
Episodes

Monday Sep 22, 2025
Monday Sep 22, 2025
In this episode, we’re joined by a guest speaker to share practical tips for effective delivery with the tutor and JCQ guidance. Whether you’re new to the role or looking to refresh your approach, we’ll walk through good guidance and how to support learners with confidence.
We’ll also remind centres of the Standardisation Pack, a key tool for ensuring consistency across your team—to help structure and deliver tutor sessions with minimal prep.
Packed with useful insights and ready-to-use tools, this episode is all about making tutor guidance more manageable and more meaningful. Please see links to support this podcast below.
Links to delivery support hub on website:
https://www.ncfe.org.uk/qualifications/delivery-support/v-certs-delivery-support-hub/
Feedback:
https://survey.alchemer.eu/s3/90817091/curriculum-support-recording
Link FAQ:
https://www.ncfe.org.uk/qualifications/faqs/v-certs/
JCQ Guidance link:
Instructions-for-conducting-non-examination-assessments-Vocational-and-Technical-Qualifications_FIN…

Monday Sep 22, 2025
Episode Two: V Cert Support: How Provider Development Officers Can Help You
Monday Sep 22, 2025
Monday Sep 22, 2025
In this episode, we focus on the support available to you as a V Cert provider. Our Provider Development Officers are here to help you navigate delivery with confidence—from planning to assessment and everything in between.
We’ll walk you through the key support options:
• The Delivery Support hub and what you’ll find there
• Our Live Q&A sessions for quick answers to your questions
• Touchpoint consultations—what they are, who they’re for, and how to book
• Themed Q&A Open Doors sessions for targeted, informal support on specific topics
If you're looking to make the most of what’s on offer or you’re not sure where to start, this episode will guide you through what’s available and how to access it.
Links to delivery support hub on website:
https://www.ncfe.org.uk/qualifications/delivery-support/v-certs-delivery-support-hub/
Feedback:
https://survey.alchemer.eu/s3/90817091/curriculum-support-recording
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Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
In this episode, we cover key updates to the Non-Exam Assessment (NEA), including what’s new for the upcoming cycle and how these changes may affect your planning. We also break down the new release and clarification process—what it is, how it works, and what you need to do.
We’re joined by guest speaker Glen Hall, our Assessment Solutions Manager, who shares insights on how these updates fit into the bigger picture and what they mean for providers. If you're looking for clarity and practical takeaways, this episode is a great place to start.
Links to V Certs Delivery support hub on website:
https://www.ncfe.org.uk/qualifications/delivery-support/v-certs-delivery-support-hub/
Feedback:
https://survey.alchemer.eu/s3/90817091/curriculum-support-recording
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Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Episode One: What's New for 2025–26: NEA Updates, Key Dates & Provider Support
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
NEA update: The new release dates and clarification process, approval booking, The 3 P’s Padlet, Podbean and Provider Hub
In this episode, we’re unpacking everything you need to know for the 2025–26 academic year. We’ll start with an update on NEA, including what’s changing and what’s staying the same. We also walk through the new release and clarification process, so you know exactly when and how materials will be shared.
We’ll cover key dates for the 25–26 cycle and introduce the “3 P’s” of support—our approach to making sure you feel prepared, proactive, and part of a community. You’ll hear more about how to make the most of our Podbean channel, explore what’s on offer in the community Padlet, and get a first look at the new Provider Development Support Hub.
Whether you’re returning or just getting started, there’s something here for everyone.
Links to V certs Delivery support hub on website:
https://www.ncfe.org.uk/qualifications/delivery-support/v-certs-delivery-support-hub/
Feedback:
https://survey.alchemer.eu/s3/90817091/curriculum-support-recording
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