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SUMMARY:Preparing Centres for EQA sampling
DESCRIPTION:Are you prepared for EQA sampling activity? \nJoin our upcoming webinar with the Quality Team and a Lead EQA as they explore all aspects of sampling so you can avoid common pitfalls and potential delays in processing your learners’ certificates. \nIn this session\, we’ll cover:\n• The information required prior to the EQA sampling activity\,\n• Timings for submission of a claim\,\n• Activities during and after sampling\,\n• Potential delays in processing claims. \nCatch up with the webinar here! \nYou can download a copy of the handouts for this session below: \nPreparing for EQA sampling  \nPreparing for EQA sampling – supporting handout  \nPreparing for EQA sampling – Centre guidance \nCompleting your Sampling Annual Plan guidance
URL:https://www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk/event/preparing-centres-for-eqa-sampling-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Cyber Security Essentials: Practical steps to protect your organisation and support learners
DESCRIPTION:Cyber threats to further education are no longer hypothetical; they are increasing in scale\, sophistication\, and impact. \nJoin this webinar to learn practical tips\, expert insight and real examples to help protect learner data\, prevent cyberattacks and safeguard assessment integrity. \nThis session brings together national law‑enforcement intelligence\, technical expertise\, and sector‑led best practice. The City of London Police\, who operates the UK’s new Report Fraud service (replacing Action Fraud from December 2025)\, will share first‑hand insight into the most prevalent cyber threats currently affecting colleges and training providers\, alongside evidence‑based guidance on how organisations can reduce their exposure to risk. \nYou’ll also hear from Redpalm Technology Services\, who will explain why Cyber Essentials is one of the most effective and achievable routes to improving cyber‑resilience in education\, giving you a practical understanding of recognised security standards and the tangible steps required to strengthen institutional protection. \nThe session will include Nelson and Colne College\, showcasing their journey to achieving CyberFirst Gold status. This will bring cyber resilience to life\, demonstrating what strong practice looks like in an FE setting and the real impact of building cyber awareness across the whole organisation\, including how the Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award in Cybersecurity Awareness can support staff and learners alike. \nThe webinar will conclude with a live Q&A\, giving you the opportunity to raise challenges specific to your organisation and leave with clear\, achievable actions to strengthen your cyber resilience. \nIf you are responsible for governance\, risk\, data protection\, or organisational leadership\, this session will equip you with the insight and confidence needed to act. \nCatch up with the live session here! \nYou can download the handouts from this session below: \nPowerPoint Presentation \nKey Fraud and Cyber Protect resources – The City of London Police resource
URL:https://www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk/event/cyber-security-essentials-practical-steps-to-protect-your-organisation-and-support-learners/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Centre Compliance drop-in surgery
DESCRIPTION:Bring your centre compliance questions to our live drop-in surgery. \nThis informal Q&A session is your chance to speak directly with the Centre Compliance team. Whether you’re seeking clarification on requirements\, concerned about potential issues\, or looking for practical advice to prevent problems before they arise\, we’re here to help. \nIn this session\, you will: \n\nDiscover our supporting materials\nHave your compliance queries or questions addressed by the team\n\nYou can submit questions in advance to the team at Centre.Compliance@gatewayqualifications.org.uk or ask them on the day. \nIf you’re a registered Centre and haven’t received a registration email\, please contact the Centre Compliance team at Centre.Compliance@gatewayqualifications.org.uk  for the registration link.
URL:https://www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk/event/centre-compliance-drop-in-surgery-apr-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Closing the Digital Skills Gap in Adult Community Education
DESCRIPTION:We’re delighted to be exhibiting at the HOLEX Summer Conference and\, as part of our exhibitor activity\, we’ll also be hosting a webinar with North Yorkshire County Council Adult Learning and Skills. \nHOLEX is delighted to welcome Gateway Qualifications and North Yorkshire County Council Adult Learning and Skills service to this practical and insightful webinar supporting Adult Community Education (ACE)  learning organisations to strengthen their digital skills provision. \nAs an awarding organisation committed to widening participation\, Gateway Qualifications works closely with ACE learning organisations and employers to design accessible\, relevant qualifications that respond to real‑world skills needs\, drawing on national insight and sector‑wide engagement. \n This webinar will focus on real‑world practice\, with North Yorkshire County Council Adult Learning and Skills Service sharing their experience of designing and delivering an engaging digital curriculum that meets local needs and supports learner progression. The session will show how their digital curriculum aligns with Ofsted expectations around quality\, inclusion and outcomes\, offering a practical and honest view of what implementation looks like in practice. \n The session will cover: \n\nEssential Digital Skills for life and work\, including available delivery pathways\nPractical approaches to closing the adult workforce Digital Skills gap\nSupporting learners and organisations to stay safe from cybercrime and online threats\n\n*This event is exclusive to Holex members* \n\n\nHOLEX is the national membership body and voice for Adult Community Education (ACE) in England\, representing local authority adult learning services\, institutes for adult learning and third‑sector providers. It supports the sector through advocacy\, policy influence and professional development\, championing accessible\, community‑based learning that supports progression into further education\, apprenticeships and employment.
URL:https://www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk/event/closing-the-digital-skills-gap-in-adult-community-education/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Centre Compliance drop-in surgery
DESCRIPTION:Bring your centre compliance questions to our live drop-in surgery. \nThis informal Q&A session is your chance to speak directly with the Centre Compliance team. Whether you’re seeking clarification on requirements\, concerned about potential issues\, or looking for practical advice to prevent problems before they arise\, we’re here to help. \nIn this session\, you will: \n\nDiscover our supporting materials\nHave your compliance queries or questions addressed by the team\n\nYou can submit questions in advance to the team at Centre.Compliance@gatewayqualifications.org.uk or ask them on the day. \nIf you’re a registered Centre and haven’t received a registration email\, please contact the Centre Compliance team at Centre.Compliance@gatewayqualifications.org.uk  for the registration link.
URL:https://www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk/event/centre-compliance-drop-in-surgery-may-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Centre Compliance drop-in surgery
DESCRIPTION:Bring your centre compliance questions to our live drop-in surgery. \nThis informal Q&A session is your chance to speak directly with the Centre Compliance team. Whether you’re seeking clarification on requirements\, concerned about potential issues\, or looking for practical advice to prevent problems before they arise\, we’re here to help. \nIn this session\, you will: \n\nDiscover our supporting materials\nHave your compliance queries or questions addressed by the team\n\nYou can submit questions in advance to the team at Centre.Compliance@gatewayqualifications.org.uk or ask them on the day. \nIf you’re a registered Centre and haven’t received a registration email\, please contact the Centre Compliance team at Centre.Compliance@gatewayqualifications.org.uk  for the registration link.
URL:https://www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk/event/centre-compliance-drop-in-surgery-jun-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Centre Compliance drop-in surgery
DESCRIPTION:Bring your centre compliance questions to our live drop-in surgery. \nThis informal Q&A session is your chance to speak directly with the Centre Compliance team. Whether you’re seeking clarification on requirements\, concerned about potential issues\, or looking for practical advice to prevent problems before they arise\, we’re here to help. \nIn this session\, you will: \n\nDiscover our supporting materials\nHave your compliance queries or questions addressed by the team\n\nYou can submit questions in advance to the team at Centre.Compliance@gatewayqualifications.org.uk or ask them on the day. \nIf you’re a registered Centre and haven’t received a registration email\, please contact the Centre Compliance team at Centre.Compliance@gatewayqualifications.org.uk  for the registration link.
URL:https://www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk/event/centre-compliance-drop-in-surgery-jul-26/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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