The Education and Training Foundation (ETF) is proud to have supported 72,910 activities as part of the T Level Professional Development (TLPD) offer, funded by the Department for Education (DfE), since the TLPD Pilot Phase began in 2019. 

During the 2024–25 academic year, there were 7,347 engagements with TLPD activities by teaching and teaching support staff. Of these, 4,452 were for face-to-face or live-online CPD activities, and 2,895 were with the on-demand online learning offer. The remaining 5,328 engagements were from other staffing groups including leaders, managers and administration staff. 

Of those who have accessed the TLPD offer this academic year, there has been a course satisfaction rate of 94 per cent from survey respondents. When asked about their learning experience, one participant on an Assessment in T Levels course stated: “It’s been great to discuss the development and gaps in knowledge around the room. I’ve learned loads about the processes for assessment relating to T Levels. Thank you!” 

ETF has supported the delivery of T Levels since 2019 and was awarded a four-year contract by the DfE in February 2020 to continue supporting providers, leaders and practitioners by delivering this vital continuing professional development to the FE and Skills sector. In February 2024, the TLPD contract with the DfE was extended to continue delivery into the academic years 2024–25 and 2025–26. 

The TLPD offer continues to adapt to ensure the courses continue to meet the needs of the sector. In preparation for the 2025–26 academic year, the Teaching and Assessing T Levels in Schools courses have been split into for 90-minute bitesize sessions for any live online delivery, and the Networks model has been updated. Networks will be a space of connection and collaboration, with each session offering a chance to grow expertise, inspire change and strengthen the future of teaching and learning. 

ETF continues to work with providers from across the FE and Skills sector, employers, professional bodies and key partners – including the Association of Colleges, Alpha Plus, the Association of School and College Leaders, and Strategic Development Network – to enhance the programme and ensure providers and their staff are fully supported in preparing and delivering T Levels.  

Find out more about the TLPD offer on ETF’s TLPD page.