assessment sector. The FAB Board elections, conducted independently by UK Engage, ensure that the Federation’s governance remains transparent, impartial, and reflective of its diverse membership base. Commenting on the appointments, FAB’s Chief Executive, Rob Nitsch CBE, said: "I am delighted to welcome our new Board members and to congratulate Charlotte and David on their re-election. The calibre of our Board reflects the strength and diversity of the Federation’s membership, and I look forward to working closely with all members to ensure FAB continues to champion the vital role of awarding and assessment organisations across the UK. Congratulations to everyone elected – your leadership will undoubtedly help us achieve great things together." Download the press release here: https://lnkd.in/exUYiFgt

𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 - 𝟭𝟯 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 | 𝗛𝘆𝗮𝘁𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆, 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗵𝗮𝗺 Are you ready to strengthen your knowledge of regulation and compliance? Join us for a one-day event designed for practitioners and line managers working in regulatory-focused roles across any UK jurisdiction. This is your chance to gain expert insights, explore practical solutions, and connect with professionals from Awarding Organisations (AOs), End-Point Assessment Organisations (EPAOs), and those pursuing recognition. The day will be hosted by Dr Fiona Summers, Deputy CEO at Laser Learning Awards and Non-Executive Director at FAB. 📢 Speakers include: 🔹 Lucy Sydney – Director of Strategic Relationships for Vocational and Technical Qualifications at Ofqual 🔹 Cath Jadhav – VP & Responsible Officer, Pearson (Formerly Executive Director, Standards, Research and Analysis at Ofqual) 🔹 Emma Leary – Director of Regulation and Standards & Acting Responsible Officer, City & Guilds (Formerly Associate Director for Vocational and Technical Qualifications Policy at Ofqual) 🔹 Nat Johnson – Senior Technical & Statistical Research Manager, City and Guilds 🔹 Matthew Quelch – Head of Quality Assurance, Kaplan Assessments (Formerly Head of Assessment and Assurance at IfATE) 🔹 Vida Stewart, Chief Executive Officer, Laser Learning Awards View the full agenda & book your tickets here: https://lnkd.in/g9hTRp6Q #RegulatoryCompliance #Regulation #Compliance

💫 We are proud to host our inaugural Welsh Industry Dinner, sponsored by Agored Cymru and supported by National Training Federation for Wales (NTFW). This exclusive event will bring together representatives from the Welsh Government, regulators, and training providers for an evening of collaboration, networking, and celebration. This event is designed to foster stronger collaborative relationships across the education and skills sector in Wales. The dinner is taking place on the eve of the NTFW Annual Conference and will feature pre-dinner drinks, a three-course dinner, complete with wine, coffee, and cheese and insights from our guest speaker; Simon Pirotte OBE, CEO of Medr. This event operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Places are limited to one per member AO, and bookings will close on 14 February 2025. Find out more and book your place here: https://lnkd.in/epuvYGYz

💡 Insightful Read Alert! 💡 At the FAB 2024 Conference, Bates Wells shared valuable insights on Ofqual's consultation regarding the introduction of a Principles Condition to its General Conditions of Recognition for Awarding Organisations. In this blog, they delve deeper into the positives and potential challenges of principles-based regulation. A must-read for those interested in the evolving landscape of regulation and its impact on the awarding sector 👇 #AwardingBodies #Regulation #Ofqual #Education #PrinciplesBasedApproach

📆 𝗨𝗽𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 ➛ 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 | 23 January | 11.00 - 12.00 ➛ 𝗧 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 | 23 January | 15.00 - 16.00 ➛ 𝗙𝗔𝗕 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 | 29 January | 11.30 - 12.15 ➛ 𝗘𝗣𝗔 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 | 3 February | 13.00 - 14.00 ➛ 𝗙𝗔𝗕 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗻 𝗜𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 | 5 February | 10.30 - 12.00 For further information and to book your place visit: https://lnkd.in/ewqap7nr

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗨𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 The assessment and awarding sector is facing significant challenges, including skills shortages, unclear career pathways, and a lack of professional recognition. At the Federation of Awarding Bodies, we’re committed to addressing these issues and supporting the growth of a strong, sustainable sector. To guide our work, we need your insights. We’ve created a short, anonymous survey designed to gather your feedback. It takes just 5 minutes to complete and will help shape the future of our sector. 📌 Complete the survey here: https://lnkd.in/eCeCb8S7 Your input is invaluable in helping us tackle these challenges and build a brighter future for assessment and awarding professionals. Let’s make a difference together. #ProfessionalDevelopment #AssessmentSector #AwardingOrganisations #AssessmentAndAwarding #Professionalisation #Assessment #Awarding

🎓 𝗔𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗩𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 Are you new to developing vocational qualifications or looking to deepen your understanding of the process? This upcoming course is designed to provide you with the knowledge and practical tools you need to succeed. This interactive course covers the fundamental building blocks of qualification and unit development. Through a mix of trainer-led input and hands-on exercises, you’ll gain a solid understanding of the process and common pitfalls to avoid. 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿? - Staff new to qualification development. - Professionals in other teams (e.g., assessment or learner resources) who want to better understand how their work supports qualification development. 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 – 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆! Find out more and book your place here: https://lnkd.in/ej9Eqi_i #VocationalQualifications #ProfessionalDevelopment #EarlyBirdOffer #TrainingOpportunity #AwardingAndAssessmentAcademy