Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) are level 4 and level 5 qualifications, such as Foundation Degrees, Higher National Certificates and Higher National Diplomas.
They are an option for young people (aged 18 plus who live in England) starting their career and for adults looking to upskill or retrain. You can study for these at college or university, some of which specialise in subjects as part of an Institute of Technology or National College.
HTQs have been approved against employer developed standards, also known as occupational standards. This ensures that learners gain the skills that employers want, and employers can be confident that learners have the knowledge, skills and behaviours for a particular specialist role.
The qualifications last between one and two years full-time, with part-time and distance learning options available.
HTQs are available across the digital sector, health and science, and construction.
You can find out more about higher level qualifications through the National Careers Service or at Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs) | Skills for Careers (education.gov.uk)
Higher Technical Qualifications in Devon
Institute of Technology in Devon