Review of Tech levels: societal consequences of discontinuation

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to provide information on the societal consequences of discontinuing Tech levels, a Level 3 vocational qualification. It is divided into three sections:

• a brief literature review of the educational and employment outcomes of those who take Level 3 vocational qualifications
• a quantitative analysis of information about who takes Tech levels and a summary of how well they match up with T levels in terms of content and geographical availability
• recommendations and points for consideration.

Keywords

• Fairness
• Assessment policy
• Exam reform
• Social equity
• Vocational education