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It’s designed to make sure your students get their results on time and are ready for their next steps. Whether they’re progressing to higher education or moving straight into employment.  \nBookmark it. Share it. Come back to it whenever you need a reminder of what’s next.  \nAnd if you ever need support along the way, you can easily reach us:  \n✓  Pearson Support Portal  \n✓  [pqs.internationaleo@pearson.com](pqs.internationaleo@pearson.com)  \n✓ +44 (0)120 4770 696 (Our office hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00–18:00 UK time) .  \nLooking for all our key dates? Visit our key dates page   \nGetting started  \nThese early deadlines are about more than ticking boxes.  \nThey help keep student data secure, and make sure the right people have access to the right information.  \nBy working together, you’ll have everything you need to do business with us smoothly and set your students up fora successful year.  \nRead about the Edexcel Online Account Confirmation  \n| Key date | Activity |\n| --- | --- |\n| Before programme delivery | You should make sure you have the correct approval to deliver any new BTEC programmes for the year.\u003Cbr>Please allow plenty of time to submit any new approval requests. |\n| During August | Updated fees booklets are published so you can prepare for the upcoming year. |\n| By the end of October | You can access your updated centre guide to quality assurance booklet. |\n| 28 October | Deadline foryour Head of Centre to complete your centre terms and conditions and Edexcel Online Account Confirmation.\u003Cbr>This means we can keep your student data secure, and we are confident we can contact the right person at your centre. |\n\nManaging registrations and certification  \n\n| Key date | Activity |\n| --- | --- |\n| Within 60 days of enrolment | You should make student registrations within 60 days of enrolment to avoid any late fees. |\n| Within 90 days of registration for BTEC International | Deletions should be made within 90 days of registration to receive a full refund. |\n| Within 49 days of registration for Higher Nationals | Deletions should be made within 49 days of registration to receive a full refund. |\n| 5 July UCAS claiming deadline | You should make full award claims for any student that has applied to university via UCAS by 5 July.\u003Cbr>This makes sure we can send student results directly to UCAS. 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