Â鶹´«Ã½ (ETF) continues to be accredited to the matrix Standard following its second Continuous Improvement Check since achieving accreditation in 2023. The accreditation recognises ETF’s high-quality information and guidance services to the Further Education (FE) and Skills sector.
The matrix Standard is the international quality standard for organisations that deliver information, advice and/or guidance (IAG), either as their sole purpose or as part of their service offering. The matrix Standard is owned by the Department of Education (DfE) and is managed by The Growth Company on its behalf.
The initial matrix accreditation process focused on ETF’s regional engagement. The regional team supports providers to deliver T Levels through the DfE-funded T Level Professional Development programme, alongside offering essential support services and connecting providers with ETF’s wider professional development support and training.
Positive survey responses continue to demonstrate the value provided by the regional team: in a survey last summer, 99% of participants said they were satisfied with the information, advice and guidance provided and 98% said they were satisfied with the signposting to other support, resources and links. The broader impact of ETF’s regional team’s services was evident, with 94% of participants stating that the support and guidance they had received had a positive impact on their organisation.
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