TEACHING, TAs & PE QUALIFICATIONS
As an Ofqual recognised awarding organisation, we have developed a pioneering portfolio of regulated qualifications.
We develop every qualification in collaboration with industry leading organisations, employers, education providers and equality advocates.
Our rigorous quality controls enable us to recognise high quality education providers as qualification delivery centres. The centre’s expert teams ensure that leaners receive the best possible experience.
Transcend Level 3 Award in School Governor Preparation
Transcend Level 3 Certificate for Teaching Assistants Specialising in Physical Education
Transcend Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants Specialising in Physical Education
Transcend Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
Transcend Level 6 Diploma for FIFA Educators
Transcend Level 6 Award in Effective School Governance
Transcend Level 3 Award in School Governor Preparation
- Ofqual Reg: 610/3141/0
- Start Date: 22/08/2023
- GLH: 6 | TQT: 22 | Fee: £35
This Ofqual‑regulated Level 3 award provides foundational preparation for individuals newly appointed as school governors, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute effectively to a governing board.
Designed to align with the DfE Governance Handbook 2020 and the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework 2019, participants will understand core governance responsibilities and how to drive standards strategically.
Developed in partnership with B11 Education as technical experts, and in collaboration with the City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council (CBMDC) Education Department. The qualification has also been informed through consultation with equality experts, schools, and experienced governors. It is endorsed and supported by CBMDC.
Learning is demonstrated through one mandatory unit focused on the core functions of governance. Assessment involves creating a school governance profile and evidence of participation and reflection within governing board meetings.
Transcend Level 3 Certificate for Teaching Assistants Specialising in Physical Education
- Ofqual Reg: 603/5592/X
- Start Date: 01/04/2020
- GLH: 155 | TQT: 263 | Fee: £45
This Ofqual‑regulated Level 3 certificate is a specialist pathway for Teaching Assistants who aim to support and deliver physical education (PE) to individuals and small groups within school environments.
Developed in collaboration with SPORTIVITY Consultants—industry leaders in progressive PE delivery—and validated through consultation with Omnia Foundation and equality experts, ensuring alignment with national standards.
The module structure comprises six mandatory units—three core Teaching Assistant units plus three PE-specific pathway units—ensuring competence against the national Professional Standards for Teaching Assistants and the National Curriculum for PE.
Successful completion demonstrates ability to support classroom teachers, deliver PE intervention programmes, and design inclusive activities aligned to school strategies and PE curriculum.
This qualification is accessible to any recognised Transcend centre meeting delivery conditions and supports progression to the Level 4 Certificate for Higher-Level Teaching Assistants specialising in PE.
Transcend Level 4 Certificate for Higher Level Teaching Assistants Specialising in Physical Education
- Ofqual Reg: 603/5624/8
- Start Date: 01/04/2020
- GLH: 155 | TQT: 263 | Fee: £70
This Ofqual‑regulated Level 4 vocational qualification enables HLTAs to specialise in transformational physical education delivery aligned to the national PE curriculum.
Designed to support adult learners (18+) already in HLTA or aspiring to HLTA roles in primary education, enabling the autonomous design and delivery of PE schemes and lessons in line with school strategies.
Developed in collaboration with SPORTIVITY Consultants as technical experts in PE delivery, and validated through consultation with Omnia Foundation and equality and education professionals.
This qualification aligns fully to the national Professional Standards for Higher-Level Teaching Assistants and the National Curriculum for Physical Education.
It is the only regulated qualification specifically enabling HLTAs to specialise in PE pedagogy and delivery.
Assessment requires successful completion of all units via portfolio evidence, professional discussion, and work‑based assessments in a school environment.
This pathway forms part of the Transcend PE Specialist Teaching Assistant Suite, enabling progression from Level 3 TA PE to this Level 4 HLTA PE certificate.
Suitable for delivery across independent/maintained schools, academy trusts, colleges or training providers meeting Transcend centre recognition conditions.
Transcend Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training
- Ofqual Reg: 610/4369/2
- Start Date: 01/07/2024
- GLH: 140 | TQT: 360 | Fee: £70
The Transcend Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training is an Ofqual-regulated vocational qualification designed to develop confident, capable teaching professionals across diverse education and training environments.
It provides learners with the essential knowledge, skills and understanding needed to plan, deliver and evaluate inclusive, effective teaching and assessment. The qualification supports practitioners working with post-16 learners, including in further education, adult learning, apprenticeships, work-based training, and the third sector.
Through a specialist unit structure, learners explore core principles of educational theory, learner-centred planning, responsive delivery, inclusive practice and assessment for learning. The qualification also reinforces reflective practice, continuous professional development and professional boundaries—critical for success in real-world teaching settings.
Designed for those new to teaching or seeking formal recognition of training roles, it supports entry into teaching careers and progression to Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training or QTLS pathways via the Society for Education and Training.
Transcend Level 6 Award in Effective School Governance
- Ofqual Reg: 603/4208/0
- Start Date: 18/03/2019
- GLH: 23 | TQT: 71 | Fee: £80
This Ofqual‑regulated Level 6 award is designed for school governors, providing the only regulated qualification at a level reflecting the strategic leadership responsibilities of the role.
Structured to align with the Department for Education Governance Handbook and the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework, it enables governors to evidence their effectiveness in strategic leadership within an educational setting.
Developed in collaboration with B11 Education as the technical partner and supported through consultation with the City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council (CBMDC) Education Department, ensuring relevance to real‑world governance practice.
This qualification comprises three mandatory units that address the core duties of a governor, driving standards and deployment expectations through structured reflection, professional discussion and evidence-based portfolio.
It has a sector subject area classification of Business Management (15.3), reinforcing its strategic and leadership focus rather than operational or administrative scope.
Transcend Level 6 Diploma for FIFA Educators
- Ofqual Reg: 610/4880/X
- Start Date: 15/10/2024
- GLH: 160 | TQT: 400 | Fee: £220
The Transcend Level 6 Diploma for FIFA Educators is an Ofqual‑regulated vocational qualification. It is designed to be completed within the context of a specialist pathway that reflects the learner’s role in delivering world-class education and training aligned with FIFA’s global development initiatives.
The qualification focuses on equipping professionals with advanced knowledge and skills to design, implement, and evaluate impactful educational programmes. Learners gain expertise in utilising effective teaching methodologies, fostering inclusive learning environments, and developing tailored strategies to support learner development and educational excellence.
Each role within the FIFA education framework involves specific responsibilities, from mentoring football professionals and delivering learning programmes to promoting FIFA’s values and global standards. Over time, professionals in this field are also required to develop expertise in leadership, innovation, and cross-cultural collaboration to advance the quality and reach of football education worldwide.
The qualification includes distinct pathways for Tutor, Assessor and Moderator roles, contextualised specifically to FIFA’s educator framework, and is delivered exclusively through the FIFA Training Centre as a Transcend recognised centre.