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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
- NCFE CACHE Level 5 Diploma for the Early Years Senior Practitioner
- NCFE Level 4 Diploma: Cyber Security Engineer
- NCFE Level 4 Diploma: Data Analyst
- NCFE Level 5 Diploma: Data Engineer
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.
Early years
Progression from level 2 to level 5 helps Early Years Practitioners build knowledge, develop skills and stay current in early years practice.
Cyber security
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.
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NCFE Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Cyber Security-603/5853/1 |
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NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Cyber Security Practices-603/5762/9 |
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Data analysis
For aspiring data analysts, HTQs offer a structured path to develop key skills, advance into specialist areas, and boost career prospects.
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Find out more
Watch our free webinar
HTQ expert David Rowley explores what makes NCFE’s Higher Technical Qualifications stand out.
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.
