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Gain centre or qualification approval for BTEC (NQF) - UK employers and training providers 

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To offer an Edexcel BTEC (NQF) qualification, you will need to obtain centre and qualification approval.

Centre approval

Edexcel is one of the leading awarding bodies in the UK, offering the full range of academic and vocational qualifications. We are committed to meeting the training needs of our customers through the delivery of qualifications in almost every occupational sector and at all levels. 

You can be assured that by working with Edexcel and the employers team you will receive support and guidance on the centre approval process. This includes assistance in the development and delivery of training programmes that will lead to qualifications that are nationally recognised and respected by those within the industry. 

To start the process of becoming an Edexcel accredited centre, simply complete an Expression of Interest form. A member of the Work-based Learning team will then contact you to discuss becoming an accredited Edexcel centre.

Qualification approval

If you are an existing Edexcel employer/training provider centre wishing to offer an additional NQF BTEC qualification, you can apply via Edexcel Online. Applications for some BTEC qualifications cannot be accepted via Edexcel Online and will need to be submitted using form BTEC1.

BTEC Centre Approval (BTEC-CA)
Centre Approval Application Form for employers and training providers only. Centres should only use this form if they have not been approved as a centre to deliver BTEC vocational qualifications.
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BTEC Qualification Approval (BTEC-QA)
For use by new centres in conjunction with the BTEC-CA, and for existing BTEC centres where the criteria for online approval is not met.
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MLN1 Form
Centre proposal form for the addition of BTEC standard units to an Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Diploma or a Level 3 BTEC National Award, Certificate or Diploma to Meet Local Need (MLN)
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MLN1 Guidance
This guidance document for the completion of form MLN1 addresses the rules and takes you through the form explaining what information we need you to supply to enable us to make an accurate approval decision.
pdf61KB07-Jul-08

MLN2 Form
Centre proposal form for the addition of specialist units to Edexcel Level 5 BTEC Higher Nationals to Meet Local Need (MLN)
rtf851KB12-Feb-09

MLN2 Guidance
Guidance for completing centre proposal form MLN2. It addresses the criteria and procedures relating to MLN, takes you through the form and explains what information you need to supply to enable us to make an accurate approval decision.
pdf68KB07-Jul-08