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Higher Technical Qualifications

Facilitating the journey of lifelong learning

Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) sit at level 4 and level 5. They are quality marked by Skills England to show they meet national standards. They also offer clear progression from T Levels. Our qualifications support routes into work or further study at level 6 and help tackle the higher technical skills gap.

Prestigious qualifications of the highest quality 

We’re committed to lifelong learning with pathways that support you at every stage of your career. Our Higher Technical Qualifications are high quality and meet national technical standards. We offer four approved qualifications and continue to develop new options for learners.

New qualifications now launched  
The journey to HTQs – what does it look like?  

We help learners move from level 2 to level 5 so they can build skills, knowledge and technical ability. Use the dropdowns below to explore the learning journey in early years, cyber security and data analysis.

For those pursuing a career in cyber security, an HTQ provides a clear pathway to build essential skills. This includes hands-on expertise and the chance to progress into specialist roles in a fast-evolving field.

Level  

Qualification  

2 

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Cyber Security-603/5853/1 

3 

NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Cyber Security Practices-603/5762/9 

4 

NCFE Level 4 Diploma: Cyber Security Engineer-603/7748/3 

For aspiring data analysts, HTQs offer a structured path to develop key skills, advance into specialist areas, and boost career prospects.

Level  

Qualification  

2 

NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Data Analysis-603/3916/0 

3 

NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Data-603/7882/7 

4 

NCFE Level 4 Diploma: Data Analyst-603/7751/3 

5

NCFE Level 5 Diploma: Data Engineer - 610/5972/9

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HTQ expert David Rowley explores what makes NCFE’s Higher Technical Qualifications stand out.

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Blog: How HTQs could tackle the UK's over-qualification problem

NCFE Product Manager, David Rowley, explores how HTQs provide a faster, more affordable route into skilled jobs.

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