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easy ................................................. 3  \nUK Qualifications covered by this guide ................................... 4  \nBTEC quality assurance model-centre quality .......................... 6  \nCentre policy and procedure review ..................................................................................... 6  \nIdentify lead internal verifiers .................................................................................................8  \nCentre check in activity ......................................................................................................... 9  \nBTEC quality assurance model – programme quality .................. 11  \nProgramme structure and planning ...................................................................................... 11  \nTeam standardisation .......................................................................................................... 15  \nInternal assessment guidance ............................................................................................. 16  \nStandards verification ...........................................................................................................17  \nInternal quality assurance checks .........................................................................................17  \nMore resources to help you .................................................. 20  \nAppendices ....................................................................... 21  \nAppendix A – Quality assurance activity..................................................................................23  \nAppendix B – Guide for successful claims and results ............................................................24  \nAppendix B – Case study –Aston Manor Academy – sharing good practice ........................28  \nQuality assurance made easy  \nUse this guide to make delivering BTEC quality assurance in 2026/27 easier. We’re here to support you from the get-go with everything you need to make sure you feel confident assessing the Pearson BTEC qualifications. We’ll tailor the quality assurance process to your needs, making your journey through the year smooth and successful. Plus, checkout the quality assurance good practice case study from Aston Manor Academy in appendix B.  \nWe're here to help.  \nIf you need any help with quality assurance, contact us via the  Pearson support portal and we’ll be on hand to help.  \nNeed to have a quick chat or want some dedicated time for one-to-one support? Book a 15min appointment with your Vocational Quality Assurance Manager (VQAM) on our website.  \nVersion Control  \nPage Number  \nWhat has changed  \nDate of Change  \n12-15 Introduction of the Digital Assessment Plan (DAP) 10.06.2026  \nN/A Removal of Edexcel Online account confirmation 15.09.2026  \nUK qualifications covered by this guide  \n• BTEC Level 1/2 Firsts  \n• BTEC Level 2 and 3 Technicals  \n• BTEC Level 3 Nationals  \n• BTEC QCF Specialists, Level 1 , and Entry Level (not covered by WBL QA)  \nPlease note, the BTEC Tech Awards from 2022 are not covered within this model. Please refer to the Centre Guide to Quality Assurance forthe BTEC Tech Awards (from 2022). This can be accessed on our quality assurance webpage here.  \nPlease note, the BTEC Nationals from 2025 (AAQs) are not covered within this model. Please refer to the Centre Guide to Quality Assurance forthe BTEC Nationals from 2025 (AAQs). This can be accessed on our quality assurance webpage  here.  \nThe following qualifications are subject to the Work Based Learning (WBL) Quality Assurance Lead Standards Verifier activities:  \n• Level 1 – 7 Pearson Edexcel and Pearson NVQsand competence-based qualifications regulated by Ofqual  \n• Pearson Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) regulated by SQA Accreditation  \n• BTEC Apprenticeship frameworks (except the Functional skills suite)  \n• BTE","cbCaic6bhq3qLvgl","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaic6bhq3qLvgl","pdf",795480,"English","# Quality assurance made easy\n# UK Qualifications covered by this guide\n# BTEC quality assurance model - centre quality\n## Centre policy and procedure review\n## Identify lead internal verifiers\n## Centre check in activity\n# BTEC quality assurance model – programme quality\n## Programme structure and planning\n## Team standardisation\n## Internal assessment guidance\n## Standards verification\n## Internal quality assurance checks\n# More resources to help you\n# Appendices\n## Appendix A – Quality assurance activity\n## Appendix B – Guide for successful claims and results","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of the Centre Guide for BTEC quality assurance in 2026/27?\",\"answer\":\"It is designed to make delivering BTEC quality assurance easier by outlining the support and steps needed to assess Pearson BTEC qualifications confidently throughout the year.\"},{\"question\":\"Which BTEC qualifications are covered by this guide’s quality assurance model?\",\"answer\":\"The guide covers BTEC Level 1/2 Firsts, BTEC Level 2 and 3 Technicals, BTEC Level 3 Nationals, and listed specialist and entry-level qualifications, while noting exclusions such as certain Tech Awards and Nationals versions.\"},{\"question\":\"What does the centre quality assurance model require centres to review?\",\"answer\":\"Centres must review and evaluate specific BTEC policies and procedures annually, covering how BTEC programmes and their quality assurance processes work in the centre.\"}]","Centre Guide - BTEC Quality Assurance - 2026-2027 | PDF",1792465571,76]