Support for parents/carers and learners

This resource has been created to help parents/ carers and learners understand Alternative Academic Qualifications (AAQs) and Reformed Technical Qualifications as new post-16 options that are available from 1 August 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for parents/ carers and learners

Download the FAQ for parents/carers and learners at the bottom of this page.

Leaflets for parents/carers

Learn more about newly reformed qualifications by downloading the leaflets at the bottom of the page. There are three leaflets available.

• Alternative Academic Qualifications (AAQs)
• Level 2 reformed Technical Qualifications
• Level 3 reformed Technical Qualifications.

Posters about newly reformed qualifications

Download posters with information about newly reformed qualifications. These are available at the bottom of the page.