Why Partner with GQA?

Grow your centre. Deliver a better learner journey.

As a GQA-Approved Centre, you gain a trusted partner helping you deliver industry-recognised qualifications, meet national standards, and stand out in competitive markets. GQA supports Bespoke Qualifications, Accredited Training, Endorsed Programmes, and End-Point Assessment (EPA), along with a One Stop Shop that brings together qualifications, assessments, CSCS carding, and Health & Safety testing for a seamless learner journey. With clear processes, expert guidance, and resources from approval through delivery, GQA makes high-quality training easier to provide and more attractive to learners and employers.

Partner with GQA — grow your centre, deliver trusted training

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Industry-Trusted Qualifications

Deliver qualifications recognised across the UK and internationally which are built in partnership with employers and regulators, ensuring your learners gain the credibility and skills to succeed.

Expand Your Reach

Attract more learners and employers with qualifications designed for high-demand sectors. Partnering with GQA strengthens your offer and not only positions your centre as a trusted provider but helps you stay ahead of industry change with qualifications aligned for evolving skills needs.

e-Portfolio

All our approved centres enjoy free access to our e-Portfolio system. Whereas many Awarding Organisations charge for this service, we include it at no cost, helping you save money whilst streamlining your learner journey.

CSCS One-Stop Shop

Approved centres can apply directly through GQA for candidates’ CSCS cards, delivered to their home. With GQA’s own CITB Health, Safety and Environment touch-screen test, centres gain a complete in-house CSCS solution, simplifying and streamlining the carding process.

Dedicated Centre Support
Attract more learners and employers with qualifications designed for high-demand sectors. Partnering with GQA strengthens your offer and not only positions your centre as a trusted provider but helps you stay ahead of industry change with qualifications aligned for evolving skills needs.
Accelerate your Centre revenues

Benefit from GQA’s modern approach to centre support, leveraging our industry credibility and digital marketing prowess. We provide guidance, resources, and campaigns that help your centre stand out online, attract learners, and connect with employers in an increasingly digital-first world.

Industry-Trusted Qualifications

Deliver qualifications recognised across the UK and internationally which are built in partnership with employers and regulators, ensuring your learners gain the credibility and skills to succeed.

Expand Your Reach

Locate approved training centres near you. Our network of quality training providers delivers exceptional learning experiences across the UK. Find local, expert-led courses and qualifications that fit your schedule and learning preferences.

e-Portfolio

All our approved centres enjoy free access to our e-Portfolio system. Whereas many Awarding Organisations charge for this service, we include it at no cost, helping you save money whilst streamlining your learner journey.

CSCS One-Stop Shop

Approved centres can apply directly through GQA for candidates’ CSCS cards, delivered to their home. With GQA’s own CITB Health, Safety and Environment touch-screen test, centres gain a complete in-house CSCS solution, simplifying and streamlining the carding process.

Dedicated Centre Support

From approval through to delivery, we support you every step. Benefit from dedicated account managers, training resources, and responsive customer service to help your centre thrive.

Accelerate your Centre revenues

Benefit from GQA’s modern approach to centre support, leveraging our industry credibility and digital marketing prowess. We provide guidance, resources, and campaigns that help your centre stand out online, attract learners, and connect with employers in an increasingly digital-first world.

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Our Sectors

GQA’s qualifications span a wide range of industries, giving your centre the opportunity to support learners in both mainstream and specialist fields. Our industry partnerships ensure each qualification reflects real-world needs, while offering learners clear routes into employment or career progression.

Trusted End Point Assessment with GQA

Your Partner for Quality and Credibility.

 

GQA provides high-quality, independent End Point Assessments (EPAs) for curtain walling, automotive glazing, print, and all fenestration, fabrication, and installation apprenticeships in England.

Our EPA service is built on fairness, rigour, and industry expertise.


We work closely with employers, training providers, and apprentices to provide a smooth, supportive assessment experience from initial engagement to final grading.

All assessments are carried out by qualified industry professionals, ensuring relevance, credibility, and consistency. Clear guidance throughout the process helps apprentices demonstrate real occupational competence, giving lasting value to your workforce.

Partner with GQA to assess with confidence and impact.

Customised Learning Provision with GQA

Flexible Training. Recognised Quality. Real Impact

In addition to GQA’s Regulated Qualifications, centres can offer flexible, quality-assured training tailored to specialist needs:

Accredited Training – Structured, assessed courses outside regulated qualifications, approved by GQA for content, delivery, and outcomes. Learners receive GQA Skills Cards and co-branded Certificates.

Bespoke Qualifications – Fully assessed, tailored qualifications built around your organisation’s roles, skills, or technology, combining your expertise with GQA’s recognised framework.

Endorsed Programmes – High-quality training with clear outcomes where formal assessment is not required. Learners receive co-branded Certificates.

These routes expand your portfolio, meet employer and sector needs, and complement regulated qualifications.

Add Value. Deliver GQA Customised Learning

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Customer Satisfaction

At GQA, we are proud of the long-standing relationships we build with our approved centres. In our most recent customer survey (March 2025), centres highlighted our professionalism, supportive approach, and commitment to quality. We consistently achieve high satisfaction scores, reflecting the trust and confidence placed in us by training providers nationwide. Our overall Net Promoter Score was 65

How would you rate the general courtesy and professionalism of GQA staff ?

93% Satisfaction Rating:

‘All are outstanding, polite and helpful’

‘Always helpful, friendly and professional’

How would you rate the quality of advice, support and guidance given to you from GQA Staff?

92% Satisfaction Rating:

‘The best quality of advice, support and guidance given to us’

‘I can ask questions at any time and they will be answered’

How would you rate your EQA overall?

94% Satisfaction Rating:

‘Our EQA is exceptional with his advice and support’

‘Our EQA is pragmatic and knowledgeable and always puts the need of the learners first’

Start your application today

Partner with GQA and empower learners through trusted, industry-recognised qualifications. Start your application today and join a network of high-performing centres committed to quality, professionalism, and real career impact.

How to Become an Approved Centre

Follow our simple four-step process to apply, get reviewed, and start delivering GQA qualifications with ongoing expert support.

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Apply

Complete a straightforward application form and provide supporting documentation. Our team will guide you through the requirements.

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Review

We review your application, facilities, and staff qualifications and experience to ensure alignment with GQA’s standards.

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Approval

Once approved and centre application fee paid, you gain access to our systems, resources, and qualifications portfolio.

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Ongoing Support

Your dedicated EQA supports you throughout delivery, quality assurance, and growth and an Account Manager liaises with you over a bespoke package of business support.

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