Ofqual has published its Action Plan for the Prevention of Qualification Fraud, setting out a clear and collaborative strategy to protect the integrity of qualifications across the sector.
The plan outlines key measures, including enhanced data sharing, improved reporting mechanisms, and increased public awareness to deter and detect fraudulent activity. Key principles are:
- Collaboration with regulators and enforcement agencies to address criminal activity linked to qualification fraud.
- Issuing a Fraud Prevention Advice Note to guide awarding organisations in identifying and mitigating risks.
- Enhancing data sharing and intelligence collaboration across the sector.
- Raising public awareness to help individuals and employers spot fraudulent qualifications.
- Simplifying reporting mechanisms for suspicious activity.
At Gateway Qualifications, we believe that qualifications must be earned through genuine achievement. They are more than just certificates – they are gateways to employment, education, and opportunity. By confirming to our support of Ofqual’s action plan, we are taking a clear stand to protect learners, employers, and the wider public from the damaging effects of fraud.
The principles outlined align with our ongoing efforts to ensure that all qualifications issued are valid, trusted, and reflective of genuine achievement.
Together with Ofqual and our fellow awarding organisations, we are committed to safeguarding the credibility of the UK’s qualification system.
The full action plan is available on the Ofqual website: Ofqual’s action plan for the prevention of qualification fraud – GOV.UK