VTCT
23 May 2013

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 About Us
 About Us

Who we are

VTCT is the specialist awarding organisation 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 also covers complementary therapies, sport and active leisure, business skills and hospitality and catering. 

VTCT is a Government approved awarding organisation offering National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs), Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) and other vocationally related qualifications (VRQs). VTCT has been in existence for over 50 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 40 staff and has a field force of over 50 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.

VTCT is the specialist awarding organisation 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 also covers complementary therapies, sport and active leisure, business skills and hospitality and catering. 

VTCT is a Government approved awarding organisation offering National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs), Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs) and other vocationally related qualifications (VRQs). VTCT has been in existence for over 50 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 40 staff and has a field force of over 50 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 

Data Request
Click here for the Data request form

Acronyms Used in VTCT

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 

Data Request
Click here for the Data request form

Acronyms Used in VTCT

VTCT Annual Report 2012

A copy of the VTCT Annual Report for 2012 can be viewed by clicking on the image to the right. Copies can also be obtained by writing to VTCT at the address below, marking your letter for the attention of the Finance Manager. 

A copy of the VTCT Annual Report for 2012 can be viewed by clicking on the image to the right. Copies can also be obtained by writing to VTCT at the address below, marking your letter for the attention of the Finance Manager. 

The Management Team

Stephen Vickers Chief Executive
Susan Brakewell Director of Operations
Nic Robinson Director of Business Development
Daniel Underwood Finance Manager
Ashley Barnes Qualifications Manager
Alan Harris Marketing and Customer Service Manager
Ray Howell Centre Administration Manager
Gary Mitchell Quality Assurance Manager
Lesley Morris ICT Manager
Nikki Mackay Chief Verifier - Sport & Active Leisure
Gerri Moore Chief Verifier - Beauty & Complementary Therapies
Nigel Taylor Chief Verifier - Hairdressing
Runa McNamara Head of Centre Training

Regional Centre Advisers

Ursula Conway Regional Centre Adviser
Cath Kidman Regional Centre Adviser

VTCT Trustees

Brian Boyce Chair of the Trustees
Val Kay Trustee
Tony Lau Walker Trustee
Rosanna Preston Trustee
Dr Chris Laws Trustee
Graham Verrell Trustee

Development Officers

Tracay Mead Hospitality & Catering
Carina Fagan-Brereton Health & Beauty
Eileen Baron Sport & Active Leisure
Lynda Whitehorn Hairdressing & Barbering
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