Who we are

VTCT is the specialist awarding body for the hairdressing and beauty sector and the first non-unitary awarding body accredited to offer the Principal Learning for the new Diploma in Hair and Beauty Studies. Our full qualification package covers complementary therapies, sports and active leisure and business skills.

VTCT is a Government approved Awarding Body offering National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs), Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) and other vocationally related qualifications (VRQs). VTCT has been in existence for over forty years and has been at the forefront of developing the vocational system of qualifications in the United Kingdom.

With a head office in Eastleigh, Hampshire, the company employs around forty staff and has a field force of over fifty external verifiers working on a contract basis.

VTCT is involved in many of the new initiatives being introduced into the education system, including the embedding of key skills, the move to functional skills and towards e-assessment. At the same time we are keeping abreast of developments in the Framework for Achievement and the introduction of the 14-19 Diplomas.

VTCT will continue to strengthen its presence in the vocational qualifications market in the United Kingdom, where qualifications from VTCT are offered at over 500 colleges of further education and private training centres. Further expansion into overseas markets is one of VTCT's next goals.

Mission Statement
We award vocational qualifications that recognise world class skills

Core Values
As an educational charity providing services to learners and centres, our core values, which will be demonstrated in all our activity, are:

1. Exceptional customer service
2. Value for money
3. Continuous improvement
4. Responsive partnership
5. Ethical behaviour
6. Charitable activity
7. Creative innovation.

Vision
To be recognised as the leading awarding organisation in the UK for the quality of our products and services for the sectors we serve.

Strategic Aims
1. Develop our position as a major awarding organisation.
2. Increase the demand for our qualifications.
3. Improve customer service.
4. Sustain a significant level of charitable giving activities.
5. Develop the organisation's capacity and capability.

Diversity Statement
Click here for the VTCT Diversity Statement

Complaints Procedure
Click here for the VTCT Complaints Policy and Procedures

Centre Entitlement
Click here for the VTCT Centre Entitlement leaflet

Acronyms Used in VTCT

VTCT Annual Report 2011

A copy of the VTCT Annual Report for 2011 can be viewed by clicking on the image. Copies can also be obtained by writing to VTCT at the address below, marking your letter for the attention of the Finance Manager.