The reforms aim to create “a more coherent, inclusive and progressive qualifications system”, according to the National Youth Agency, which has announced the changes following a six-month consultation period that ended last month.
Ensuring there is a “clear progression route” from entry to degree level is a focus of the changes, which will see the introduction of a Higher National Diploma (HND) and a Higher National Certificate (HNC) at Levels 4 and 5.
There will also be a greater recognition of youth work experience and strengthening skills needed in the role “not just general employment skills”.
In addition, Level 6+ undergraduate degree, degree apprenticeships and post graduate courses will continue.
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