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The Ufi VocTech Trust in partnership with the Northern Council for Further Education (NCFE), has launched a new funding round of the Assessment Innovation Fund.
The Assessment Innovation Fund offers grants of up to £125,000 per project, with a total funding pool exceeding £1 million. The fund aims to enhance assessment methods within vocational education by supporting innovative, learner-centric solutions that leverage digital technology to create more inclusive and reliable assessment experiences.
Eligible applicants include training providers, awarding organisations, EdTech businesses, colleges, and other entities committed to transforming vocational education assessments.
Projects should focus on developing adaptable assessment tools that respond to the UK economy's and adult learners' evolving needs. Supported activities encompass the design and testing of digital assessment platforms, the creation of inclusive assessment frameworks, and the implementation of scalable assessment models.
The fund seeks applications from organisations capable of reaching at least 1,000 learners, ensuring a significant impact on vocational education practices.
The NCFE is hosting applicant webinars to provide guidance on the application procedure and offer opportunities for questions.
The details of the webinars are as follows:
19 February 2025, 12.30pm – Book now
5 March 2025, 4pm – Book now
There is a three stage application process. The closing date for stage 1 applications is 10am on the 24th March 2025. Applicants successful at stage 1 will be invited to apply for stage 2, etc.
This initiative underscores the commitment of NCFE and Ufi VocTech Trust to drive reform in vocational training assessments, aiming to equip learners and employers with the necessary skills to thrive in a dynamic economic landscape.
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